Mercedes A-Class 2019 in-depth review

Mercedes A-Class 2019 in-depth review - Carbuyer

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Following up its big-selling predecessor, the new Mercedes A-Class promises to mix sharp style with improved practicality and cutting-edge in-car technology. So how does it all stack up? James Batchelor finds out...
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@joeegg17 5 жыл бұрын

Hilarious ! ! Complaining that the car is fitted with modern usb c sockets . What next ? Complaining there's no tape player ?

@Lyorian 4 жыл бұрын

Cringed every time he complained about type c, what world is he living in.

@WJC1981 4 жыл бұрын

He didnt complain about it in the bmw 1 series

@ericisgod77 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Hes also aware that you can buy cables that have usb-c instead of usb-a? If you're spending 25k+ on a car a few quid for a new cable isn't much

@bovineox1111 Жыл бұрын

Yeah a bit daft but I guess it wasn't apparent usb-c would be so ubiquitous. Crazy to be moaning about the adapter, clearly you just need a new cable ideally, the adapter is a bonus.

@jonathanpaulasargent2024 5 жыл бұрын

I drove the A250 yesterday - very impressed with the drive... So impressed I just ordered the 250!!

@Rottensteam 5 жыл бұрын

How's your experience with it so far?

@moztheroz 4 жыл бұрын

Bought a A250 AMG line the other week. Its fantastic. Hes right, it isnt a golf gti.....thank goodness. It's just a nice change from so much of the same. My only quibble is I got the FWD and not the 4matic. Still handles very well.

@jehtochhh 4 жыл бұрын

@@moztheroz i drive a GTD and i feel attacked HAHAHA

@zeestar5750 5 жыл бұрын

rubbish review clearly you did the review with negativity in your mind already set for the car

@kabelo-2047 4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with that

@eyeso9001 4 жыл бұрын

thats right bro, i own the car and is best in its category

@TheHutchRuns 4 жыл бұрын

I've got the A200 and I love the rorty sound that the engine makes when you're pressing on

@rckrckrck 5 жыл бұрын

Funny how people criticize this car when they can't afford a better one. You all can get a better Mercedes, the problem is, you can't afford it.

@Nero200 5 жыл бұрын

I’m glad he mentioned the screens being an option, Every review shows off them 10inch screens and you don’t even get them on any trim level as standard!... should show how bad the 7inch ones actually look. There terrible.

@williama-d6 5 жыл бұрын

that feature on the sat nav is very good

@davekelders283 4 жыл бұрын

Bought a 2019 Mercedes A200. Going to pick it up next wednesday. Cant wait to proove this review wrong ;) But then again, reviews are personal experiences. Best review for your own is doing a testdrive.

@askme1245 2 жыл бұрын

Any problems with the car, so far?

@davekelders283 2 жыл бұрын

@@askme1245 None so far. Enjoying my time in the merc.

@askme1245 2 жыл бұрын

@@davekelders283 The maintenance is very exensive?

@primsirius 5 жыл бұрын

The more car reviews I watch featuring James Batchelor the more Im convinced he's actually the son of Quentin Wilson. Anyone else agree?

@youngc1982 5 жыл бұрын

Don't think this bloke likes Mercedes...

@MrTrull1 5 жыл бұрын

No. Bored shitless with reading this comment over and over to be honest.

@primsirius 5 жыл бұрын

@@MrTrull1 surprised you spend that long reading KZfaq comments never mind getting so fed up with them you feel the need to reply. Now not only do you get to be bored by the comment but now you get to have notifications about it. You are welcome

@MrTrull1 5 жыл бұрын

R Prime Thank you. You make life bearable.

@RichardSlater 5 жыл бұрын

I wonder if he knows.

@jonathanagg3254 4 жыл бұрын

And this ‘nit picking’ review from someone wearing orange trousers mmmhhh!🥴🙄

@Guilhermesanunes 3 жыл бұрын

i see red not orange

@funnystuffyam4326 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@dustinmorris13 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic!! Loaded with tech that everyone wants. This is definitely a car for the new generation to enjoy driving. Thank goodness it has Type C as most people with new phones will have these.

@ashliehiggins 5 жыл бұрын

Oh no I have to spend £5 on cables for my £35k car.

@AS-ln3pl 5 жыл бұрын

well. If I buy a car for 35K i expect to get a 10-pack of those adapters with it. Why should I hassle with going to the shop to buy them?

@carlopelio 5 жыл бұрын

You wouldn’t need them because premium gadgets have USBC nowadays. You can critize this car for a lot of things but not for the USBC ports IMHO.

@pc-cichlids4077 5 жыл бұрын

@@carlopelio envy my friend.

@pc-cichlids4077 5 жыл бұрын

@@carlopelio you can cleary see by the comments the level of intelegence in this people.

@Sanpedranoazul 5 жыл бұрын

LOL, true!

@martint251 5 жыл бұрын

You absolutely right , my lower part of my feet gets pain when I drive in town and I struggle to seat properly as paddles is offset to the right .

@robertcook2572 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent review, James.

@jackyuehengxu3665 5 жыл бұрын

Very good review! Good job!

@GrrMeister 5 жыл бұрын

The external colour finish shown at 5:09 matches your trousers perfectly, and did you mention that you can select from 64 colours, including RED, for the Fibre-Optic interior display !

@troop73oo 5 жыл бұрын

Don't know what the rest of the review was like but I couldn't get past more than 2 minutes of this silliness.

@steve37ist 5 жыл бұрын

Whats that lever/handle behind the touch pad infront of the storage box between the seats ?

@koushickaraman100 3 жыл бұрын

Is manual gearbox available in this car like it dose in A3 and 1-series

@2506poacher 4 жыл бұрын

My 2020 model (uk 69 plate) is a very nice car , Firstly it's an entry level merc maybe a premium car but it's the start of the marques line of motors and makes a statement , complaining about the lower trim and USB connectors in a car that come with more standard high tech kit than the s class .... is certainly nit picking , owning one (A180 amg line executive) is amazing far better than any other car in its class , I tested bmw 1 series , audi A3 , vw golf , DS4 and none can compare on quality and standard kit overall tbh I am a happy owner.

@astronaut205 5 жыл бұрын

armrest button feels allright..car feels extremely stylish and comfortable with a lot of technology and nice graphics.. the only thing that bothered me is the cheapy feeling on the right-left flash

@klasseact6663 5 жыл бұрын

James is back in the swing!

@watchtheskies 5 жыл бұрын

You know you can buy USB Type-C sticks now

@CptBaker95 5 жыл бұрын

Finally someone else who hates showing door seals! It’s very true they should cover it, it looks cheap my A3 is in the same class and does this.

@loganjones1672 5 жыл бұрын

New 508 review coming any time soon please?

@clairekennedy8767 5 жыл бұрын

I wish this car was offered in the USA because it’s better than GLA

@tonyg7940 5 жыл бұрын

100% better.. I've tested both.

@DersimLondon 5 жыл бұрын

Seen this advertised for lease at £200 a month Mercedes a180d sport with the upgraded 10.25 media display, active park assist, heated seats and mirror package. those upgrades alone are 3k.

@dennisevans7183 5 жыл бұрын

This guy has zero idea or just a Benz hater!! I've test driven the A200 and it was awesome and none of the crap this guy is on about. Also, the engines are petrol not diesel, well in Australia at least. I have the A250 on order and expect it in the next 4 to 6 weeks with all the bells and whistles like the Vision Package, Seat Comfort Package, Key-less-Go, Ambient lighting, AMG Line Package, Driver Assistance Package, Apple Play and MBUX as standard. the A200 I test drove was one of the best experiences I have had in a new car and I've had over 15 new cars in my time on this earth to compare it too. My A250 will be the 1st one in Australia as I per-ordered it back in May 2018 and it hit the production line early this month. I would suggest anyone keen on this vehicle to go and test drive yourself

@MAHDi-ph1wl 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think about it now ? Am looking to get one

@dennisevans7183 2 жыл бұрын

@@MAHDi-ph1wl Best car ever, very happy with it

@chesteringosan7939 3 жыл бұрын

the led light do all a class have that?

@Buzzshot_GW 5 жыл бұрын

Possibly the most bias and untrue review I have ever seen 😂

@staal2595 3 жыл бұрын

What is the true then??☺️

@davidgouyaie8027 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that review is mostly negative.. The real quality of this car is never shown! People says the w176 was too stiff and this gen they focus on ride cruise confort like a benz.. But now its pale in dynamically to the bmw. 🙄.. Some people like it that way.. 😬😅.. By now this guy is driving the amg version A35 or A 45..and regretting this review.

@mohamad9773 5 жыл бұрын

Just swapped my AMG one with sport 180d premium plus The sport seat on AMG really uncomfortable and you feel you have to bend your head to sit on it (you can't sit in upright posture). Normal seat in sport 180 d premium Plus far more comfortable.

