Should You Buy a MERCEDES A-CLASS? (Test Drive & Review 2013 A180 CDI)

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[@nmc_9712]

Not sure about the UK, but there are two kinds of people I see driving this car here in Ireland, hairdressers/nail techs, and 18 year old lads who’ve borrowed them off their mums to sit in a McDonald’s car park with a girl on Saturday nights 🤣

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha very similar here too

[@Mr330d]

Impressing their lady friend in the Merc with the Renault engine 😂

[@mikeconnolly6845]

oh I completely agree with you there from a fellow Irishman!

[@mikeconnolly6845]

@Paulie Gualtieri not really anymore, they were rebadged many years ago as the Jetta but then around 2 years ago were discontinued completely! However the bigger model, the Passat, is absolutely everywhere!

[@MRPAD744]

@Paulie Gualtieri AFTER THE OLD MODEL JETTA THERE WAS ALSO THE BORA [SALOON] AND THEN THE JETTA .

[@mrboomboombaby]

Mercedes A-class: official car of "My parents are lawyers and I sell weed to my pals"

[@Alexander_l322]

I know 3 dealers with these. Higher spec ones though.

[@Alexander_l322]

@Paul Newman yea true.

[@PaulTC777]

Or the typical wannabe gangster working as a football coach and financing this car for 8 years, listening to UK rap all day and being friends with London mopped thieves. Also its the same diesel engine as in a Dacia Sandero (it's a reliable Renault engine but a Benz should be 100% Benz). I prefer buying a used SL320 and learning how to be my own mechanic.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahaha very true

[@chriskonte1909]

I drive a second Gen. A-Class. I share it with my Grandma she's like my Grandpa a Farmer.

[@wrightcodyj]

The Hyacinth Bouquet reference made my day

[@jonnycando]

It’s Bucket!

[@martinmcgoldrick1357]

What does mean?

[@alexmacdonald4270]

She would love it to be Bouquet, but sadly its Bucket

[@bahenbihen]

@@martinmcgoldrick1357 thats the main character from an old tv show called Keeping up appearances

[@mpersad]

Just loved this video, for the wonderful scenery! So envious of the sprinkling of snow!

[@ianbrock8]

Thank you. I love watching your videos/test drives. Your scripts are a great pick-me-up. Some of your "sayings" are priceless. Please keep these videos coming.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching!

[@paulwatson2712]

Bought an A160 61 plate four years ago for the in-laws. Has been 100% reliable, good for dog walking and moving decent loads with the seats down. Well built, no rattles at all - not the most exciting but ‘the oldies’ love it.

[@dferrari4841]

Yet another great review... Loved the first three minutes especially, you were really spot on! :) Cheers! Nick (Cornwall)

[@Hustwick]

This must be a high spec model. I see it comes with the optional indicators.

[@SuperSyro1]

Same either the BMWs

[@amoddedblueteslap100d7]

No I think this is a standard model

[@stejacjam660]

Every time I research a potential car you pop up...which is good because I know what I'm getting a chuckle and covering all the important points honestly.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@shaydevlin5557]

One of my old teachers had a MK1 a-class and she was A BATTLEAXE and everytime she went round a certain corner I hoped she didn't have ESC

[@Bootneck-RMC]

Another great honest review Matt, thank you. 👍 The funny thing is, I have never really classed the A Class as proper Mercedes, as to me, Mercedes are big powerful beasties. Although I must admit, I was looking at a GLA, before I ended up getting a Kia Niro.

[@bazmina]

Ive got 5 employees. 2 have an a class. 1 of them has a girlfriend with an a class. 1 makes out hes a car guy but thought a 1 series was a ford. I just find them cars that are bought by people who arent car people but want recognition for buying a mercedes by other brand snobs even though theyre all financed up to the eyeballs and cant really afford them anyway. Swap the badge to renault and the same renault powered car loses 80% of its market.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Yes good point

[@Sweepdog700]

Agree. Why do people still rate mercs so highly, lots of cars as good or better

[@stringer-ik1pc]

Kebab shop.??? 😀😀

[@Sweepdog700]

@@stringer-ik1pc 😂😂😂

[@geoffdundee]

bazmina .....why not give them a reality check and cut their hours by half .....or perhaps youre paying them more than they are worth?

