2000 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Avantgarde review from UK and Ireland
"Expensive and dull"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
On collection all tires 15 psi over-pressurized.
Constant squealing from front brakes at low speed.
Brake light switch failed which caused instrument cluster to fail.
Fuel gage constantly under-read: replaced.
Speedometer constantly over-reading: replaced.
Intermittent fault in instrument cluster causing various warning lights to illuminate.
General comments?
Comfortable seating for town/motorway driving.
Good entry/exit for medium to tall drivers.
Very jiggly ride due to short wheelbase.
Expensive for a car of questionable quality.
1600 is underpowered for automatic gearbox.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 99 miles |
| Most recent distance | 10500 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz 220 |
| Date of Entry | 8th September, 2002 |