Review Mercedes-Benz A-class: what are the advantages and pain points of the different versions?

The German car brand Mercedes-Benz was founded in 1926, as a result of the collaboration between Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft of Gottlieb Daimler and the company Benz & Cie. of Carl Benz. The very first car was made in the year 1885. The first test drive was made in July of that year. Since the inception of the car brand, the three-pointed star logo has been used. This can currently still be found on all Mercedes cars.

In 1997, the Mercedes A-class – also known as Mercedes-Benz A-class – was introduced. This is the smallest variant in the Mercedes range. The compact vehicle, on the other hand, offers enough space, luxury and comfort for long journeys. In this blog you can read the advantages and the pain points of the Mercedes-Benz A-class from the years 2016 to 2021.

Ins and outs of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class

The Mercedes-Benz A-class is a hatchback. The first model was seen as unusual and out of place. This is because the A-class is the smallest model in the entire range of Mercedes. Characteristic of this type of car is that it always has 5 doors and comes standard with ESP.

The A class was first introduced in 1997 and is still in production to this day. From 1997 until now, three different generations have been released: the original W168, the W169 released in 2004 and the W176 from 2012. At the end of 1993, negotiations took place – together with various unions – for a new factory. This eventually became the German Rastatt. The production of the first generation A-class took place in this factory. After preparations for production in 1994, the actual first production followed in June 1997.

Finally, in 2002, preparations were again made in Rastatt for the production of the second-generation A-class. An investment of 900 million was made for a new factory. Ten years ago there was the so-called turnaround: a real hatchback within the compact middle class cars. Characteristic of the A-class after this cover is the four-door hatchback shape.

We run through the pluses and minuses of our favorite versions of the Mercedes-Benz A class, below by year of manufacture – from new to old.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2021: 180 Business Solution

This Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2021 180 Business Solution was delivered in the Netherlands from January 2021 to January 2022. This model is a front-wheel drive car with a petrol engine. The maximum power is 100 kW. This is equivalent to 136 horsepower. According to the manufacturer, consumption amounts to 5.9 l/100 km. You can also say that this car drives 1 to 16.9.

The basic features of this 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 180 Business Solution are listed below.

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
number of doors	5-door, hatchback
number of seats	5 seats
Fuel	Petrol
circuit	Vending machine
Assets	136 hp
Displacement	1332 cc
Energy label	B

To help you choose a suitable mid-range car, we have already done some research into the pluses and minuses.

Pluses

+Connected services
+Light and sight package (U62)
+WiFi preparation
+ Seat heating in front
+Lane sensor with correction option
+Cruise Control

minuses

-Slow gearbox if you want to shift from front to back
-Cruise control in comfort position, switches back quickly
-Parking sensors panic when parking
-Large consumption

Do you want to purchase this model? View the second-hand offer of the A-class from 2021 and find the 180 Business Solution version that suits you!

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2020: 250 E AMG Plug-In Hybrid

At first glance it is not immediately clear that this variant of the Mercedes-Benz A-class is a plug-in hybrid. The car has a powertrain of 102 hp and a strong electric motor of 330 Nm. When the petrol and electric motors are both used, you will enjoy a ‘push in the back’ during your ride. Within 6.6 seconds it is possible to reach a speed of 100 kilometers per hour, while you benefit from a top speed of no less than 235 kilometers per hour.

We list the most important basic features of this fast 250 plug-in hybrid variant for you.

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
number of doors	5-door, hatchback
number of seats	5 seats
Fuel	Hybrid
circuit	Vending machine
Assets	218 hp
Displacement	1332 cc
Energy label	a

Interested in this fast plug-in hybrid variant of the A-class? Then check all the advantages and disadvantages of this model and weigh them up to make a good choice.

Pluses

+Apple CarPlay (16U)
+Panorama roof made of glass, electric
+Automatic low beams
+Electrically adjustable seats, including memory
+Night Pack (P55)
+High beam assistant
+Automatically dimming exterior and interior mirrors

minuses

-With a weight of 1680 kilograms, you feel extra weight in the turns
-Smaller luggage space
-Some reflection time needed when driving off in the electric mode

Is this model exactly what you are looking for? View the second-hand range of A-class hybrids from 2020-2021!

2019 Mercedes-Benz A Class: 180 Business Solution Amg Night Upgrade

This Mercedes-Benz A Class Solution Amg Night Upgrade was built in the year 2019. There are five seats in this car, which also has five doors. Within 8 seconds you achieve an acceleration speed of 100 kilometers per hour. The engine has a power of 136 hp, with an engine capacity of 1332 cc. On average, you use this petrol car 1 liter per 19 kilometers. In the city you end up at 1 in 14.

