Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2018–2022 car dimensions: 4549 mm long, 1796 mm wide and 1446 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,445 kg. Braked towing is 1,600 kg.
The cabin centres on MBUX with twin 7-inch screens as standard (10.25-inch pair optional), touchpad and steering-wheel controls, plus standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Dual-zone climate control is standard. Cruise control is standard. adaptive DISTRONIC versions sit in option packages. Active Brake Assist provides standard automatic emergency braking. A rearview camera is standard. Blind Spot Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist are optional or package-dependent, as are parking sensors via PARKTRONIC and Active Parking Assist. The result is a modern, connected interior with solid basic driver aids and scope to add more advanced ones.
The sedan boot holds 420 litres with seats up. The 40/20/40-split rear seats fold to expand capacity to around 1210 litres for longer items.
Braked towing capacity is 1600 kg on most A 220 versions (1800 kg on some 4MATIC models). unbraked is typically 750 kg. Payload is in the region of 530 kg depending on exact specification and kerb weight.
No heavy-duty cooling is listed. Sport or lowered suspension appears with the AMG Line. adaptive damping is optional. The car suits light trailer work and everyday loads rather than heavy commercial duty.
Power front seats with memory and extendable thigh support come standard, along with dual-zone climate control. A panoramic roof is standard. Heated and ventilated front seats plus multicontour seats with bolster adjustment are optional, as is a heated steering wheel. The cabin feels roomy for the class with supportive seats and a modern digital layout.
Premium unleaded fuel. EPA 24 city/35 hwy/28 combined mpg for FWD A 220.
ASSYST PLUS flexible service intervals based on driving conditions, typically alternating Service A and B.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating with 96% adult occupant, 91% child occupant, 92% vulnerable road users, 75% safety assist.
Standard Active Brake Assist, ATTENTION ASSIST, ESP, and rearview camera.
The A 220 runs on premium unleaded and returns 24 city, 35 highway and 28 combined mpg in FWD form according to EPA figures. 4MATIC versions are close at similar combined ratings.
Servicing uses the ASSYST PLUS system that calculates intervals from actual use rather than fixed mileage alone. Service A and Service B alternate, covering oil changes, filters, fluids and inspections as indicated on the dash.
Crash testing produced a full five-star Euro NCAP result, the strongest overall score among cars tested that year. Adult protection scored 96 percent. Standard kit includes radar-based Active Brake Assist for collision mitigation, ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness monitoring, stability control and a rearview camera. Optional packages add blind-spot, lane-keeping and adaptive cruise functions.
Daily living is straightforward with the dual-clutch transmission and available 4MATIC. Keep up with the displayed service prompts and the car remains easy to maintain as an entry luxury sedan.
Length 4549 mm, Width 1796 mm, Height 1446 mm, Wheelbase 2729 mm (A-Class 2018–2022)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Media press release, media.mbusa.com 2019 A 220 specs, auto-data.net V177 A 220 4MATIC.