2018 Mercedes A-Class review - pictures

The latest Mercedes A-Class, brimming with new technology, has earned its position as the hottest premium hatch.

The dashboard hosts a pair of seven-inch digital screens as standard, displaying the dials and hosting the infotainment system.

The A-Class is a great cruiser on motorways, but lets itself down with its firm and twitchy drive around town.

The entry-level A 180 d is quiet and will leisurely climb from 0-62mph in 10.5 seconds.

The infotainment system is one of the highlights of the A-Class. Perhaps the best feature is the new navigation system, which features augmented reality graphics.

The automatic gearbox can be a little slow to respond, especially when using the paddle shifters.

With a big central storage space, cup holders and room for a smartphone, the A-Class is designed to cope with day-to-day living.

Due to the large front seats blocking out light, it can feel a little claustrophobic in the rear