Read below the most important basic features of this 180 Business Solution.

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
number of doors	5-door, hatchback
number of seats	5 seats
Fuel	Petrol
circuit	Vending machine
Assets	136 hp
Displacement	1332 cc
Energy label	C

This Night Upgrade is positively received by car enthusiasts, thanks to its economical consumption. Read the most important pluses and minuses below.

Pluses

+Automatic low beam headlights for interior and exterior mirrors
+Heated front seats
+Panorama sliding roof
+Navigation system by voice
+Bright resolution of the built-in screens
+ Economical in consumption, especially now that the 100 km/h rule is valid on the highways

minuses

-Be careful on hills due to the low position of the car
-7-speed automatic does not always respond quickly
-Reaction when using lane assist is experienced as intense

Are you looking for an economical and economical car like this one? Check out the second-hand offer of the A-class from 2019-2020!

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2018: Launch Edition Premium

In 2018, Mercedes-Benz built the A-class Launch Edition Premium. With an average consumption of 1 liter per 19 kilometers, this is also an economical variant within the A-class. Acceleration speed is 8 seconds thanks to the engine’s 163 horsepower. The cylinder has a capacity of 1332 cc.

Would you like to know more about the basic characteristics of this economical variant of the A-class? You can read them below.

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
number of doors	5-door, hatchback
number of seats	5 seats
Fuel	Petrol
circuit	Vending machine
Assets	163 hp
Displacement	1332 cc
Energy label	C

In addition to economical driving, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2018 Launch Edition Premium also has other advantages and disadvantages. Read our key findings below and find out if this is the car for you:

Pluses

+Automatic low beam headlights for interior and exterior mirrors
+Keyless entry
+Light sensor
+Mirror package P49
+Sport seats
+ Economical in consumption, especially now that the 100 km/h rule is valid on the highways
+Heated front seats
+Cruise control

minuses

-Watch out for higher hills due to the low position of the car
-Limited rear legroom
-Driving assistant reacts too much to speech without being asked

Would you like to own this version? You will find this model among the second-hand range of the A-class from 2018-2019.

2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class: 180 Business Solution

Built in 2017, the 180 Business Solution is a petrol car that consumes an average of 1 liter per 19 kilometers. With a power of 122 hp and an acceleration speed of 9 seconds, this variant is not the fastest within the A class. However, it is a very economical car! Do you plan to drive a lot in the city? Then you can assume that the consumption is slightly higher, namely 1 liter per 15 kilometers.

The most important features of this 180 Business Solution at a glance:

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
number of doors	5-door, hatchback
number of seats	5 seats
Fuel	Petrol
circuit	Vending machine
Assets	122 hp
Displacement	1595 cc
Energy label	C

One of the advantages of this car is that each seat can be adjusted separately. Below are more pluses and minuses of this 180 Business Solution from 2017.

Pluses

+Chic interior design
+Central display without too many buttons
+ Seats are repairable
+Reversing camera
+Automatic low beams
+Front seats have heating
+Heat-resistant glass

minuses

-Interior parts require regular cleanings
-Mediocre quality of music playback
-Upgrade music system not possible
-A very quiet engine for the car enthusiast who loves accelerating engine sounds

Are you looking for such an economical Mercedes? View the second-hand offer of the A-class from 2017-2018!

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2016: Ambition

This Mercedes-Benz A-class Ambition from 2016 was delivered in the Netherlands between July 2015 and January 2018. Due to the delivery period of 2 years, the range of used cars from 2016 is larger. This variant of the A-class falls in the small-medium segment and has five doors and five seats. The car is front-wheel drive and produces 75 kW of power. This equals 102 horsepower.

Read on below for the basic features of this car.

Brand	Mercedes-Benz
number of doors	5-door
number of seats	5 seats
Fuel	Petrol
circuit	Vending machine
Assets	102 hp
Displacement	1595 cc
Energy label	C

To help you choose a suitable car, we have examined the pluses and minuses of this car:

Pluses

+Reversing camera
+Rear lights and headlights are LED bulbs
+Panorama sliding roof
+ Seat heating in front
+Navigation System
+Parking assistant
+Cruise Control

minuses

-Not working start-stop system with empty fuel tank
-Seats, door panels and hinges can produce noise

Do you like this A-class version? You will find it among the second-hand offer of this model from 2015-2018!