Mercedes A-Class Hatchback vs A-Class Saloon | In-depth Comparison

Considering a Mercedes-Benz A-Class? This comparison video will show you the main differences between the A-Class Hatchback & A-Class Saloon!
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0:00 Cinematic Intro!
1:08 Exterior
1:45 Boot Comparison
3:16 Rear Seats Comparison
5:31 Seat & Headrests Comparison
6:31 Front / Multimedia System
8:13 Instrument Cluster
9:06 Engines
11:18 2023 A-Class Facelift
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[@npoleary]

Sorry everyone! There’s a typo in the video! The diesels are 2.0L engines not 1.3L

[@SirAMG63]

Lovely content as always Nick!

[@dimitrioskontoulis6138]

I have the sallon about 6 months with all extra and I love it!! great car...

[@RobertA-ns3fh]

Well done...thank you Nick.

[@annaaltinbas2597]

Hi, I have recently bought an A180 amg line (21 plate), I’m watching your videos to learn all about what I can do with it, and I’m finding them very helpful, before this I had a GLC but I was too scared to play with the screens and find out what I could do, I just used it for the basic radio and navigation system, I now have more confidence with it thanks to your videos, keep up the good work,

[@npoleary]

Ah awesome! Thank you Anna! 🙏🙏

[@davidlines4249]

I have had the 200sport saloon for 15 months and it is a great car to drive. Very comfy and economical on petrol. Love the tips and tricks videos. They have enhanced my ownership experience.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏🙏

[@maxmorris4562]

Would you say it’s more comfortable than an Audi A3 ?

[@davidlines4249]

@Max Morris difficult to say as have not been in Audi for years. It's a lovely car to drive and the Merc dealer I purchased it from offered me £1500 more than I paid for it at my service last March! Which I declined, it only had 1700 miles on the Clock when I purchased it 18 months ago.

[@maxmorris4562]

@@davidlines4249 What I will say about these mercs is that the styling and technology is impressive, but I have heard BMW offer a more engaging driving experience with improved interior build quality

[@brettweary8491]

Looks Absolutely Awesome The Saloon Nick

[@grahamsmallpeice1212]

Nice video Nick. You’ve answered 1 of the questions I had which was the saloons boot access. It’s a boot not a saloon-hatch. I’d be intrigued as to how much of an opening it is. Also thanks for the heads up regards the lack of a wiper. It’s a shame but it’d be a compromise I guess I’d have to get used to. I’m really interested in the 2023 AMG 35 Saloon myself. Keep the videos coming 👍🏼👍🏼

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Ah awesome! Yes there are a couple of differences that are worth knowing if you’re considering one 🤓

[@taxicrew1]

As usual great vid. 🎉🎉🎉

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏🙏

[@markaustwick7310]

Great video as always Nick. I came out of my 2020 C300 in July into a brand new AMG A35 premium plus saloon with all the aero kit in Patagonia Red. I absolutely love it, and as a daily driver it has all the power, style, refinement and equipment you could ever want. Personally I prefer the saloon over the hatchback, I just think it looks a bit more grown up and classy. Keep up the sterling work, look forward to the next video 👍🏻

[@jeeefthegreat7555]

Poor people car.

[@markaustwick7310]

@@jeeefthegreat7555 if you say so pal

[@npoleary]

I drive an A-Class as a daily… 😔 Not everyone can afford the higher models!

[@JoeSmith-hs4lo]

Thanks Nick, I own a A200 year 2021 Auto brilliant car.

[@maxmorris4562]

Would you say it’s as comfortable as an Audi a 3 ?

[@jngostino]

Hi! Im waiting to!! My Car will be with upgrades 🤩👋

[@devon896]

Going by price though I'm looking at a A Class AMG either A250e or A200d or a Jaguar XE HSE both of are similar pricing, but I think the Jaguar gives you more for your money. What would you go with?

