Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Over-priced for what is essentially a small car.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Over-priced servicing. Paying for the Mercedes name.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good to drive, if a bit choppy.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick and nimble. Ideal around-town car, but overpriced if that is all you require. Good on the motorway as well, but not the most comfortable car for long journeys.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Problems, problems, problems! Need I say more? The car just had to go!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's a Mercedes, what more can I say?

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fine for short trips.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No-one nicked it, more's the pity!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Dealer wasn't interested with any of the problems. Service was very poor - got treated better when buying a Ford!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Passenger airbag fault (more than once), steering column, anti-roll bars knocking and poor trim quality.

    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