[@Dino-qq2jp]

Raisin in a cookie euphemism tickled me. Cracking review as always. Thank you for sharing!

[@TheGreatestPlayerInTheWorld]

Top review yet again!!

[@alexmacdonald4270]

I like the looks of the A class, great video Matt keep up the good work

[@duncands9172]

Only seen this now, and am delighted to hear about the safety features because a niece of mine has just bought one of the very first ones of these, and it is 2012. She is a doctor, and needs a good strong car, especially ones that will also make a bleeping sound if you are tired because she needs that if she's had a long day

[@flyme195]

Having had every model of C-Class, including the 190E, as far as I’m concerned, if it’s not a saloon, and it’s not rear wheel drive, it’s not really a Mercedes-Benz. I understand why Mercedes did it but I just couldn’t.

[@Orwic1]

When I owned my previous merc, I used to get it serviced by a specialist local to where I lived. I was collecting my car after service one day, and there was an A class in his shop. He saw me looking at the A class and shaking his head said - rather sadly - “those cars aren’t really a Mercedes”.

[@daviddenley3512]

Good review, many thanks for the video.

[@azteka6103]

You gotta love his sarcasm, the mockery and humour, absolutely outstanding.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@samdurling6053]

Left out the fact the Renault engine is also used in the "Good News.... It's the Dacia Sandero" 😂

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

It's also a battle axe of an engine. I think I read somewhere it is teh most popular diesel in the world.

[@Janshevik]

After all, engine is just one of the things. Alpine A110 uses the same egine as Megane RS, but is almost twice that expensive (and faster of course)

[@johnennis4586]

Cheap finance has ruined "premium" brands. A fiesta rents not much cheaper than one of these

[@aaron___6014]

financing has ruined a lot of things, especially housing.

[@emiliospowerballer1441]

financing is the only feasible a way a non rich person can afford to buy a BMW M4, and for an average bloke to buy a car without wasting twice the money for a new car

[@Alexander_l322]

@@emiliospowerballer1441 or save up, buy used, don’t finance things you can’t afford because finance is a rip off mostly and you’ll be paying a lot more than the car is worth.

[@emiliospowerballer1441]

@@Alexander_l322 yes with the first part and not really with the second part. you just need to research well, what are the interest rates some offer, what can you pay, price of car etc. its not that complicated as many companies have finance available in their websites where you can just put your initial payment to see how much you would pay monthly. it depends, its not all that black and white. i get youre saying though, which is why you just have to be careful with what youre buying and how you spend your money. its a good tool if you ask me. or you can just save buy a used car of your choice, theres nothing wrong with that.

[@chappy2121]

@@emiliospowerballer1441 that's the thing isnt it though. If you "buy" something you own it. Most of these, the 1 series and loads of new cars are on PCP, with the give back start again or balloon payment thing, so you never own it. I think that's one of the reasons there's lots of terrible driving you see now, because people don't give a damn as it ain't their car

[@kulnagra1]

Liked and subscribed I think I’ve watched nearly all your videos Absolutely quality 👍🏽

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! Thanks for subscribing

[@lawrenceholden5716]

I've always been a fan of the original A class from a design point of view. It was completely original, a brave move from a traditional German company, it entered a new market segment for them at the time. I was amazed at the room inside when I drove one for the first time, almost Tardis like and I look forward to being lent the one used as a courtesy car by my local Mercedes specialist, which has over 160k on the clock and drives like new. The new shape seems boring, a bit generic, it could be an Astra, Focus or any other s imiliar cars, differentiated only by the badge on the grille to add snob appeal and higher costs. I'm sure it will be a good car, but special enough ?