[@npoleary]

Hey Northern Virtual Airlines, ah nice! I’ve honestly not driven the Jaguar so couldn’t comment on that part. I have driven the A250e Saloon and it’s super smooth, plus the latest facelift goes up to 53 miles utilising a larger battery capacity than before 🤓

[@gelonjilo5821]

Really appreciate your videos as a product expert for Mercedes Benz I’d really love to also be in communication with you for any form of questions I might have

[@npoleary]

Hey Gelo, I can try! 🤓 Just message me on here or use my email “[e-mail]” Glad you’re enjoying them!

[@johnw65uk]

Hey Nick, been following your channel for a few months since buying a 2020 Mercedes. Question I have , when starting navigation route the assistant keeps saying this road includes tolls roads. Even if I navigate to a street nearby. Any ideas? Thanks.

[@npoleary]

That’s strange, I haven’t heard of that happening before…have you spoken with your local Mercedes?

[@mridall3104]

Hi Nick, Is there a way to stop the car locking and unlocking all the time with keyless entry when you are washing the car? Every time you go near a door handle it locks or unlocks depending on where you touch the handle with the wash mitt. Also is there a way to lift the wipers? I had a Passat years ago that had a mode for washing the car so the wipers would go and stop mid wipe to allow them to be lifted for cleaning. Love the channel btw 👌🏻 Thank you Matt.

[@npoleary]

Thanks M Ridall! Glad you’re loving the videos! I’ve covered those two on my Tips & Tricks series here: kzbin.info/aero/PLyo-duQc8myqCIqf8E_-x-3dMZ50uKIHA Switch off key: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ7XkIB_mtWip5o Wiper Trick: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOyhWd4oaqhpaM

[@mridall3104]

@@npoleary Thank you 👍

[@watprangers5530]

Nick can you help me? I tried calling garage I got the car from. Mercedes Giffnock. No help. Basically since my car returned to me from a service a few weeks ago my Mercedes me app wont work. It tells me to enter the 6 digit code. Code never arrives at my email. Tried to go on browser to get code from Mercedes website. Code again doesn't arrive. Tried to login with my password, says password wrong. Tried to reset password . Link to reset password doesn't arrive at my email address. It was fine until it went in for the service. It's driving me crazy as I check app regularly for anything suspicious or if I left a window open.

[@donutcare9680]

Can you make a video about GLC boots/trunks/cargo area?😊 It seems some of these have a lot of hidden uses. Could use some tips😢. I searched for videos and didn’t find much. Please!😃

[@npoleary]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll add it to the list of potential future videos 🤓

[@barsmutaf8457]

Hey, is there any difference in terms of height from the ground. Espacially the front part?

[@npoleary]

Don’t think so, they should the same apart from the back as they’re based on the same chassis

[@taands]

Hi there, what year were these cars and were they just amg line or exec/ premium etc. Also it’s such a shame the saloons don’t do the sports seats I am very fond of these, I don’t know why they only do it in the hatchback🥲 very informative video thank you!

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! 👍🏼 There was a facelift this year so they’ve been updated since then. Similar styling though 🤓 They were just AMG line in the video 👍🏼

[@barbaranewtonsconceptbarba6124]

I want it so bad!

[@kingsleyclark7240]

Hiya Nick, please excuse my ignorance, but could you tell me has the 2020 A class saloon got a rear centre arm rest or is there a accessory you can purchase. I can pull the centre section down but it only accesses the boot I would have thought a model of this quality would have a centre rear arm rest. My car is the 180 premier saloon Thanks for your time Nick. Regards

[@npoleary]

It depends on the specification, you can find the seats 40:20:40 on most cars but the separate arm rest for the rear was found on a certain package. Best to check with your local Mercedes or the brochures as those will have the most up to date info 🤓

[@kingsleyclark7240]

Thanks for your reply Nick, I’ll check it out with the dealer.Have a good weekend

[@AceTrainerUK]

Nice review I’ve been so torn on the hatchback vs CLA! I don’t think I’ll see since comparison aha. I’ve opted for the Hatchback, A200 AMG line premium. I’ll get the CLA one day! Just slightly out of budget right now

[@RuiOrlandoPereiraMarques]

Good afternoon Although it has nothing to do with today's video, I would like to ask you if you can show a video about charging your smartphone. I bought it as an option and I don't understand how I can make it work. I have a Samsung A52 and I put it there but it doesn't load. thank you so much

[@npoleary]

Hey Rui, charging is just as simple as plugging it in via the USB ports. Some cars however have USB-C ports so you may need a dongle. I recommend these or something similar if you need them. bit.ly/USB-CAdapter

[@MohamedAli-ls9hs]

Hi Nick what’s the difference between premium and premium plus?