@san1122222 5 жыл бұрын

It's interesting that literally everyone is reviewing top of the line packages of A-klasse, which is what most people that actually lease/buy this car can't afford. We're talking about a car that right now costs 400€ a month leased in Sweden, and that's with basic package. The cars reviewed (usually AMG) easily reach double the price, which is easily a c-class price. What's my point? Go for the typical package model, the one with 2 screens and less extras, basically what those aiming that a-class is aimed at can afford. Cheers

@musicalsensesessions6567 5 жыл бұрын

san1122222 great comment

@Mustafafilming 5 жыл бұрын

When you put your foot down it sounds as if you're in Nissan Micra with a CVT.

@ryangunit84 4 жыл бұрын

I’m driving one now. It’s rented for a week. (Vacation car) anyway I love it and he’s not spotted the standard USB ports where the cigarette lighter should be.

@Unboxings13 4 жыл бұрын

Virtuo?

@sparkz227 4 жыл бұрын

Hi does any of the merc models have adaptive cruise control? Thanks

@mindst50mm54 3 жыл бұрын

yes

@YannisPotamitis 5 жыл бұрын

The armrest in the rear seat is an optional extra!!! Ahahaha

@geoffdundee 5 жыл бұрын

was going to buy one but having second thoughts now............cabin noise also sounds excessive

@kirubasudha 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best car in class 🔥🔥🔥 Your review was biased 👎 AClass Is AClass 🥰

@misterPAINMAKER 5 жыл бұрын

Carbuyer !!! When will you review the new Peugeot 508? :)

@chinadollfmd 5 жыл бұрын

If you want quicker performance, use the paddle shifters and red line the engine.

@DutchManticore 5 жыл бұрын

I've had USB-C for over 4 years now. Who owns a €50.000 Mercedes A class, but doesn't have a USB-C phone?!

@albertduncan6365 5 жыл бұрын

James, cracking review, but tone down on the pouting and lip pursing please. It’s not the WI goss session.

@MrDeheed 5 жыл бұрын

To be honest USB C is superb, down with lesser versions!

@Mogsy28uk 5 жыл бұрын

should not be able to see body paint inside -- thats poor, and expected from some brands, but not Merc. They are also taking their sweet time bring the full AMG 35 & 45 to market.

@75KoDe 5 жыл бұрын

Don’t agree with the verdict on the engine in the 250. It accelerates as fast as a GTI but is a lot more comfortable. It just depends on what you want from your car. If you’re after a sporty hatchback go for the GTI or the i30N Performance. I’ve driven all cars and decided to go for the Merc.

@pc-cichlids4077 5 жыл бұрын

good choice same as me.

@dylanthedyslexicvillain4294 5 жыл бұрын

75KoDe does the reliability of the A class not worry you, Mercedes cars in general seem to break down a lot and cost a lot to repair this is the one thing that’s stopping me buying the A250. I’m very close to buying a Hyundai 130 n performance that seems to be the perfect little package and extremely reliable

@loveeuropehatetheeu5271 5 жыл бұрын

He must be getting paid to wear those jeans ffs

@Master-tu4kd Жыл бұрын

Don't like the idea of screens replacing the traditional rev and speed dials. It would spoil the whole experience of driving.

@CarsofGlasgow 5 жыл бұрын

I like the red on that!

@doom7857 5 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to buy this car in 10 years time.

@ianhowroydishmanu1969 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Can you do a video on the A250e hatchback AMG line please 🙏

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

We've done a review on the plug-in hybrid GLA, which uses much of the same technology, have you seen that?

@thewoodmilladmin8789 5 жыл бұрын

When you asked "Tell me a joke" I was half hoping the A.I would reply "You" in Queens English Lol hahaha #jzkidding

@RGV250FORSALE 5 жыл бұрын

Bare paint/metal showing on the inside of door frames would stop me from buying a car - especially a premium branded car like a Merc. BMW, Audi, even Ford and Citroen with it's DS range have plastic cowls over the window frames giving a far nicer finish to the door. There really isn't any excuse for this other than blatant cost cutting - and if they cost cut to this level - then what else that you can't see is being trimmed back on as well.

@duderu4real94 3 жыл бұрын

Why would lose the adapter if it’s stays in the car 🤦🏽‍♂️

@RichardSlater 5 жыл бұрын

Bit of a weird review this. There was a camera mistake when looking at the boot where it cut scenes. Some muddled up words and seem to change direction abruptly. Appreciate the review though and agree that there shouldn't be metal showing there.

@eyeeyeful 4 жыл бұрын

I agree...money is better spent on a focus and some nice extras. Merc do good e class and above.

@ricardofarinha8922 4 жыл бұрын

Unless you need some fuel sloshing in your trips and daily commute, avoid the new A Class (W177)! It's a prblem that the Mercedes doesn't have a solution for and doesn't seem to be worried to find one too. Some local dealers even called it a characteristic.

