Mercedes-Benz A-Class (98-04) - Review Review by Parkers on 01 January 1998 A-Class scores on several counts. It's an intelligent compromise between city car and people-carrier, it's undoubtedly practical, reliable and stylish and it's got the Stuttgart star on the grille. Pumped-up small hatches might not be to everyone's taste, but they're certainly the flavour of the moment. Daewoo's Matiz does a similar sort of job at half the price, but A-Class is the small family car of choice from Chelsea to Cornwall, combining prestige with practicality and reliability. The stretch models from mid-2001 are roomier but still usefully compact. 3 out of 5 Other Mercedes-Benz reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Comfort The interior offers the practicality expected from a mini-MPV; the rear seats can be moved, folded or removed completely, leaving more load space than a big estate. However, the narrow body means that rear space is a bit tight for three adults. The scarcer long wheelbase models offer more head and legroom than most executive cars. View full gallery 3.5 out of 5 Practicality With all seats in place, it's adequate. Rear seats slide forward and back for more storage space. They also come out (as does the front seat). Get a Mercedes-Benz A-Class valuation View full gallery How does the boot space compare? Audi A2 (00-05) 390 litres Mercedes-Benz A-Class (98-04) 390 litres Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (97-04) 245 litres MINI Hatchback (01-06) 150 litres 3 out of 5 Behind the wheel Comfy seat and a good driving position, but the interior isn't as well thought out as some of the newer competition. Armrest (where fitted) interferes with the handbrake. Interior is beginning to look a little dated View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Mercedes-Benz A-Class cars for sale We have 70 models like this for sale. Find Mercedes-Benz A-Class cars for sale Previous: Driving & Performance Next: Costs