[@npoleary]

Depends on the car, year of manufacture and where you live. So if you speak to Mercedes they can let you know! 🤓 Or check out their brochures and configurators on their website, it’ll list for each model.

[@alexandrajosephine1404]

Love your videos and been waiting on an A class one! Thank you! #marryme

[@npoleary]

Thanks Alexandra! Glad you love the videos! 🤓

[@allseasons5536]

Nice video mate.. saloon and hatchback which model is fast selling in the UK?

[@npoleary]

Probably Hatchback, they’re extremely popular as a car body shape in the UK 🤓

[@allseasons5536]

Amazing good up good work

[@marklockley385]

Any idea when the saloon will hit the UK please, Nick? I'm currently driving an A250e saloon, changing next year, so would love to stick with it and drop into this new ace lift model.

[@npoleary]

The A-Class Saloon facelift? It’s already out 🤓

[@marklockley385]

@@npoleary Oh, thought it was just the hatch atm. Cheers!

[@markzammit3950]

Great videos. Any idea what the average range of fuel tank ?

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Depends on the driving style, how you drive, where you drive, and the fuel tank size. It can vary from petrols to diesels too. I drive my A 180 and can achieve over 500 miles range on a run (40mph and above) However like all cars, drive in a built up area and that figure will come down to the 300 mile mark.

[@markzammit3950]

Thanks, looking at buying an A180 and wanted a range (depending on driving etc) of around 500miles 👍

[@npoleary]

@markzammit3950 that’s driving in the most economical way though, like between 60mph and 70mph with minimal traffic

[@stanthemafia]

I got the hatchback, not having the wiper in the saloon was a deal breaker for me as I have dashcams.

[@rinal1315]

The saloon doesn’t have a window wiper?

[@stanthemafia]

@@rinal1315 no

[@npoleary]

No quite often Saloons don’t due to the curvature of the roof

[@flemmingcallesen7820]

In Denmark you can get a A220 D 2.0 l Diesel 190 BHP :)

[@npoleary]

Ah nice! 🤓

[@rw80]

The saloon/sedan looks better but the hatchback is more practical. So I rationally chose the hatchback tho I rather would have the saloon.

[@Solomon_w]

How an hatchback is more practical?

[@npoleary]

Larger boot opening 🤓👍🏼

[@adammitten752]

Have Mercedes discontinued the A250 petrol ?

[@npoleary]

Not sure…I had one once! Miss it everyday!

[@christopherdean2982]

the 8 speed box in the a220d is awful..so clunky and slow at changing down.. hesitant when trying to put power down from a standing start aswell

[@sunrise7236]

Is there gonna be cla update? (A)

[@npoleary]

Maybe…we’ll have to see what Mercedes announce! The A-Class has just had a facelift announcement so I’ll be keeping an eye out too! Haven’t heard anything yet though!

[@thomasskogh800]

Why A-Class Saloon and CLA in the range? They are both pretty similar to me.

[@umutakyol6290]

CLA is way more sporty (considered a coupe by Mercedes), sells very well (as far as I can tell) and does not have any competition in the premium segment. It even sells in the US of A considering they don't like smaller cars at all (if you can call a 4,69 meters car short or small, to me it is a mid size sedan not a sporty faux coupe). In the back it has little room tho but a way bigger boot than A Class sedan. A Class sedan on the other hand is significantly shorter than CLA but has more headroom for the rear passenger. As a single guy, I'd go for the CLA. If I had a newborn I'd get A Sedan or even A hatchback since they have similar boot size and A hatchback has a little more headroom (good for child seats, in CLA it's hard to get a child seat in an out)

[@npoleary]

Ah I’ve covered the CLA and A-Class before 👀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWjHoH9oetWrjpI Yes they’re pretty similar with some small differences 👍🏼

[@thomasskogh800]

@@npoleary Yes I've seen that, but as you say, apart from CLA is a Coupé they are very much the same.