@enesatik9200 5 жыл бұрын

yes body color in door frame is very worthy

@exex9378 2 жыл бұрын

Personally I love that colour, don’t seem to see many red ones

@jezstokes8592 5 жыл бұрын

Good review but car isn’t really a comfortable cruiser if you are sat with your body twisted due to offset pedals. I had a 3 series like that - gave me backache

@itmustbelove08 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Mercedes.....Why does she say how can I help you but the display on the dashboard says how may I help you?

@ustradingdiary 5 жыл бұрын

2300 for two 10 inches tablet. benz surely know how to make money...

@voodootfs 5 жыл бұрын

You don't just get the upgraded screens, you get a lot more.

@xenongames7533 5 жыл бұрын

That option will be worth 230 pound in 10 years and even then it would be just about reasonable priced 😆😆

@chrisabbott683 5 жыл бұрын

Jun Long Lu The idea that the upgraded screens are “really worth it” is absolute madness. Are we really being told that to get a decent instrument binnacle we have to add over £2k to the already high price? Ridiculous. Spot on about the painted door frame being visible from the interior. I accept that on my other half’s £16k Ibiza but my £30k 1-series has trim there to hide it.

@seylannaidoo8929 5 жыл бұрын

you think that's bad, look at the opions list for a Porsche. It is ridiculous.

@XzzVttll 5 жыл бұрын

great. go buy than 2008 ford focus

@RedPMD 2 жыл бұрын

1:38 I like to see the body colour of my car actually so it's a good thing for me as I'm reminded what I'm sat in and what colour I chose :3

@knumbugs 5 жыл бұрын

I was all set for getting this car. After hearing about the steering and pedals... not anymore

@IH-wp1be 5 жыл бұрын

Mat , I really need your review on this carwow channel ..

@augustov21 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing car! The best premium compact

@tsscorp 5 жыл бұрын

I like the fact that Mercedes is criticized about some of its choices on the car. The painted metal on the door is ridiculous at this price. Also the extra armrest of the backseats is annoying. Nice and interesting review.

@GrrMeister 5 жыл бұрын

BRAKES GRABBY ? (12:00) Probably need 'bedding in a little' I would presume they are the same as on my W245 B200 CDi AMG which are superb, the best brakes I have ever experienced on any car, once needed on German Autobahn when travelling at 141 MPH and someone pulled out - no problem.

@eskara23 5 жыл бұрын

Mercedes are relying heavily on the new infotainment system it seems. I really wish they addressed interior comfort over all else though. The previous generation was terrible quality wise and felt claustrophobic.

@lukebrimmy 4 жыл бұрын

Reaper__23 trust me if you sit in the back you won’t find a problem he’s just being super over-nit picky

@gunterrr2302 5 жыл бұрын

It's refreshing to watch an honest review of the new A-class, keep it up James!

@ronpower7790 5 жыл бұрын

The next Golf and A3 will be still the benchmark. Don't know if the Merc badge and the advanced infotainment would make me buy one.

@scoopermg8226 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome VAG products. With their class trailing 3 year warranty, oil burning tsi engines, nothing-as-standard spec, diesels tested on monkeys, flaky DSG 'boxes and co2 cheat software. But hey! They have felt in the cubby holes! Mint!

@tomjardine100 5 жыл бұрын

Ron Power The new golf will be the same old shape, overpriced for what it is and probably full of recalls and faults. But, it has the VW badge so people will,buy it

@ronpower7790 5 жыл бұрын

@@tomjardine100 I would rather say the Golf is a grwon up car with an rather timeless design. I had a Golf 6 for 5 years in the past and it never made any problems. Also the interior quality was great.

@titoyolo240 5 жыл бұрын

*Golf will still be the benchmark because A. It's larger and essentially the same as an A3, which means you're happy getting ripped off. B. A3 is neither here nor there. It's not bigger than a Passat, the brand's no prestige either, so why would anything choose that

@tomjardine100 5 жыл бұрын

tito yolo VW is seen more premium than a Ford or Vauxhall in the Uk, at least

@VervBav 5 жыл бұрын

Never liked the A class stylingwise, this one has a nice infotainment system, but at a cost... I guess the driver's entry is as bad as the GLA, it is just made to small..

@maxcopen4676 5 жыл бұрын

Way to go James - you are a legend!

@MrTrull1 5 жыл бұрын

Bonus points for the correct shade of trouser red, although I have to say my eyes are bleeding.

@korgond 5 жыл бұрын

Great review.

@petercavellini3232 5 жыл бұрын

Love the Satnav!...BMW!! Are you listening?!😎

@bosse641 5 жыл бұрын

Great review. Thanks.

