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USED 2019

2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

A220 sedan AWD 2.0-liter 4 (188 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 7-speed

Retail Value: $19575 ~ $27375

Trade-in Value: $16620 ~ $24590

MSRP: $32800 ~ $44950

2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Most Mercedes-Benzes give their owners industry-leading comfort and technology. The cost of that experience is an expensive base price with expensive options and below-average reliability. The brand produces a wide variety of vehicles for the U.S., including coupes, station wagons, sedans, convertibles, and even two-seat sports cars. Its two- and three-row SUVs that we’ve tested have powerful engines and interiors that are roomy and quiet. Generally, Mercedes-Benz fit and finish, inside and out, is exceptional and helps justify prices. Mercedes-Benz’s EVs range from compact to large three-row SUVs. Across the lineup, controls for the complex climate and infotainment systems aren’t as intuitive as we find in other luxury vehicles. Like most European luxury brands, used Mercedes-Benzes can have expensive out-of-warranty repairs, although Consumer Reports has found used models with above-average reliability.

The A-Class compact sedan is Mercedes’s most affordable entry. It comes with either front- or all-wheel drive and is powered by a 188-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that’s mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This combo is noticeably hesitant off the line, but once underway it delivers good power for most situations. Handling is quite nimble but the ride is overly stiff. While the front seats are comfortable, adults won’t want to sit in the tight rear seat for long. Fit and finish throughout the cabin is very good, but Mercedes’ latest infotainment system is distracting to use, and it’s too easy to accidentally brush the small, touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel. Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection are standard.


Car Specifications

Air Pollution Score5
EPA City MPG25
EPA Combined MPG28
EPA Highway MPG33
Front Head Room2.5
Front Leg Room43.0
Front Shoulder Room55.0
Greenhouse Gas Score6
Height57
Length179
Luggage2+1
Max Load950
Max Seating Capacity5
Rear Head Room2.5
Rear Leg Room27.5
Rear Shoulder Room53.0
SmartwayNo
Weight3425
Wheel Base107
Width71

Fuel Economy Specifications

Annual Fuel Consumption (Gal)445.0
Annual Fuel Cost (Dollar)1810.0
Cruse Range (Miles)360

Ratings

Primary Car TypeSedans & Hatchbacks

Test Results

Acceleration 0-60 MPH (secs)7.3
Avoidance Speed (MPH)53.0
Braking from 60 MPH (ft)130
City MPG17
Highway MPG43
Overall MPG27