[@rajeshkalia2656]

Hello Nick and I just watched your video regarding the Mercedes A-Class Hatchback vs the A-Class Saloon and was totally surprised and shocked to hear that the saloon version doesn't come with a rear wiper. Isn't it dangerous and illegal to be driving your car in wet weather with no rear wiper?? I own an Audi A3 Black Edition 2018 model and just replaced my rear wiper blade because it was making a very loud scraping sound and just couldn't wait to have replaced as soon as possible. I personally couldn't risk driving my car with no working rear wiper in wet weather as your visibility gets hampered dramatically if can't clear the rear screen of rain water. Have all Mercedes saloon models never been fitted with rear wipers or is it just this saloon model? If all Mercedes saloon models come with no rear wiper, how are you supposed to clear the rear screen of rain water? Are these rear screens in saloon models specially built and designed in a way where they are to able to drain rain water by themselves without the need of a rear wiper, Nick? Please let me as I really like the saloon model more than the hatchback version in the A-Class range and would like to know if the saloons version has any more additional features and technology that the hatchback doesn't. Can you also have automatic folding door mirrors in the saloon version too?

[@npoleary]

Hey yeah that’s right pretty much all saloons across all manufacturers don’t have rear wipers. This is because the rear shape of the car tapers off more smoothly so as you drive the airflow pushes water off (most of it). Now of course it won’t get rid of all of it but you can always put the rear window de-mister on which warm the rear window up to. And when reversing most saloons these days have a camera anyway. Also because of the shape of the rear, you won’t get as much water flick up from the rear too.

[@rajeshkalia2656]

Have any drivers past and present who have driven saloon cars ever had any major problems when driving their saloon cars in very wet driving conditions, Nick? Has wet weather severely hampered and affected their driving abilities in wet weather? Is it a major, risky and dangerous issue by not having a rear wiper in saloon models in the rain? My other question to you is does the Mercedes A-Class saloon have front door automatic folding door mirrors? I have an Audi A3 2018 Black Edition which doesn't have this feature unfortunately and is a real headache and a disadvantage when I am parking in my local supermarket car park or on a public road in front of local shops and stores as I have to fold them manually with my hands as I don't want to take the risk of them being hit by another car, cyclist or a pedestrian.

[@npoleary]

Not that I know of I’ve owned a Saloon from another car manufacturer before for a short while and it was absolutely fine (that didn’t even have a reversing camera). For specs you’ll have to check the car itself or chat with Mercedes and they can let you know. In the UK there’s Executive, Premium & Premium Plus. Optional Extras are found on those 🤓

[@billclarke7893]

What about the third option, the GLA?

[@npoleary]

Might cover that in the future 👀 It’s on my list of potential future videos!

[@billclarke7893]

@@npoleary look forward to that one, as discussed when we met at the Farnborough show, I need to change my 2019 C43 coupe as my wife has issues getting in and out easily, also it’s a task to get the grandchildren’s seats in the back. We have looked at the GLC but my wife wasn’t comfortable driving it (she has a Yaris Hybrid auto), so the GLA35 seems to be a good compromise, but I’m also interested in maybe the hybrid. Would love to hear your opinion’s on the range and option packages.

[@npoleary]

Thanks Bill! I remember! 🤓 Ah awesome, I’ll see what I can do 👀

[@mrpov1562]

I would go for the A-Class saloon cuz it has the better seats

[@johnguidetti5839]

What do you mean by better seats?

[@happyhero1093]

@@johnguidetti5839 More comfy seats and adjustable headrest

[@profphilbell2075]

I love how the saloon looks like a baby S class.

[@maxmorris4562]

Isn’t the Audi A3 better as the merc has Renault engines?

[@npoleary]

Don’t worry I’ve heard this many times before but rest assured the entry level engines in the compact car range are not just "Renault engines", Mercedes and Renault have combined their efforts together to produce a very highly economical, low emission and powerful engine. One of Mercedes-Benz's best sellers at the moment! Mercedes also put their own tech and spin into it and designed Formula One technology such as Nanoslide and even cylinder shut-off called CAMTRONIC allowing the cylinders to go down to 2! None of this is found in the Renault’s engines so no, they are definitely not the same at all. Hope that answers your question!