@paultaylor9652 5 жыл бұрын

Lovely Jubbly, a reviewer who doesn't mind criticising a German brand, brilliant. They can't all be great car after all, can they.

@expert_procrastinator 5 жыл бұрын

Nice review James! Very balanced 👍 The A-class seems very much Emperors New Clothes. But that dash - WOW!

@BrialMusic 3 жыл бұрын

This guy looks like one of those people you wanna punch in the face for no reason 😂. I drove the car and it's absolutely brilliant. It's great looking, interior is very good, infotainment is one of the best in the industry, tech wise it has everything you might need. Drives well too although sometimes yoi can feel a bit disconected from the road but very comfy either way. The boot is and back seats are also really good in terms of size. Definitely my next car. Otherwise I would get the XC40

@gauravkansal9192 5 жыл бұрын

Carbuyer ditches its glovebox - bag of crisps test after carwow made fun of it in its xc40 review.!! :D :D :D

@unknown-hl4bj 5 жыл бұрын

@James Batchelor yes they did. Have a fight with Mat. A fight with 2 Toyota Aygo on a football field and a huge ball. :D

@titoyolo240 5 жыл бұрын

i'm sorry, did i hear a torsion bar, in a mb? comon daimler you guys are not vw audi

@hraklisbakalopoulos269 5 жыл бұрын

Yes exactly..we used to have a Merc and an Audi a few years back...Audi is better nowadays...

@13mowe 2 жыл бұрын

No mention of either in sports mode of comfort mode 🤦

@manassehnixon8332 5 жыл бұрын

Im so confused is it 2k18 or 2k19 coz carwow says its 2k19 lmao

@docholliday4292 5 жыл бұрын

The 1.5 Diesel was Co developed with Renault! lol, Well which ever pratt buys one will not care as long as that Merc badge is on it.

@H4M24UK 5 жыл бұрын

I test drove this couple of weeks ago, absolutely awful. It's so low to the ground good luck going over bumps without causing queues.

@neb4587 3 жыл бұрын

But I can guarantee you'd complain if it was higher up because you'd say it was too much like a crossover and go on a rant about manufacturers making SUVs and all that crap.

@rob3018 5 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the A-Class won't take the premium hatch crown, any time soon. I drove this car last week, and came away bitterly disappointed! This Mercedes is certainly no hot hatch and rivals, (BMW 1 series & Audi A3) are much better to drive; in my opinion... The only consolation here, is that James' red trousers complimented the car!

@dimitrisribery 5 жыл бұрын

Roberto Nice What didn’t you like specifically?

@NeoGee 5 жыл бұрын

The market will be even more competitive when Volvo introduces it's 20 series, especially if continues with Volvo's recent trend high quality vehicles.

@nickhickson8738 5 жыл бұрын

Complemented, surely?

@robcaptain3507 5 жыл бұрын

You saved yourself a lot if grief!! Trust me..

@t-bone9239 5 жыл бұрын

Of course this is not a hot hatch, wait for the AMG. But I root for the new A3 or 1series anyway because I dont like Mercs that much

@01thistledoo 5 жыл бұрын

More negative than need be. Nit picking for an entry level car with so much tech is almost unforgivable. He even complained about the body colour showing itself internally.

@evaannarcelo4759 5 жыл бұрын

I love the latesst A-Class!!!! Hope and pray that we (my husband and I) can own one A-class!!! God bless us all! God will provide! Amen.

@drzg4785 5 жыл бұрын

Eva Ann Arcelo .. u need to get a good job first only then u can dream of owning an A class..

@RedPMD 2 жыл бұрын

God does not exist. I paid upfront.

@MrTerryb1956 4 жыл бұрын

yes the body colour clashes your trousers thats rather disappointing too

@firaskhemir2199 5 жыл бұрын

Ohh man that new kia cerato looks very cool

@trustgtr33 5 жыл бұрын

pretty, eye candy interior...great materials outside, low quality components underneath..4 years later everything will break..all be left is that pretty interior

@neb4587 3 жыл бұрын

Na the exterior materials are bad. The metal doesn't even start until you get to the doors. That being said, I still love it.

@rc666 5 жыл бұрын

So Germans can be funny, at a cost.

@sinang6475 5 жыл бұрын

The new MBUX can do much more than a joke, could have went more into Detail of that one tho

@th-l8936 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Batch!

@brianallan9035 5 жыл бұрын

Agree that the red painted interior widow frames look cheap. Audi A3 shows how it should be done. Sat in one of these in a showroom and the centre of one of the rear air vents fell off. Poor assembly quality put me off considering this car.