The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A170L 5DR HATCHBACK 1.7 CDI AVANTGARDE ACS LWB is a compact five-door diesel hatchback, offering a small-car footprint with a taller, more spacious cabin. In the UK market it sits between ordinary city hatchbacks and premium family cars, with Mercedes-Benz branding and a distinctive upright shape. The LWB version brings extra wheelbase room compared with the standard A-Class. Mycarcheck.com records 18 checks covering six distinct VINs, so the sample is useful but modest. The average private-sale valuation was £600, while checked cars averaged 100,000 miles, around 7,000 miles a year, and just over four previous keepers. These figures describe vehicles checked, not a guaranteed current price or a verdict on any individual car; condition, history and maintenance matter especially at this age. It suits commuters and families wanting access, space and diesel range; its unusual packaging stands out against Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf rivals, but inspect carefully.