[@8.4_litre_V10]

Every time I see one of these, I think to myself "there goes another 17 year old who bought an A Class just to brag to his friends that he's got a Merc and probably woo the girl he's been chasing for the past 69 years"

[@lesvosace602]

And it won't work 🤣

[@davidbest1]

*whose parents bought them an a class*

[@adorabasilwinterpock6035]

Girls dont care what car you drive as long as its not filthy

[@chriskonte1909]

@@Azureecosse Audi A1's here in Germany are mainly driven by girls just like Mini Cabrio Coopers or Fiat 500s there're the classic "my parents wanted to buy my first car and spend more than 10 grand lol"

[@gtracer1729]

So true! My brother got one for himself a few years ago and everything about your description is simply spot on :D

[@charlieboyvespa8610]

Brilliant as always

[@stephenlane9168]

Another spot on review Matt. The A Class with the 2100cc Merc turbo diesel with auto gearbox is a good run around, smooth and reliable. You’re right, avoid poverty spec and manual Mercs.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats right

[@AuxentiuMMXII]

I don't know, I have a MK6 Golf with a sport pack and it drives brilliantly. It can both be fun and stable/predictable. I agree that other cars are more fun to drive, but with the Golf you get a feeling that no matter what you encounter, the car will help you out. I've even driven it on snow and ice up towards ski resorts, shaming SUV's on my way up. Their ESP does wonders sometimes.

[@ronniebrown6225]

I had an A-class (64 plate) and I loved it. next week I'm picking up another next week it's a 2019 A180 d sport executive. I love the DCT gearbox in it

[@brianmorrissey554]

I really want an older one of those for my Mum and Dad. And it's exactly the reason you said. Bad knee and hip replacement. Perfect

[@julianowens4071]

Love the review very amusing

[@Ari-bx9cs]

All your vids are class mate 👍🏿

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you like them!

[@rhysparker6504]

Had a Mk2 A-class as a second/third car some years ago. Picked up at auction, it was great with young kids. They had a good seating position in the back and was easy to get them in & out. Boot could fit a pushchair. Sure it was no driver’s car, but I had a Saab convertible for the fun times! Think I sold it for not much less than I paid for it

[@Rob1Rich]

Thanks that was enjoyable and informative as always. Funny as well. Paid for by cheque!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@collyb6054]

Morning Matt, Given your views on French cars, I would be interested to see a review from you on the new generation Peugeot 3008, which seems to have had nothing but high praise. Your take would be interesting.

[@timmywatkins1702]

A friends lad has leased one during first lock down before he has passed his test. On his 12 attempt at theory and now his mum drives it. Looks good though!!!

[@Jahmed5635]

Smashing video as always mate, the a class is definitely aimed air youngsters like myself , nice flashy car but it’s mainly driven by people who don’t know much about cars and are driving it for the badge especially in the world of social media. Loved the Caitlyn Jenner joke 😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha Thanks 👍

[@Smithingtonsmithe]

I drive a ‘17 A180D and was originally looking at upgrading to a golf. The only things that swayed me were the interior/exterior styling and all the gadgets. Despite all the kudos that comes with owning a golf, they’re just boring in my opinion, and you get loads more for your money with an A Class. mine has car play and can park itself - same money on a golf would’ve only got me heated seats 😂

[@jimbandit1250sa]

Awesome review matt

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@polopowered]

Chav motor of choice these days.

[@louissanderson719]

That and the bmw 1 series. Cheap finance. Load of chavs pretending they’re balling

[@Bidweezy]

Actually want one but dying at this 😂😂

[@steveo8533]

People say that about all hot hatches.

[@Leo.kirsopp]

Na mate it has to be the Corsa

[@davek7256]

Love your optimistic world view Matt “..it’s all end up with a knife” 😂 ”

[@PROCESSOR302]

The A class and BMW one series are very common amongst students on university campuses. Great lease deals around!

[@williamfence566]

Never "got" these at all . Just seemed a euro blob with a fancy badge that allowed the " snobs " to shout I've got a merc when the rest of us went " yep but its not really" . But it's not a crossover so there's some redeeming factor.

[@Thechino231]

What a hater.. i bet youre drivin’ a ford K

[@williamfence566]

@@Thechino231 ha ha. Miles away pal. Its Japanese!

[@teabagtowers3823]

@@Thechino231 Spot the Mercedes A-Class owner.

[@relaxnchill9335]

I have no interest in buying a A class, but watch because i love your style and banter!

[@perhougaard3536]

I've been driving an A180 CDI (2. gen facelift) from 2009 over the last few months and I must say that it is a great little car to live with. Yea, it looks like a doghouse on wheels and, yes, it may have had a snobby appeal to it and have attracted a certain segment of customers when it was new. But when you isolate that (and the star in front) it is a comfortable, practical and economical little car with a good quality feel to it. It is even fun to drive!

