Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse 177 A 220, 190 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch (2018–2019)

Research for this car

• Generation guide Mercedes-Benz A-Class W177 (2018-2025): known problems and buying guide

  A middling buy with many recalls. Ask for proof that the brake and ESP campaigns were done, then test-drive the gearbox.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. Ask a Mercedes dealer to check open campaigns by VIN. Check the brake fluid level and look for wet fluid at the rear brake hoses. Bad: low fluid, a wet hose, or no record of the 2018 rear-axle repair.
2. Press the brake pedal at a standstill. It should feel firm and not move sideways. Bad: a hard or loose pedal, or no record of the brake-pedal campaign.
3. Look for a brake or ESP warning light. A scanner reads ESP and ABS (anti-lock brakes) fault codes. Bad: a warning, or no record of the ESP unit replacement. Needs a scanner.
4. Ask for proof that the air conditioning drain-hose campaign was done. Run the A/C and check that it cools and the car starts without warnings. Bad: no proof, or electrical warnings. Needs a scanner for electrical fault memory.
5. On a cold test drive, pull away gently at low speed. Bad: jerks, a gearbox warning or limp mode (reduced power). A scanner reads gearbox fault codes.
6. Look around the turbocharger and its feed pipe for oil. Bad: oil on the turbo or its pipe.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions