Used Mercedes A-Class review - pictures
<span>Third generation Mercedes A-Class launched in 2012 with a more conventional design than it's tall-bodied predecessors</span>
Buyers initially had a choice of 3 petrols; A 180 (122bhp 1.6-litre), A 200 (156bhp 1.6) or A 250 (211bhp 2.0-litre) and 2 diesels; A 180 CDI (109bhp 1.5 or 1.8) or A 200 CDI (136bhp 1.8-litre)
The petrol engines are smooth but the muscular diesels are a little lacking in refinement
All versions have a choice of a manual or dual-clutch automatic gearbox
Model pictured is a mid-range SE with 16" alloys. The entry level version sits on steel wheels, higher up the range the Sport offers 17" alloys and AMG Sport 18" alloys
Interior is stylish and classy but build quality isn't quite as high as you might expect. Some buyers have reported dashboard rattles, creaks and squeaks
All models include air-con and electric windows front and rear
Central screen doesn't retract to dash and looks a bit of an afterthought
Navigation can easily be added if not fitted, through means of an SD card available from dealers
Some early cars suffer from rattling seatbelt height adjusters
Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,500 miles, whichever comes soonest
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