[@12LOGIC12]

Mine has absolutely horrible fuel economy

[@franktsang5027]

I'm not in the market for a Merc-badged Golf with a French engine, but hilarious review, you're on fire!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@ProjectEncy]

This video is great and hilarious. I just purchased the new A180d (facelift) AMG-Line model and its been a blast to drive. I'm not sure if the engine has been changed, or if the of addition of sports mode really livens things up, but I have no issues! I'm not sure why people are moaning about it? The version I have looks incredible in grey and black (night pack) accents and alloys, its fun and very comfy drive, and it stands head and shoulders above most cars I seen next to it in a carpark ect. Couldn't be happier! Have you had experience with one of the facelift models?

[@petershorney7504]

Great review, lots of good analogies. Can't remember which car you were reviewing though...

[@mikeenglish7063]

I had a gen 1 a class. At the time was in my mid 30s. Loved it and hated it equally. Comfortable, loved the way you could fold up the back seats, and pop them out. Relatively high dring position. Plus it had a 1900 cc engine. Looked like a school run car. But it was quite rapid too. But on the down side..... It had the limp mode of doom. Premature rusting..

[@izzirosenberg9339]

I used to have an Infiniti q30. It was basically an a class but in my opinion nicer than the a class. The 1.5 engine is really not that bad on motorway, really slow in town though

[@tomthepigeon6272]

Very nice car. I had one 220d spot A class. All the best to you mate 😃

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks 👍

[@tristanpage6805]

Love the references. Very funny. I’d rather a mk1 jazz over that disappointment. When the new shape came out the owners chopped it in faster than a er erm sushi tuna. That’s the best I’ve got. Keep it up.

[@Aarontlondon]

Spot on about Hyacinth Bucket be a driver of the old A Class 😂🤣🤣

[@IIAdnan93II]

Not a massive fan of the interior design of Mercedes cars of that era but still good quality as you've mentioned. Thanks again for another great video, all the best.

[@IIJAMZYII]

Screams 30 something year old woman. who thinks shes made it as a manager in a telephony role, wears gucci trainers, but pays rent and thinks they're above everyone.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Yes true

[@IIJAMZYII]

@@HighPeakAutos nice enough car other than that 🤣

[@felixsulla7853]

You have exactly described a manager I know with a Mercedes A class. So funny.

[@IIJAMZYII]

@@Azureecosse no. Just an oberservation.

[@IIJAMZYII]

@@felixsulla7853 theres a few of them about. They tend to think they are fit aswell but really they're not.

[@thomasheart1337]

What i really like about your video's is that you show us 'real' cars. Its not just Lambo's and rediculous cars racing around. I think this appeals to people who really like cars, all cars... And not just the new ones, but these we could actually go out and drive ourselves. Just a bit more realistic and i like that. Its very interesting to get a good look at some slightly more unusual cars and to get some thoughts on them.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! Thats what I'm trying to do. Cheers :)

[@thomasheart1337]

@@HighPeakAutos Awsome keep it up :)

[@wackyrc1394]

Stylish car, informative and fun review, looks good for a 2013 model, thank you 👍 Any cars specifically on your review & drive list for this year? AMG Coupé, Golf R :)

[@mickyjb2003]

Went to school with Bruce Forsyth another classic. Keep them coming.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Cheers

[@auser1484]

I've driven one of these on hire before, I actually really like the looks and for me, it was comfy enough. Was an AMG variant, went well enough. But, it's no Yugo Zastava. That will be one review to watch out for.

[@allanprits3484]

You can't beat a Yugo Zastava in white with that chunky body kit lol

[@jamesrobinson9194]

I'm waiting for a Trabant review. Matt may struggle up Peak District hills, then again there is a video of a Trabant handling the Cat and Fiddle.

[@assifkhan3803]

very good review ..i have an automatic and it is a dream.

[@schmoosmith]

The problem I have with the A-class is that it predominantly bought by Instagram wannabes who wear coats with fur around the hood, the same can be said for pretty much the entire current Mercedes range. They always buy them on PCP on the minimum mileage allowance to get the cheapest payment then inevitably go thousands of miles over from endlessly driving around the streets playing the stereo on 11. They don’t look after the car, don’t service it and then hand the car the back at the end and get another. None of them realise that really, underneath they’re driving what is essentially a Renault Megane and when you tell them this their response is generally “fuck off bruv”, nice.

