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Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatchback (1998-2004) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Parkers ratings

Performance

3.5 out of 53.5

Handling

3.5 out of 53.5

Behind the wheel

3 out of 53.0

Comfort

3.5 out of 53.5

Running costs

3 out of 53.0

Green credentials

3 out of 53.0

Reliability

2 out of 52.0

Equipment

3 out of 53.0

Safety

4 out of 54.0

Practicality

3.5 out of 53.5

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