Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Paying a premium for the badge, but not getting a premium car or service

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive to service, go to a non franchised specialist

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Adequate, the wife's Seicento sporting has more go though

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Worst car i've had in 25 years, see comments below

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ok

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats are firm, but supportive, ride firm too

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    As soon as warranty up didn't want to know about other major problems developing.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Anti roll bar links, suspension, brakes, electrics failing

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No