[@cliffordwilliams7449]

I can tell you stereotype a lot of people. I feel sorry people that are friends with the likes of you 🙄

[@noshpetunia]

Absolutely hit the nail on the head with describing the A Class buyer demographic!... There's a Hyacinth Bucket in my family and she drives a mark 2 A Class (upgraded from the mark 1 might I add!) She flat out refuses to buy the new A Class because it is too youthful and sporty 😂😂😂

[@aaronvitler258]

Hi , love all the reviews... have you done one on a Mercedes c class 220d estate? Been looking at them and would be really interested in your take on them. Thanks

[@nb_productions]

The comments under here are an absolute comedy. Brilliant, haha! Great video, as always. I love your sarcasm. Cheers from Belgium overseas.

[@thomaswhitaker6838]

Great review as always. These kinds of cars are usually bought by people who aren't really 'into cars' and just want a badge, as you mentioned. That said though, sales of these little run arounds probably allow Mercedes to make some of the more interesting models - so I suppose we shouldn't complain. Be gutted if I'd bought one new though and found out it had a Renault engine! 😂

[@markie40]

Went to school with bruce forsyth 😂😂😂classic. Brilliant review video 👍

[@zone1hearing]

How very dare you I had an old A-Class! Swapped for an almost identical vehicle a Lexus RX 400H Sel... Excellent review! I would be tempted with an A-45 & take the badge off!

[@rogermilroy4405]

I first had one of the original Class A 170cdi which I later traded for a Class B 200cdi, but now I´ve gone back to a 2nd. gen Class A 180 cdi with the 2 litre engine, by far the best of the 3, really roomy ( I´m 6ft 2in ) and ginormous storage space if I lower the 2 rear seats. Just in case anyone thinks I´m a badge freak, I also had a VW Golf 1.8lts. gasoline for 6 years, a good solid car but not as comfortable as the Mercedes. And yes, all these cars were manual shifters, I think you need more than 2.8lts. to make automatics worth while; I´ve had automatics, too, both a Jeep Cherokee Liberty and a Grand Cherokee

[@andrewwinter3722]

Nearly bought one in september , but got a land rover sport after getting side tracked by you !

[@petermurray7055]

Class video 👍👍👌

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks 👍

[@AmsterdamCesar]

I think a missed opportunity of not designing those air vents in Mercedes stars. That would have been so cool...

[@davidbest1]

Super tacky as well😬

[@danp9551]

It's a throwback to the W123 dash.

[@athollmcnicoll256]

OMG!! I thought you had found a "Wedgie" as I classed my A180, which I ran until my own car came back from body repairs, after a Micra driver ran into me, as I was going shopping and spoiled my A3 drivers door. But No I see you have found the replacement A class, which after driving A3's I much preferred. Nice car but over priced when new. Thanks Matt this was the A class I referred to in one of my last comments "Wedgie" brilliant car.

[@parvinkukar1259]

As always a great review, but I think all the audi a2 owners moved to the Mercedes a class mk 1, surprise you did not pick that up. Not a fan of the interior but the brand new A class is now spot on

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

Mum had 3 of the MK1 & 2, recommended by me because of the raised floor (she's getting on a bit). She absolutely loved them and yes, she is Hyacinth.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahah they were popular enough. They weren't bad cars or anything but massively different from the newer models

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

@@HighPeakAutos yes, I remember moving flats in one of them, a complete van with teh rear seats out. I quite liked them. She then moved to a Mk7 Golf that had no end of issues and finally got rid after 11 months. Mrs Bouquet now drives a Honda.

[@vx4716]

The amount of people i know who have bought a poverty spec A Class because its the cheapest gate to get through to have a modern mercedes badge is unreal, just like a group of teenagers buying the cheapest ticket to get to "Da Club"

[@emilmanoj8841]

the base A classes are quite hideous and i see quite a few on the road, I myself have an A class amg premium plus model and it does make the car look a whole other level, it was one of the reasons I bought it over something like a 1 series M sport or golf gtd etc, looks just slightly more aggressive and has things like memory seats and so on,

[@MWT95]

I’ve also just bought a a200d premium plus and agree on how awful the basic models look in comparison. Mines in mountain grey with night pack and really stands out above the rest.

[@emilmanoj8841]

@@MWT95 what year is urs? Mine is a 2016 black with black alloys don't think it had the night pack unfortunately since there's that one line of chrome on the window which really sticks out like a sore thumb, planning on getting that wrapped black as well in the future,I've seen that grey on the road a few times it is quite nice tbh 👍

[@MWT95]

@@emilmanoj8841 mines also a 2016, very nice I do like them in black but personally preferred the grey. Yes I’d get that wrapped it would set the car off nicely being all dark. First time having a auto car and really enjoy this. Also as you said the heated seats, memory electric seats and sunroof are a must.

[@emilmanoj8841]

@@MWT95 yep once u get used to MB memory seats there's no going back 🤣

[@juliacrimes7657]

I’ve got A200 AMG Sport on 63 plate. I love it, it’s got a bit of poke when I need it. Stick it in 6th on a long drive a uses hardly any fuel.

[@grenvillephillips6998]

Very good script - definitely a car for keeping up appearances!

[@zainulaabideenmulla]

The B-Class still exists for Mrs Bouquet!

[@evo5dave]

I rented a GLA about 5 years ago, which I assume was an A Class on stilts. It was a hateful little turd. Despised every minute with it.

[@martiniv8924]

LMAO 😂 my Ex wife drives new A Class, my one of 3 daughters drives an A Class (she’s the sensible one, the other two drive a Mini, Fiat 500 and a bottomless pit of money Figaro), my partner drives an A Class all with the Renault engine ...... I hate the windscreen rake and the A pillar’s , spot on review , just about sums them up 👍🏻😎

[@mudskipper0075]

Cheap PCP has made this the entry level into MB motoring,doesn’t mean you should though , Focus is miles better as a drivers car ,never thought I’d see the day when MB used a Renault engine....never feels like a Merc especially with the manual....☹️

[@onelyone6976]

Well AFAIK the A180 petrol also uses a Renault engine, the 1.3 litre turbo from a Clio with 130 hp, and the now discontinued X-class was just a rebadged Nissan Navara. The smart forfour and the Renault tvingo was a codevelopment between Daimler and Renault. Everything mentioned above are products of the Renault-Daimler alliance. Mercedes purists hate it, but the usage of Renault motors increased reliability and decreased emissions

[@tricialyn4645]

You're hilarious, funny and clever. Im not at all sure you need a car to be all that! TY for sharing. Totally rad, again! x

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks so much!

[@adimazga]

Since I've found you channel I've burned through your videos in a few days and now it's like Game of Thrones, you have to wait 'years' between seasons 🤣

[@MrFlyingguy]

he's nicely cynical.... addictively so

[@adimazga]

@@MrFlyingguy yea yea , you'd think there would be no more place for car reviewers between all the Dougs and carwows out there but it seems there's still talent. 👌🏻

[@HighPeakAutos]

Wow, thank you! Haha

[@chriswilkinson3440]

"Retired Battleaxe's" Chortle! Like it.

[@richardhunt6726]

I love how Matt says the diesel engine in the A class is alright but with the same engine in the juke it's as Matt puts is very agricultural lol..the other half loves the juke so cheap too run and ultra reliable just dont dont like 18 inch wheels makes it a bit hard but sat nav reversing camera and so on 20 quid a year to tax 60 plus mpg and plenty of poke with 1.5 diesel for a small car and the dog loves it ...I have a freelander 2 HSE on a 14 plate the dog loves that too

[@markshaz8691]

Considering it has a French engine, it drives all right and agree completely about the battle-axes driving the MK1.

[@iandonkin6762]

Brilliant Ann Widdecombe and Hyacinth Bucket references 😂

[@connor5100]

Another great review! 😀 Any chance of an abarth 595 competizione review?

[@hberryrt5132]

Unlike the badge on an SL or the rest of the Mercedes range, I think the giant one on these gives off a somewhat tacky impression. Are there any premium hatchbacks which you wouldn't describe as a golf with a different badge on? Does a 1 series feel considerably different to drive?

