11 years later this video finally became relevant to me
@UVVC.3 ай бұрын
Same, im stuck between the A class and 1 Series
@ThePoisonDwarf13 ай бұрын
@@UVVC.tried a 1 series ride was terrible bought an A class A200d AMG sport same spec as this
@richfuckable12 жыл бұрын
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
@leeney65162 жыл бұрын
Sir... After many years... you finally have your first "thumbs up" so mat Watson can see it... If he was still on this channel-
@mcmaskell2 жыл бұрын
in nearly 10 years he hasnt aged a day
@OpelCorsaAmg1 Жыл бұрын
@@tommyolsen8224 its looks very outdated
@boulevard14 Жыл бұрын
@@OpelCorsaAmg1 I agree
@monsi9799 Жыл бұрын
@@OpelCorsaAmg1 I think the comment was referring to Matt Watson and not the car itself
@joshua3027 Жыл бұрын
@@OpelCorsaAmg1the front still looks decent tbh but Yh the interior is really outdated
@Top_Gear_Clips_Central11 ай бұрын
@@joshua3027yh back then it was considered one of the best in class but now 😂😂😂
@airesjone77213 жыл бұрын
8 years after and I'm in love for this car. Awesome car.
@lucasballan1152 жыл бұрын
How’s it like? I’m 18 and I’m about to finance a 2013 model?
@airesjone77212 жыл бұрын
@@lucasballan115 All I can say is tha5 this is a great car. And design it much more better than a BMW 1.
@theelephant59742 жыл бұрын
@@lucasballan115 Did you get it? I'm torn between this and the Audi A3 1.8 Turbo
@lucasballan1152 жыл бұрын
@@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
@azukavictor3582 жыл бұрын
My driving test is in three weeks and this is the car I’m buying. Can’t wait.
@Aidan_02103 жыл бұрын
FROM here to Carwow 🔥
@Fotznerwin273 жыл бұрын
Here because 'Felix Wiesner' from the very last scene is a friend of mine 😂
@f1fan7053 жыл бұрын
Carwow best
@danebruno42383 жыл бұрын
i guess it is kinda off topic but does anybody know of a good site to watch newly released tv shows online ?
@ohpohp5091 Жыл бұрын
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-mp8nz8 ай бұрын
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.
@KingRyan95059 жыл бұрын
This guy sounds like the guy from art attack
@grahamscool9 жыл бұрын
Lol I've always thought that!
@Eurkelboi8 жыл бұрын
Omg it kinda does
@victorolali5 жыл бұрын
haaaa! nailed it! you're absolutely right !
@zowahh4 жыл бұрын
thanks im never going to be able to look at matt the same away again
@MRAPEXPREDATOR14 жыл бұрын
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.
@Grumpycat958 жыл бұрын
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)
@timeapal25714 жыл бұрын
Gray Filtered Bruh What perfomance? It has Renault engines
@Abhiram-nb8yk4 жыл бұрын
hi past, i wished 2020 never came
@ArturoPerez-si2xk4 жыл бұрын
Me too, with my music and GPS.. What's more?
@winchuni229 жыл бұрын
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?
@BrateTebra1236 жыл бұрын
Just get the Mazda 3
@robertjebediahfreeman41775 жыл бұрын
I'm faced with a similar problem
@Acer5750Aspire11 жыл бұрын
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.
@naveedchowdhury71979 жыл бұрын
This car is very good and it is just better in every way than the old one
@swaagadohnn8 жыл бұрын
young footballers first car
@tr.rico13578 жыл бұрын
True
@MrMangopapaya8 жыл бұрын
no hahah I have E class
@aminckone.4 жыл бұрын
Well....Rashfords a young footballer and he drives a Range Rover...
@kravez164 жыл бұрын
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 😂
@fionaentrepr10124 жыл бұрын
Well I have this car and I love it
@cgo3012 жыл бұрын
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.
@tablehomsye33229 жыл бұрын
i hate youtube with their 30 sec ads. taking the piss
@miz528aaaaaaa9 жыл бұрын
Add blocker m8
@Keisha76129 жыл бұрын
miz528 where would i get blocker m8?
