Mercedes A-Class price in Kenya and full review

The Mercedes A-Class is where you should look if you are looking for a hot hatchback, of course, there is the Sedans models available in the A-class, but the lineup is popular for their hatchbacks. Hence, we are going to cover the features of hatchbacks in this lass which are not that different from what you get on the Sedan. Also, we will see the Mercedes A-Class price in Kenya.

Introduction to the Mercedes A-class

This class has been around since 1997, it is manufactured by the Germany Automotive maker, Mercedes Benz. The Mark I and Mark II Mercedes A-class had a very different design from the current generation. Now, you can opt for a Sedan or a hatchback, but as we mentioned we will mainly cover the hatchback in this article.

For luxury Sedans from Mercedes, you can check the C class, E class and the top-level S class. The main competitors include the BMW 1 Series, Volkswagen Golf and the Audi A3.

Mercedes A class price in Kenya

You can not import a car that is older than 8 years to Kenya. You can also buy this car from dealers in major towns in Kenya including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Nairobi. Below are the prices of models of this car that have been used abroad.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of locally used Mercedes A-class.

Mercedes A-class Specifications

The A-class has unique specs that set it out from its competitors, it also lacks other specs that the competitors have. To fully understand the features that this vehicle has to offer, let’s cover them below.

The main trim in the A-class is the Sport, Sports Executive edition, AMG Line Executive Edition, AMG Line Premium Edition and AMG Line Premium Plus Edition. The features will hence vary slightly depending on the trim level that you go for.

1. Mercedes A-Class Exterior

The Mark III generation saw a new design introduced, the vehicle turned from the old design that appealed to older people and it is now a hot hatchback that is appealing even to young drivers.

Here are the exterior specs of the Mercedes A-Class:

• The cars come with 5 doors(two front, two rear and the tailgate)
• The hatchback has a ground clearance of up to 6.3 inches which is not bad compared to the recommended 6.5 inches
• The front grille is not that huge but you get a big Mercedes logo on it
• You also get net looking front air vents at the very bottom on both sides
• The vehicle has alloy wheels as a standard
• The car has LED headlights
• Parking sensors are also available in some models
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. Mercedes A-Class Interior

While the A-Class is from Mercedes, it can not be termed as the most luxurious vehicle, that being said, the is still comfortable and comes with a pack of tech features.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom is great on both rows
• While the headroom is good, tall people will feel it tight
• You get full leather or semi leather seats
• The seats are heated
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, glove box and the seat jacket pockets
• The middle seat has an armrest that includes a storage compartment and cupholders
• While you can carry sizeable luggage in the boot, most of the hatchback competitors beat this car, you can however increase the space by folding the rear seats
• There are also USB and Sockets for charging your devices
• The infotainment system is mounted on top of the dashboard and controlled using a dial pad
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• You get the Apple car play and Android Autom

3. Mercedes A-class Engine specs

The car has a different line of engines, the type of engine is what is used to badge the car, for example, A180, A45,A220, A200, etc.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Mercedes A-class:

• The engine capacities available include 1.6Liter petrol, 1.5Liter turbo diesel engine, 2.1Liter 4 cylinder turbo diesel
• There are diesel, petrol and even hybrid options
• Turbocharged(denoted by CDI for diesel or CGI for petrol) and Supercharged(denoted by Kompressor) options are also available on the above listed engines
• The power given by the engine ranges around 116bhp to 224bhp
• The transmission system in a twin-clutch automatic gearbox or a 6-speed manual
• You can choose between a Rear Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive and a Four Wheel Drive. The most common is the Rear Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption starts at around 5.6L/100km. This also depends on your driving style
• Lastly, Mercedes E Class has a tank capacity of up to 66 Liters most of them being around 43 Liters

The car might not be one of the fun to drive but it still handles. The comfort is also good and you will enjoy even long rides in this vehicle.

If you are looking for a hot hatchback, or you need to get a Mercedes vehicle at a lower price, you should add the A class to your list. The car is a good pick for a small family and fits people across all age groups. The maintenance cost will be high however compared to the popular hatchbacks on our roads.