The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A160 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 CDI AVANTGARDE is a small five-door Mercedes hatchback, aimed at buyers seeking a compact car with an upmarket badge. Its tall, upright shape is easy to place in town and gives the cabin a roomier feel than many similarly sized hatchbacks, while staying manageable to park. Mycarcheck.com has three look-ups across three different VINs for this exact version, so its figures are indicators rather than broad market averages. The checks show an average private-sale valuation of £800, recent recorded mileage of 96,000 miles and about 4.3 previous keepers; recorded annual mileage averages 1,000 miles per year. That low annual figure deserves caution: the sample is small. The A160 suits commuters and small households wanting an easy-to-drive city car with Mercedes character. Against mainstream rivals, its tall design and premium feel stand out, but age makes condition and service history important today.