@miz528aaaaaaa9 жыл бұрын
Keisha Cole Google it m8 "KZbin add blocker
@turboplays20673 жыл бұрын
You thought this was bad
@fuffoon12 жыл бұрын
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.
@Superdsheppard11 жыл бұрын
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!!!
@DennisBerkhout112 жыл бұрын
I am looking forward to drive this myself in a few weeks. To me it looks great, better than all the competitors. Great design.
@Enigma333T8 жыл бұрын
Just got one of these for my first car!! can't wait to drive it!
@SilverSurferrrrrrrr8 жыл бұрын
+Enigma3T They are better and cheaper first cars. But if you have the money.. do you booboo... do you!
@Enigma333T8 жыл бұрын
+Стефан Србија yes plenty enough for a second hand A class thanks!
@SilverSurferrrrrrrr8 жыл бұрын
Enigma3T Well damn.. get it than you lucky guy you
@Enigma333T8 жыл бұрын
+Стефан Србија I will thanks
@MrJockeyHD8 жыл бұрын
We all know daddy's buying it or its finance
@Bark82012 жыл бұрын
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 ;)
@RurouniNikos11 жыл бұрын
now this was a unique review:)carbuyer best reviews ever!
@soha65983 жыл бұрын
No carwow
@assadlak99643 жыл бұрын
How time flies Now look at mat watson
@FitzgeraldCho12 жыл бұрын
It was hilarious to see my fb photo in that review! Haha. Great review as always. :)
@jonroberts18904 жыл бұрын
I like this comment 7 years later
@apfeljonas12 жыл бұрын
Amazing looks, so slick and modern, plus awesome interior!
@footballgeorgiebest12 жыл бұрын
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.
@koolyman10 жыл бұрын
Drove it. Loved it.
@kirstenwright96686 жыл бұрын
koolyman I
@MichaelRose8712 жыл бұрын
I love carbuyer. you have by far the best car reviews on youtube.
@kimdals12 жыл бұрын
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.
@oddities-whatnot9 жыл бұрын
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.
@squeeyguy51589 жыл бұрын
I agreed
@IsCaRzY18 жыл бұрын
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.
@bodrulm18 жыл бұрын
+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.
@imyourhuckleberry42088 жыл бұрын
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-whatnot8 жыл бұрын
I'm Your Huckleberry cheers for that, thank you.
@ThatVolvoGuy9423 жыл бұрын
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.
@mrzkhan110 жыл бұрын
8:20 That's me xD I forgot I wrote that comment though :3
@ThePianoTester12 жыл бұрын
Mat just keeps getting better and better. He should have a TV Show, what are you brits thinking?
@JohnnyOthman12 жыл бұрын
More reviews like this! Longer and in depth review! Love it!
@lieutenantjimdangle787810 жыл бұрын
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)
@Jakimcee12 жыл бұрын
I really like it when the reviews are a bit longer, let's me know the car a a bit more.
@soundseeker6310 жыл бұрын
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.
@-Yurkey12 жыл бұрын
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 !!!
@gordonjeffrey2310764 жыл бұрын
I really love my A-class.
@tarikou50634 жыл бұрын
no idea why I'm watching a car review from 7 years ago when I'm supposed to search for 2020 cars
@Herman1988812 жыл бұрын
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?
@mrbazed12 жыл бұрын
These reviews are a million times better than the ladies!
@ShiehShieh0112 жыл бұрын
Love the standard collision prevention assist. It's like distronic (i think it's still an option)
@oddities-whatnot8 жыл бұрын
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.
@nikhilkash9212 жыл бұрын
We hope your videos do not return to usual length at all. This is just fine!!
@GSixV2 жыл бұрын
Young Matt 😂
@phantom05902 жыл бұрын
He didn't change even a bit.
@abarthpz12 жыл бұрын
i never liked A class, but this is so.much better than older version. thumbs up.
@fuckutube2112 жыл бұрын
Amazing Interior.