[@MP-Fin]

Thanks for the video mate. Quality as usual. The A-Merc not for me... if I HAD to get a hatchback I’d probably get the cheapest one (Toyota?). When I think of Mercedes I think of S-class, E-class, Geländewagen... Love Hyacinth Bouque though, I have all the episodes on DVD, not ashamed to admit it.

[@1994TINIE]

Had a a180d amg line 2015-2018, put 60k on the clock and not 1 problem, lots of motorway journeys and only problem I ever had were tyres (my fault) overall no complaints

[@rob3018]

Please do review on the used *Toyota MR-2.*

[@alisiddiqui9434]

Had the A200 2015 cdi sport with the white interior was amazing ! 45mpg £20 road tax looked stunning as it’s the sport which was the mid range but looked nice and was pretty nippy was that a french engine too? 2143cc

[@notroll1279]

Again, a very interesting review! Being in my mid-fifties, I hope I'm not quite in Mrs. Bouquet's age bracket yet - but I think you're not doing the MK I and II A-Class justice. I never owned one but their promise was to offer at least as much space as a Golf on the square footage of a Polo without compromising on passive safety - a promise they kept (just had to fix the initial handling issues by throwing in an ESP for free). So they tried to position it as an upmarket safe urban car - and with the double floor, they opened the door to electric mobility as all this space could have been used for batteries. But then, it was mainly the hip replacement crowd that bought them - and in 2012, just when the first Teslas really started entering the market, Mercedes decided to build just another Golf instead, trying to move the more traditional buyers up to the B-Class.... But they gave up on the idea of building something roomy yet superbly compact and very safe, and that's a shame.

[@davidperry3531]

Failing the moose test was the beginning and end of the Mk 1 really, although I don't think you will find a moose in UK, maybe an elk??

[@notroll1279]

@@davidperry3531 I've seen pretty impressive stags in Scotland which I wouldn't want to come through the windscreen, either. The "moose test" was a Swedish test standard - in fact, Saab prided themselves with A-pillars tough enough to withstand incoming deer at high impact speeds...still, if you hit one head on and it wasn't deflected by those A-pillars, you were out of luck. Failing that test was quickly resolved and the initial A-class soldiered on until 2005 so I guess that while it had a bad start but was far from over. It didn't catch on as well as it might have because before the facelift, fit, finish and materials weren't that good and the Golf IV beat it in most comparisons.

[@lewishorsman2219]

Have 3 friends (out of about 40) who have these on finance about 4K deposit and 200+ a month. I on the other hand have a Ford ST and a 2 bed house that’s mine and they live with their parents at nearly 30. Don’t get me wrong their cars are nice but just not worth the lack of self respect.

[@Alexander_l322]

Drug dealers like them I know I’ve seen a good few and I know 3 for definite. Don’t know why they like them but they do!

[@kevint3845]

Yeah right A class Class A, both can get up your nose

[@Alexander_l322]

@@kevint3845 haha true. I don’t do it myself though. I just used to smoke weed.

[@mspolj1]

Around my ex building in East London there were a couple of them in the A class! I guess if you are a young entry level dealer you get an A class and then move up :D

[@richardrichard9631]

Love it.... remember the bad hip 😂

[@simon.revill]

Snow… snow socks or cross climate tyres from my experience definitely have my vote. My rear wheel drive automatic C220 performs better in snow with snow socks, than a front wheel drive car on summer tyres.

[@terrificspokesman7416]

That engine in that A class is used in my neighbours 2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5 DCi 😂. So much for the Mercades badge identity

[@petemartin7589]

More changes than Bruce Jenner! Pmsl, so funny. Love the un pc style reviews, saying what others dare not. I like the A class a lot. My wife bought a 220 cdi last year on a 15 plate. Low mileage and all the goodies, it's a nice car to drive and sits well with the Range Rover Sport and the SL. Just don't stop making these quality reviews. As I said before, your channel and Harry's Garage are the only ones worth watching as far as honest reviews are concerned and entertaining too.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you like them!

[@megapangolin1093]

So true about the nose in the air, I still think that the drivers of any small Merc operate the same way, "I haven't a clue about anything to do with this car, but I know it has a Merc badge on the front so I must be better than anyone else, however rubbish it is". Great video, good to hear about the French engine, says everything about Merc- much ado about nothing... Oh, yes, it senses you are getting tired when your nose begins to droop and isn't so high in the air..