New A-Class becomes available in South Africa
By: Blessing Mkhabela
The Mercedes Benz has always been the best regarding quality and style. The new A-Class is
equipped with the latest generation of MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience), as you would get in the new C-Class and the good news is that the A-Class remains available both as a hatchback and a sedan.
The Mercedes A-Class has come a long way since the early days. First, it was introduced in 1997 as a scaled-down MPV-type vehicle, that has now grown over the years into a more conventional prestigious hatchback that would delight image-conscious buyers.
Check this out, the new A-Class conveys power and dynamism, there are subtle revisions to the
exterior that include adaptive LED headlights for every model in the range, while LED tail lights are also standard. The new rear diffuser and the standard LED rear lights ensure a fascinating and emotionally appealing appearance by both day and night. The high-class exterior is perfectly
complemented by an attractive choice of exterior paintwork: A variety of non-metallic/metallic and MANUFAKTUR paint finishes are available.
There’s a smoother nose, although the change is subtle. The model range covers all individualization wishes: even in the base variant of the new A-Class, Mercedes-Benz offers a high-quality comfort seat whose new, three-dimensionally embossed ARTICO upholstery further highlights the sportiness of the vehicle.
The Progressive trim level offers three different interior colours: black, a luxurious-looking beige, and the new, zeitgeisty sage grey. A new, dark carbon-fiber look trim element further enhances both the instrument panel and the doors in these models. The AMG Line is designed for performance and features bright brushed aluminum trim and red contrasting topstitching in the ARTICO/MICROCUT seats.
What we like the most about the new A -class is that the telematics system has been revised and
impresses with its new design and improved performance. Of course, connectivity with smartphones is possible via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto wireless, and for further connectivity, an additional USB-C port has been added and the USB charging capacity increased once again.
Overall the new A-Class has also been given an update in terms of safety assistance. With the
upgrade of the Driver Assistance Package, for example, the control of the Lane Keeping Assist is
much more comfortable by using the Active Steering Control. The next generation of the Parking Package supports longitudinal parking and offers, among other things, 360-degree visualisation for camera-assisted parking using 3D images. . If you’re after a comfortable car that dazzles with its infotainment kit and its luxurious interior, then the A-Class might well be a pick of the class for you.
The pricing includes a 5-year/100,000 km with Premium Drive Platinum service and maintenance plan
A 200 Hatch 7G-DCT -R796, 560
A 200 Sedan 7G-DCT -R851, 560
A 200 d Sedan 8G-DCT -R920, 299