@richa23712 жыл бұрын
Great review!!
@radomiriz12 жыл бұрын
Really good feature getting people involved in the review :)
@ktonlai12 жыл бұрын
If I knew I could have been featured on a Carbuyer review, I would have commented!
@mercamg12 жыл бұрын
Mat you are awesome! As always, great reviews, looking forward to the next one.
@stavros96912 жыл бұрын
Mat Watson, very good indeed. The car is pretty good too.
@autsajder0112 жыл бұрын
make every review as long as this one, it is much better! Cheers
@VasilisRopotos12 жыл бұрын
Please do more videos like this. Your reviews are excellent and deserve more time!
@sp_fuzz12 жыл бұрын
1)A-Class and 1 Series 2)A3 3)V40
@lynnewilliams146312 жыл бұрын
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!
@Kamadev8888 жыл бұрын
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.
@SmDWeed6 жыл бұрын
Haters going to hate.
@fionaentrepr10124 жыл бұрын
I just bought this car
@DobrivojeStankovic12 жыл бұрын
Absolutely the best review so far :)
@MrRandomname101110 жыл бұрын
the base a class looks a lot worse than this model which is a shame :S
@WarbirdFan6610 жыл бұрын
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
@dicleolgun825910 жыл бұрын
OPA GAMASTAR
@mannatsharma619410 жыл бұрын
Ikk. !ed@@s3si
@WarbirdFan6610 жыл бұрын
no idea what that means, sorry ???
@WeItenspinner12 жыл бұрын
Finaly! I waited so long for this. :)
@2pong210 жыл бұрын
That was such a good review It was very long and very detailed Also a bit of fun!
@radys7912 жыл бұрын
i want this car! perfect for the city
@vaclavhodan94899 жыл бұрын
Hi, may i ask you what is the difference in consumption between automatic and manual A180cdi ? Thanks a lot
@j168limhkmusic12 жыл бұрын
thank you Car Buyer, thank you Mat
@EnviroMr12 жыл бұрын
... and just to make it clear, I wasn't referring to you, Mat. Awesome review btw!
@steadyprogressing282910 жыл бұрын
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
@happyshoppingliferu11 жыл бұрын
Seen one of these in a lovely blue colour ! one word = gorgeous
@RangoVidsOfMangoO1210 жыл бұрын
Can't decide between this or the 1 series BMW. The 1 series drives better apparently...
@EthanMaskie10 жыл бұрын
buy the 1 series then
@MrDosSantos99110 жыл бұрын
Don't buy the merc its a renault engine with a sexy body and a star in the front
@manosv535110 жыл бұрын
Mad Scientistsami Only the 2 small engines are Renault.
@MrDosSantos99110 жыл бұрын
Mike Vs then go for the a45 amg
@RangoVidsOfMangoO1210 жыл бұрын
Mad Scientistsami Yeah I think I am going to get the 1 series. Thank you :)
@AndroBoy1712 жыл бұрын
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.
@JMazterV11211 жыл бұрын
Will this ever be available in the states?
@sarbjotsingh17928 жыл бұрын
Which car will u choose mercedes cla or gla ? Tell me plz i'm vry confused which 1 should i go for
@ShuaybAbdAllah8 жыл бұрын
gla
@brandywell4412 жыл бұрын
Thanks for clearing that up. Looks and sounds like an amazing car
@juukame11 жыл бұрын
Does the A 250 still come with a Renault engine? Or is it just the smaller engines?
@Guymate Жыл бұрын
Mat looks so young at that time😊😊😊
@Bmwx5fan912 жыл бұрын
I loved the design of the old a classes
@Tednessful11 жыл бұрын
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.
@usernamepl0xx12 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing, I dig it!
@alexandrerighi5 жыл бұрын
LTB first thing I am gonna do is replace the screen with a 10.25 inch touchscreen android and bring it to this century
@Hugovsky198612 жыл бұрын
Awesome review Matt. Carbuyer is the best. :D
@shinigami27369 ай бұрын
Matt the legend
@sunnyfong6812 жыл бұрын
Very nice Mat! Looking forward to my comments being shown next time :)
@MoKing10 жыл бұрын
I've just brought a mercades a class 20131.8 after selling my 2.0 litre audi a4 2012 great car
@ArturoPerez-si2xk3 жыл бұрын
My God! First Mat Watson video with Carbuyer last less than 3 minutes (Sköda Fabia) and this one last more than 9 minutes! Jesus Christ
@juukame12 жыл бұрын
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.
@jr02ray10 жыл бұрын
Should you really be filing the cubby holes while you're driving Matt?
@niekprins87837 ай бұрын
I cant wrap my head around the choice between A160 / A180 / A200 since they all have the same engine. My gut feeling says: A200 will need more maintenance since we ask more power from the same engine. Any thoughts on that?
@alalala132whyisthishandletaken7 ай бұрын
it's the same engine, it's made to operate under the same conditions. It may be true that some additional mechanical wear may be in place, but that will depend on driving style. Revving it out too often, or not often enough, will do a lot more damage than the factory tune, or some small components that differ between the actual engines. I've never had one, never worked on one and never will, so the words of a Merc master tech will trump mine in every way, but the a160 and a180 have the exact same engine with a small tune on the latter. The a200 has a mildly "better" engine (different engine code - most likely different components). It's hard to find the differences between that and the a160/a180 one - most likely no functional difference to you. It's much better to spend your time trying to find one which has been better taken care of, with a better service history etc. than trying to pick between a a160, a180 and a200.
@notawoke3 жыл бұрын
Yt decided to recommend a car review 8 years later.
@TheFireflies9112 жыл бұрын
Thanks for these videos!
@Voodoo_One12 жыл бұрын
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
@shihabmatubber23943 жыл бұрын
never knew mat started over here instead of carwow
@-Tidgy10 жыл бұрын
Such a nice car, as are all Mercedes.
@MrDosSantos99110 жыл бұрын
You're right, such a nice car, until you see the renault engine in it.
@-Tidgy10 жыл бұрын
Mad Scientistsami The only bad thing yeah.
@PVP_KILL10 жыл бұрын
Mad Scientistsami what is a renault engine
@BIGBOICOMBO10 жыл бұрын
Mad Scientistsami the renault engine is only fitted in the -A200 CDI series (if i'm correctly informed) which fits the low-slugs who just wants the mercedes badge on their cars and mercedes keys on their pockets
@MrDosSantos99110 жыл бұрын
ScoutSpyScout no its only in the a180 cdi the a200 cdi has the OM651 mercedes engine.
@MeganoOdles12 жыл бұрын
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).
@weshootikill12 жыл бұрын
who the hell dislikes this amazing video.
@TheEmeraldBlockYoutubeChannel8 жыл бұрын
Does the A class only come with Automatic?
@Yusuf-cb7pl8 жыл бұрын
TheEmeraldBlock no you can opt for manual
@nO_d3N1AL12 жыл бұрын
This car looks AMAZING in Blue, on the picture of Top Gear magazine's car buyers guide
@puns0112 жыл бұрын
Love car buyer reviews
@commonsense36910 жыл бұрын
Mat, you looked goofy repeatedly ramming that golf bag into the car. Plain silliness.
@mafzchowdhury24386 жыл бұрын
Its not all about just speed its about luxury n comfortable so passengers r happy n enjoying cruising thats y mercs r better....
@JacobMelodies9910 жыл бұрын
Really great review.
@MeganoOdles12 жыл бұрын
Finally a Mercedes a 25 year old would consider
@astrogamesyt12 жыл бұрын
For the price of a new one of those (The one in the review), I can get myself an Audi RS6 V10 with less than 80k Kms (about 50k miles?) on the clock. Hmmm let me think about it for .... I'll go the with the RS6 >-/ Can't deny that this is a sexy car indeed. Saw this very model exposed here in town at a mall and it does feel real premium.
@ArturoPerez-si2xk4 жыл бұрын
True, I get a Skoda Octavia Estate, maybe isn't the funnies car ever, but got everything you need for a daily vehicle