Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite versitile.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Cost me a fortune. My C-Class much better.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Hard drive - feels every bump.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite nippy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Battery failed after 2 years.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's a Merc. Ok, however not with a good reputation.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Hard ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No issues.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Costs a fortune!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Fuel leakage.

    Other

    Rear suspension, known problem. Fuel tank sender unit, known problem.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes