Mercedes A-Class hatchback (2012-2018) review - Carbuyer / Mat Watson

[@mcmaskell]

in nearly 10 years he hasnt aged a day

[@OpelCorsaAmg1]

@@tommyolsen8224 its looks very outdated

[@boulevard14]

​@@OpelCorsaAmg1 I agree

[@monsi9799]

​@@OpelCorsaAmg1 I think the comment was referring to Matt Watson and not the car itself

[@joshua3027]

@@OpelCorsaAmg1the front still looks decent tbh but Yh the interior is really outdated

[@Top_Gear_Clips_Central]

@@joshua3027yh back then it was considered one of the best in class but now 😂😂😂

[@richfuckable]

Man im serious, Mat Watson ...this guy is the best car video reviewer on you tube hands down. thumbs up so Mat Can see that we appreciate his hard work

[@leeney6516]

Sir... After many years... you finally have your first "thumbs up" so mat Watson can see it... If he was still on this channel-

[@gioavger7352]

11 years later this video finally became relevant to me

[@UVVC.]

Same, im stuck between the A class and 1 Series

[@ThePoisonDwarf1]

@@UVVC.tried a 1 series ride was terrible bought an A class A200d AMG sport same spec as this

[@Aidan_0210]

FROM here to Carwow 🔥

[@Fotznerwin27]

Here because 'Felix Wiesner' from the very last scene is a friend of mine 😂

[@f1fan705]

Carwow best

[@danebruno4238]

i guess it is kinda off topic but does anybody know of a good site to watch newly released tv shows online ?

[@airesjone7721]

8 years after and I'm in love for this car. Awesome car.

[@lucasballan115]

How’s it like? I’m 18 and I’m about to finance a 2013 model?

[@airesjone7721]

@@lucasballan115 All I can say is tha5 this is a great car. And design it much more better than a BMW 1.

[@theelephant5974]

@@lucasballan115 Did you get it? I'm torn between this and the Audi A3 1.8 Turbo

[@lucasballan115]

@@theelephant5974 yes I got it and I’m in love with it. Both interior and exterior is beautiful. I’m not sure what the car you’re looking at drives like but this drives smooth and beautiful

[@azukavictor358]

My driving test is in three weeks and this is the car I’m buying. Can’t wait.

[@ohpohp5091]

I just passed my driving test and immediately bought a Mercedes. Everyone says I'm crazy because I saw your video and it's the car I've been wanting for a long time. Thank you for sharing your video about Mercedes cars.

[@Shane-mp8nz]

Congratulations. You’re not mad I’ve had a few Mercedes including the a class and they have all been fault free and very nice cars. I’m currently driving c class.

[@Grumpycat95]

I'd buy this car just for the looks and performance ..who needs social media on a car ? yeah , I'd connect my phone just for some music ( unless you're really obsessed with facebook & twitter)

[@timeapal2571]

Gray Filtered Bruh What perfomance? It has Renault engines

[@Abhiram-nb8yk]

hi past, i wished 2020 never came

[@ArturoPerez-si2xk]

Me too, with my music and GPS.. What's more?

[@Acer5750Aspire]

Why are your comments so negative?? Its a great car. Car Buyer is the best car reviw channel i have ever seen. So precise and well explained. Staright to the point.

[@KingRyan9505]

This guy sounds like the guy from art attack

[@grahamscool]

Lol I've always thought that!

[@Eurkelboi]

Omg it kinda does

[@victorolali]

haaaa! nailed it! you're absolutely right !

[@zowahh]

thanks im never going to be able to look at matt the same away again

[@MRAPEXPREDATOR1]

The guy from art attack was from Liverpool.this guy is from the midlands👍but he does sound similar which is strange because it’s fairly far apart.

[@winchuni22]

Drove a colleagues one of these the other day and enjoyed the ride. It looks brilliant from the outside, especially in silver/gunmental which the BMW and Audi do not particularly, unless you go for the high end sports ones. Common view seems to be the BMW and Audi are better, but trouble is everyone has one (both my parents have A3's!),they're common whereas the Mercedes isnt' which is what attracts me. Not even going to mention the Golf. Not a lot else in the market really that I'm aware of?

[@BrateTebra123]

Just get the Mazda 3

[@robertjebediahfreeman4177]

I'm faced with a similar problem

[@cgo30]

Amazing how "flame surfacing" as done by Chris Bangle for BMW was laughed at and now is seen on most new cars 7 years later. Love this review and the car.

[@naveedchowdhury7197]

This car is very good and it is just better in every way than the old one

[@tablehomsye3322]

i hate youtube with their 30 sec ads. taking the piss

[@miz528aaaaaaa]

Add blocker m8

[@Keisha7612]

miz528 where would i get blocker m8?

[@miz528aaaaaaa]

Keisha Cole Google it m8 "KZbin add blocker

[@turboplays2067]

You thought this was bad

[@fuffoon]

Dealer loaned one to me for an afternoon while updating the Command system in my wagon. It was a 200CDI model, the same motor I had in my c-class. In the c-class it was authoritative. In this little car it scooted quickly. It was brisk and agile and as tight as any Mercedes I have driven. Zero body or interior rattle. Harmon Cardon stereo sounds good too. For a little car it does have a high starting price but it is all Mercedes quality with no shaved corners to cheapen it.

[@footballgeorgiebest]

I saw an A-class last night. At night it lights up like a Christmas tree, the front LEDs would put Audi to shame, very cool little car.

[@swaagadohnn]

young footballers first car

[@tr.rico1357]

True

[@MrMangopapaya]

no hahah I have E class

[@aminckone.]

Well....Rashfords a young footballer and he drives a Range Rover...

[@kravez16]

amin.ckone times were different back then, also I’m sure he’s talking about academy players 17 to 18 not established first team players 😂

[@fionaentrepr1012]

Well I have this car and I love it

[@Superdsheppard]

Awesome vehicle!!! I agree!!! But the BMW 1 series is it nice as well!!! I am very impressed with the CO2 emissions!!! Well done Mercedes!!! And nice review Mat!!!

[@DennisBerkhout1]

I am looking forward to drive this myself in a few weeks. To me it looks great, better than all the competitors. Great design.

[@ThatVolvoGuy942]

I love how he talks about the autobrake as if it's new when Volvo have had it as standard on every new car since 2008 with the XC60.

[@FitzgeraldCho]

It was hilarious to see my fb photo in that review! Haha. Great review as always. :)

[@jonroberts1890]

I like this comment 7 years later

[@ThePianoTester]

Mat just keeps getting better and better. He should have a TV Show, what are you brits thinking?

[@ShiehShieh01]

Love the standard collision prevention assist. It's like distronic (i think it's still an option)

[@Bark820]

Sheer Magic i'd say! Was searching for this review yesterday and today here it is! Thank you CarBuyer And Mat and Rebecca of course ;)

[@lieutenantjimdangle7878]

As a person who lives with a family that had owned a 135i (sedan) and currently owns this current A250 AMG 4matic (my moms), a MK6 GTI (my personal car) and an Mini Cooper S (my sisters) heres my two cents my : The A Class is a great car. I can vouch that it really does feel more premium than its rivals. It looks great on the outside and inside and will gain you the compliments of other people. The design is stunning, it just looks and feels great to look and be in. Tech is really good too, the parking sensors and the center electronic console are useful. (WHO THE FUCK USES FACEBOOK IN THEIR CAR) in However the car seriously lacks the characteristics of a HOT hatch. In fact its more of a cruiser with subpar ride. The steering feel is AWFULLY NUMB. Its close to Honda CRV/Audi level of steering feel. Power and pedal placement is good when traction is off and on your on sport, but in normal driving it seriously lacks the urgency of its rivals. The Dual clutch transmission isn't bang on either. While it may be as fast the GTI, it does not FEEL as fast and nimble. While I dont know much about space, I do feel that the A Class while having one cool ass dash, the controls are simply not laid out. PERSONALLY I dislike the one the WHEEL SHIFTER (Its the same one they use in an ML) and the fucking parking prake isn't a pull lever or a electronic switch on the dash next to the cup holders but a little switch thing underneath the steering wheel. And one major issue I have with this car is, WHY DID THEY MAKE THE SPORT/MANUAL/ECO switch a TINY BUTTON NEXT TO THE AC CONTROLS? Not trying to be a fanboy and I certainly don't hate the car, in fact I think its the best looking hot hatch out there (save the Scirocco), these two gripes are big issues to me. If you are looking for a great looking car in this sort of price range that feels and looks really premium I highly advise buying this car, cause its a great thing to own. But to drive, despite their shortcomings, the 135i and the Cooper S are so much funner to drive. Not trying to be a fanboy, MK6 GTI does little wrong except it look and badge is kinda boring. I would much advise going for the GTI money for value. But as a car, especially as a hatch to be seen in, the A Class can't be beat. (And isn't gaining the attention of others all that matters)

[@assadlak9964]

How time flies Now look at mat watson

[@-Yurkey]

I like the A class looks a little bit more than the A3's and a lot more than the ugly 1 series...and the driver's seating position seems a lot sportier than the above mentioned ( + those seats = love'em) ! The back seems roomy as well (too bad for the boot opening, but not that big of a deal for me). Before this generation of the A class I never looked at it cause from the start It was more of a "mom's car", a glorified shopping cart...This change is awesome !!!

[@apfeljonas]

Amazing looks, so slick and modern, plus awesome interior!

[@kimdals]

Awesome review Matt and the A-Class is a really sweet looking hatchback. Although Mercedes could have added a "pop up" screen instead of the fixed screen or at least integrated it in the dashboard.... Guess they had to cut corners somewhere.

[@RurouniNikos]

now this was a unique review:)carbuyer best reviews ever!

[@soha6598]

No carwow

[@mrzkhan1]

8:20 That's me xD I forgot I wrote that comment though :3

[@soundseeker63]

A-Class looks good from the outside, and even better from the inside! But same spec 1-Series out performs and out handles it. I guess its a choice between looking good and having fun. The A3 is very well made but personally I find it's styling too plain and predictable.

[@JMazterV112]

Will this ever be available in the states?

[@Enigma333T]

Just got one of these for my first car!! can't wait to drive it!

[@SilverSurferrrrrrrr]

+Enigma3T They are better and cheaper first cars. But if you have the money.. do you booboo... do you!

[@Enigma333T]

+Стефан Србија yes plenty enough for a second hand A class thanks!

[@SilverSurferrrrrrrr]

Enigma3T Well damn.. get it than you lucky guy you

[@Enigma333T]

+Стефан Србија I will thanks

[@MrJockeyHD]

We all know daddy's buying it or its finance

[@MichaelRose87]

I love carbuyer. you have by far the best car reviews on youtube.

[@juukame]

Does the A 250 still come with a Renault engine? Or is it just the smaller engines?

[@mrbazed]

These reviews are a million times better than the ladies!

[@JohnnyOthman]

More reviews like this! Longer and in depth review! Love it!

[@tarikou5063]

no idea why I'm watching a car review from 7 years ago when I'm supposed to search for 2020 cars

[@oddities-whatnot]

Ive never really looked at Mercs, simply because i always thought they were old mans cars. Well im 46 now so maybe im old enough to drive one! I dont like the Bmw 1 series, the shape is odd, and a there a lot of them on the roads driven by young lads and ladies who buy the bottom of the range model on a pcp, and think they are it. The Audi A1 is too small, bland, overpriced and only bought by people who try to show off. The Merc is definately for people who are comfortable with who they are, and buy it because they have good taste, and not simply because of badge snobbery. Bmw and Audi make great cars, but there are only 2 types of owner - the sales manager who sits in the outside lane of the motorway all day, and people who can only afford the cheapest models just to show off because its trendy.

[@squeeyguy5158]

I agreed

[@IsCaRzY1]

Why would you buy a car that depreciates out right?. Don't be a jealous fool, I myself have got a one Series and to be able to afford that at 18 is pretty good going so do yourself a favour and shut up.

[@bodrulm1]

+Simon George sweeping generalisations to justify your interest/purchase. It's easily said that Mercedes owners are badge snobs that like to own a trophy car to show people they've made it - when they haven't. That's got as much weight as your criticisms of BMW and Audi owners. If you like it, buy it. No need to make silly stereotype judgements.

[@imyourhuckleberry4208]

Agree on series one drivers and A1 drivers most are just happy to have the badge and think they are posh and stylish when they just look like pretentious arses least they give you a good laugh when your see them, am no great lover of the Merc but at least you would not look like a pratt driving one.

[@oddities-whatnot]

I'm Your Huckleberry cheers for that, thank you.

[@oddities-whatnot]

I understand why car makers are fitting allsorts of safety systems on their cars, but really, you will end up with drivers who will rely entirely on the technology to avoid accidents. That is wrong. If you need all the lane departure and blind spot warning nonsense etc to keep you safe, then you are a bad driver.

[@Jakimcee]

I really like it when the reviews are a bit longer, let's me know the car a a bit more.

[@vaclavhodan9489]

Hi, may i ask you what is the difference in consumption between automatic and manual A180cdi ? Thanks a lot

[@Herman19888]

Nice review as always Matt. Can you please rank the following cars? V40 - A-class - 1-series - A3. Which would you pick, and in what order?

[@koolyman]

Drove it. Loved it.

[@kirstenwright9668]

koolyman I

[@abarthpz]

i never liked A class, but this is so.much better than older version. thumbs up.

[@sp_fuzz]

1)A-Class and 1 Series 2)A3 3)V40

[@gordonjeffrey231076]

I really love my A-class.

[@lynnewilliams1463]

Have test driven BMW 1 series, Audi A3 and Mercedes A Class. Drive in Audi was great, but I love the A Class. The Engineered by AMG is beautiful, have not been able to test drive that yet. But that is the one for me! The interior is very up-market!

[@TheEmeraldBlockYoutubeChannel]

Does the A class only come with Automatic?

[@Yusuf-cb7pl]

TheEmeraldBlock no you can opt for manual

[@nikhilkash92]

We hope your videos do not return to usual length at all. This is just fine!!

[@steadyprogressing2829]

Seems like a really good car, very reliable too, what is the price of this car I don't think I heard him say it in the video

[@MeganoOdles]

After driving a few Audi's and BMW's, I personally find all Mercedes are very well engineered and crucially rides smoother then the other two brands, but they don't seem to do sporty of radical exteriors (IMO of course).

[@sarbjotsingh1792]

Which car will u choose mercedes cla or gla ? Tell me plz i'm vry confused which 1 should i go for

[@ShuaybAbdAllah]

gla

[@richa237]

Great review!!

[@mercamg]

Mat you are awesome! As always, great reviews, looking forward to the next one.

[@Tednessful]

Dude, my mom has the new B-Class and I've seen the A-Class at the showroom. The Golf's dashboard looks better and displays the same kind of materials if not better, and I meant the Leon's styling, not the Ibiza. And if you want proof of what I say just wait 12 months and see if it's a success or a flop. Enthusiasts will pick the BMW 1-series any time, people wanting style will choose the V40 or A3 Sportback instead, ppl wanting quality, reliability and value will hold on to the Golf.

[@jr02ray]

Should you really be filing the cubby holes while you're driving Matt?

[@alexandrerighi]

LTB first thing I am gonna do is replace the screen with a 10.25 inch touchscreen android and bring it to this century

[@stavros969]

Mat Watson, very good indeed. The car is pretty good too.

[@autsajder01]

make every review as long as this one, it is much better! Cheers

[@EnviroMr]

... and just to make it clear, I wasn't referring to you, Mat. Awesome review btw!

[@juukame]

first time i saw this car i was instantly a fan. but i seriously hope mercedes does reconsider about using some better materials in those areas you pointed out. no mercedes should have scratchy, hollow sounding plastics.

[@VasilisRopotos]

Please do more videos like this. Your reviews are excellent and deserve more time!

[@jr800w]

There is a reason why I don't slam on my brakes when I inadvertantly get too close to the car in front of me. It is because sometimes idiots behind me are pushy and tailgate deliberately. If that proximity system does not have a manual over-ride and amplifies brake pressure, then the car behind may slam into the back of car. Just my opinion

[@connor6770]

its simple, you either go with the unique head turner (Merc) or the same old 1 series which came out 9 years ago.

[@Kamadev888]

Maybe if you didn't spend so much time analyzing the car's connectivitiy to Twitter and other such junk, and focussed on the comfort, quality and driving experience. This car ain't much good.

[@SmDWeed]

Haters going to hate.

[@fionaentrepr1012]

I just bought this car

[@baronvonwinkle1470]

Don’t tell me the steering wheel is slightly off-centre 😒

[@Themawechsel]

Yes and no. The steering wheel starts to vibrate, and if you still don't do anything it will slightly pull to the other side. But it won't keep in lane.

[@ktonlai]

If I knew I could have been featured on a Carbuyer review, I would have commented!

[@MujoNovak]

Why I see mirror picture... ? but I can see license plate just right.

[@AndroBoy17]

I drove this car yesterday and I can confirm that it is very fun for driving and inside it feels like S. this car is amazing. Matt, I suppose that you are well paid by BMW but pls this become patetic. anyway... nice review.

[@Tom90Y]

its a nice car but extremely expensive. I saw one at Silverstone GP that was £35,000 (granted that had every box ticked pretty much) and did not feel it was worth that much It does seem to me that its not very practical (boot wise) for being a 5 door which is odd considering its meant to be the more practical choice. but I think I would go for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta over this (maybe the BMW 1 series)

[@fuckutube21]

Amazing Interior.

[@notawoke]

Yt decided to recommend a car review 8 years later.

[@MrRandomname1011]

the base a class looks a lot worse than this model which is a shame :S

[@WarbirdFan66]

at least it was more practical then this one...which is basicly a golf with a star on the front and ton of electronic gizmos...such a save car... for mercedes, easy to build and easy to sell...it really is a shame

[@dicleolgun8259]

OPA GAMASTAR

[@mannatsharma6194]

Ikk. !ed@@s3si

[@WarbirdFan66]

no idea what that means, sorry ???

[@DobrivojeStankovic]

Absolutely the best review so far :)

[@Hugovsky1986]

Awesome review Matt. Carbuyer is the best. :D

[@PVP_KILL]

what is a renault engine and whats the drawbacks of it since everyone seems to dislike it

[@radys79]

i want this car! perfect for the city

[@MeganoOdles]

Finally a Mercedes a 25 year old would consider

[@JasonWhitewick]

Is this coming to North America soon? It looks phenomenal!

[@radomiriz]

Really good feature getting people involved in the review :)

[@RangoVidsOfMangoO12]

Can't decide between this or the 1 series BMW. The 1 series drives better apparently...

[@EthanMaskie]

buy the 1 series then

[@MrDosSantos991]

Don't buy the merc its a renault engine with a sexy body and a star in the front

[@manosv5351]

Mad Scientistsami Only the 2 small engines are Renault.

[@MrDosSantos991]

Mike Vs then go for the a45 amg

[@RangoVidsOfMangoO12]

Mad Scientistsami Yeah I think I am going to get the 1 series. Thank you :)

[@Voodoo_One]

3:17 I triggered the warning system once to in a Mercedes. In my uncles new SL63 AMG... And I wasn't even sleepy, I was just doing what you usually do with an AMG: Kill the rear wheels :D

[@brandywell44]

Hi Matt, at 4:17 did you say this car will steer you back on track if you steer out of your lane???

[@ditelinas4lista]

I like Golfs and i'm just messing with you to be clear, but i would like some more design improvements on it. Wouldn't you?

[@burtonkaputula1636]

I have b class 2013 model how can I switch off that auto engine stop and restart, I want to protect my turbo charger

[@fionabanyai4971]

Is the a250 sport really that bad that it feels really crashy and bumpy when driving

[@davidhaygarth648]

I hope not. I have one on a weeks test drive from Cazoo on Monday. Cars are often the opposite of what reviewers say in my experience..lol

[@AndrewChan84]

So when will the freedom-side-hand drive version be available?

[@sunnyfong68]

Very nice Mat! Looking forward to my comments being shown next time :)

[@Hussainally2000]

in a dilemma to pick between 200 and 250..well I am not gonna run on a track but I do need some fair amount of speeds on our highways.. Just concern about the noise level compared to the 250 and whether the ride is really that harsh... Please advice

[@totwiedisco]

Right... I'm pretty sure Mercedes engineers did not consider this issue.

[@syedomarnorth2561]

I've always thought that the mercedes a class from the last couple of versions were a discrase to mercedes Benz,however it has completely change in every aspect and I can't wait to see there AMG version which would give the 135iM and Audi rs3 a good run for its money.

[@Viccobalta]

looks sooo much better than the smart-like old a-class

[@happyshoppingliferu]

Seen one of these in a lovely blue colour ! one word = gorgeous

[@GSixV]

Young Matt 😂

[@phantom0590]

He didn't change even a bit.

[@hollygould855]

Do you guys think this would cost too much to insure for a first car aged 17

[@jackelofnar]

Not sure English reviews go on about the ride, the a250 sport has a fantastic ride

[@karstenpedersen7749]

He said at the beginning that the options are limited while on the move.

[@2pong2]

That was such a good review It was very long and very detailed Also a bit of fun!