[@montha123]

The older 1.3 petrol & 1.5 diesel engines were Renault , the newer 2021 onwards 2.0 diesel engines & bigger petrol engines are Mercedes engines made in Germany

[@kevansmith49]

How about a video on the effects of the semiconducter shortage on Mercedes cars in the UK. For example waiting lists of up to a year or more for new cars, the shortage and therefore lack of electric hatchbacks on some cars, the lack of electric seats, no front cameras on models that should have them fitted leading to no Augmented Reality Navigation, dropping of wireless charging on models that had it as standard etc. Mercedes aren't doing themselves ant favours by not coming clean on these issues. As a new owner of a "Covid Edition" Mercedes car I feel these issues should be brought out into the light.

[@arowana_fish]

This is a good point and would make a good video, it is not only some of the big items that have been enhanced by being removed but also a whole host of other smaller ones for example no lights in the rear seats or in the rear foot wells and the list goes on.

[@npoleary]

Hey guys I wish I could but I’m not that clued up on the topic…but…check this video out ⬇️ This one was an eye opener and would be the sort of style of video I would of made if I had footage to go with it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5axZKKHrZKibJo It’s well worth a watch as it doesn’t just affect cars, it also affects other electronic devices too.

[@ehsaankhan3461]

Aren’t the diesels the 2.0 litres?

[@npoleary]

Hey Ehsaan, yes you’re absolutely right, it was a mistake on my part. I pinned a comment to the video to explain that they are in fact 2.0L engines. A-Class’s in fact used to be 1.5L engines originally but moved to 2.0L fairly recently.

[@ehsaankhan3461]

@@npoleary Oh I didnt see the comment😅

[@npoleary]

It’s my fault sorry, I completely missed that when editing the video

[@ehsaankhan3461]

@@npoleary It’s all good :)

[@jeeefthegreat7555]

What you buy when you really want that badge but got no money.

[@Skittles1988]

Why doesn’t the saloon have a rear wiper?

[@rw80]

It’s not really needed. It’s needed on a hatchback because of the typical aerodynamics of a hatchback.

[@Skittles1988]

@@rw80 thank you!

[@npoleary]

Ah dang R W beat me to it! Thanks 👀 Yes Saloons typically don’t need them because road water won’t typically flick up onto the rear window on a saloon but will on a hatchback due it’s curve. There are some manufacturers that do have a rear wiper though on a Saloon although it is rare.

[@pkubek1]

I choose cla

[@brucelee5313]

Hi Nick, I love your video and learnt a lot from them. Just one question, I seen many video with the light flashing like this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2ScfKinYt14fJI from 00:20 to 00:30. I found it is very cool if I can do it at my CLA 250. Please maybe your next video can teach us. Thanks.

[@npoleary]

Aha no that’s just the shutter speed of the camera It’s not actually happening in real life, it’ll be down to what shutter speed the camera has set and the hz of the led light

[@brucelee5313]

@@npoleary got it. Thanks Nick

[@npoleary]

No worries! 🤓 I try and stop it happening when I film as it annoying if you’re filming a screen on the inside (it can happen on those too!)

[@yahyaaladawi8609]

We just want to know price first before any explanation

[@npoleary]

Hey Yahya, for most up to date prices, best to contact your local Mercedes and they can let you know if it’s available as it can vary round the world. However in the UK, prices start from £108,030 On the Road 👍🏼

[@bigibombel2769]

There is a facelift a class

[@npoleary]

You didn’t watch to the end? 👀 It’s out next year

[@bigibombel2769]

Do you think the a class stops in 2025?

[@npoleary]

Autocar and Autoexpress have posted about this but there is nothing official from Mercedes (that I’ve heard anyway) It’s one of their best sellers so I’m sure they have a plan or a trick up their sleeve!

[@appasonata2]

Unfortunately this saloon not available in my country. We have the basic and AMG 🥲