Hatchback · 2013–2018

Mercedes-BenzA-Class

W176 made the A-Class a stylish hatch rather than a box. A45 AMG is the weapon; AMG Line is the popular trim.

Best for: Style-focused premium hatch buyers.

Indicative running costs ~£2,238–£3,232 / year

Power: 156 hp
Economy: 42–50 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 285–395 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

Engine oil

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Mercedes-Benz A-Class at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,238–£3,232 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1055/yr @ 50 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£360–£520 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£200–£360 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

10 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
A180 / A180d Entry petrol/diesel. 1.5–1.6 · 45–65 mpg	1.5–1.6	109–136 hp	45–65 mpg	~£195*
A200 / A200d Volume models. 1.3–2.1 · 42–60 mpg	1.3–2.1	136–150 hp	42–60 mpg	~£195*
A220 / A220d Stronger engines. 2.0 · 40–55 mpg	2.0	177–190 hp	40–55 mpg	~£195*
AMG Line Most wanted trim — not A35/A45. Various · 40–55 mpg	Various	136–190 hp	40–55 mpg	~£195+*
AMG Line Premium / Plus Bigger kit stacks. Various · 40–55 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	40–55 mpg	~£195+*
A250 / A250e PHEV Fast petrol or plug-in. 2.0 / PHEV · Variable	2.0 / PHEV	211–218 hp	Variable	~£195*
A35 AMG Baby AMG — 4MATIC. 2.0 turbo · 32–38 mpg	2.0 turbo	302 hp	32–38 mpg	~£195+*
A45 / A45 S AMG Hyperhatch. Specialist only. 2.0 turbo · 30–35 mpg	2.0 turbo	360–415 hp	30–35 mpg	~£195+*
7G-DCT automatic Service history critical for shudder. DCT · Varies	DCT	Various	Varies	~£195*
W177 (2018+) Progressive / Exclusive Newer gen — MBUX era. Various · 35–55 mpg	Various	136–415 hp	35–55 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.6 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressureOften ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

OilUsually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used A-Class

17G-DCT dual-clutch service history
2A45: specialist only
3Check camshaft adjuster noise from cold

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

7G-DCT dual-clutch service and shudder
Camshaft adjuster and timing chain noise
Air conditioning evaporator and drain issues

Mercedes-Benz A-Class FAQs

Is a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,238–£3,232 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Mercedes-Benz A-Class need?

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Mercedes-Benz A-Class take?

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Mercedes-Benz A-Class problems?

Buyers most often watch for: 7G-DCT dual-clutch service and shudder; Camshaft adjuster and timing chain noise. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Mercedes-Benz manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Guides & tools

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN