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Mercedes-Benz have managed to produce a near perfect city car with the A-Class. By putting in a larger engine it also gives it the power for stress-free motorway cruising. The car is ideal for the city as it occupies no more road space than a Ford Ka yet can comfortably accommodate 4 people ... Read review
Mercedes A-Class - Hatchback - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / Autotronic - (Auto) - 1992 cc - Max Speed: 116 mph - 109 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: Elegance SE, Classic SE, Classic, Avantgarde SE, Long
Advantages: Small exterior size, Large interior space, Reliability, Quality feel, Versatility Disadvantages: High servicing costs, High purchase price, Bad turning circle can make it difficult to park in tight spaces, All-round visibility, Removable seats are cumbersome and heavy
...of image lies behind the Mercedes badge. My experience is that the quality of the car is certainly better than average but there is room for improvement; I had a couple of rattles on delivery that were corrected by the dealer. I find the dealers polite and professional but the level of real customer service is no better than I have received from Ford, VW and Peugeot, and fall a little short of the “nothing is too much trouble” that I had expected ... more
I purchased my A190 new in October 2001. The purchasing experience was a nightmare which almost resulted in a legal battle with the dealer. However even that has not dented my enthusiasm for the wonderful small car.
Mercedes-Benz have managed to produce a near perfect city car with the A-Class. By putting in a larger engine it also gives it the power for stress-free motorway cruising. The car is ideal for the city as it occupies no more road space than a Ford Ka yet can comfortably accommodate 4 people and luggage. The versatility of the seating is superb, people are always amazed by how much the A-class will hold with the seats removed. I have tested this to the limit with a house move and plenty of trips to the DIY shops.
On the open road the high seating position gives better visibility than a typical small family car. The 1.9, 125BHP engine gives plenty of punch for overtaking. On paper this car is as fast in a straight line as a typical hot hatch, however it is not a car to be hurried. The handling initially feels unusual with a fair amount of role in corners. Continued use inspires more confidence. It is a refined cruiser with sufficient in reserve when needed.
A lot of image lies behind the Mercedes badge. My experience is that the quality of the car is certainly better than average but there is room for improvement; I had a couple of rattles on delivery that were corrected by the dealer. I find the dealers polite and professional but the level of real customer service is no better than I have received from Ford, VW and Peugeot, and fall a little short of the “nothing is too much trouble” that I had expected (and previously experienced from BMW).
In summary, I think that the car is great; it ideally satisfies my motoring needs and even makes me feel good about driving it. It is probably the best small car on the market. I would certainly buy another one. I just wish that BMW built a suitable alternative.
Advantages: Light on fuel, easy parking, good on open road. Disadvantages: Small boot space, but the size of the car is what it is.
...Southport who as soon as the 30 day mandatory guarantee expired, washed his hands off any glitch, including the petrol fumes which are both exhaust and fresh petrol. Mercedes should look into whatever cancause this and warn owners. Anyway, the dealer wont be seeing the color of my money again. ...
betoaguiar 04.10.2007
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Advantages: great turning circle easy to repair and to run smooth ride tough car Disadvantages: water leaks around boot lid
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Advantages: So smooth, handling, looks Disadvantages: Fuel consuption, reliability
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