2000 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A160 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Good overall, but suffers from poor workmanship"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Seat height adjustment has fallen off both front seats. One has been replaced under warranty and arrangements are being made to replace the other.
Something squeaking in the car as it drives over manholes.
Automatic clutch 'grabs' when slowing down in first gear, and changing gears smoothly is suprisingly difficult as there's always a slight 'clunk'.
General comments?
Front dashboard build is not very solid. Press on it and hear the subtle squeaks and groans eminating.
I *really* like this car, the looks, the badge, just everything about it. But after driving just 400km it's already beginning to annoy me in subtle, but important ways.
The design of the height adjustment levers appears to be poor, as a plastic part is used for leverage to turn a metal component. Wearing out is almost inevitable.
I expected a bit more from Mercedes-Benz.
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  | The car is rubbish! |
 | 1999 - A-Class A-160 Classic Plus 1.6liters Solid, well constructed and safe car, with great handling |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 18800 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 19200 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 6th May, 2002 |