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Mercedes-Benz A-Class MPV A160 CDI BlueEFF. Classic SE 5dr Review

For Thanks to stop/start technology, this model has the best fuel economy and lowest emissions in the range.

Against This is the cheapest trim in the range - and the only one without alloy wheels - while the refinement is too poor and the price too high compared to the equivalent petrol-powered model.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class MPV

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

The economy alone makes this an attractive package, but the extra it costs over a petrol car and the poor refinement mean it's one of the least desirable models in the range.

What Car? readers say

3.651163


Key facts

0–60mph
15 secs
Top speed
106 mph
Average mpg
62.8
Tank range
747 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

Mercedes' A-Class may not feel as radical as it did when the original version was launched back in 1998, but it's settled into being a classy small family car.

The cleverness has not deserted the A-Class, however, and it packs in as much cabin space as most cars in its sector despite being shorter and easier to park. The tall roof helps with head space, while the flat floor and broad width provide plenty of luggage space in the generous boot.

There's a wide range of engines to choose from and there's also the option of an automatic gearbox with every engine. Trim levels are generous with their equipment.

In general, the A-Class is quiet and hushed at all speeds, but the ride and handling fall some way short of the best in this class due to the firmness of the suspension. We're also not fans of the very light steering feel.

Reader test team says:

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Nick Parfitt

1 out of 5 stars

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