MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (2005-08) A160 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 CDI CLASSIC SE

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (2005-08) A160 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 CDI CLASSIC SE is a compact five-door diesel hatchback, offering Mercedes-Benz branding in a practical, easy-to-park package. It sits between small family hatchbacks and city cars, with a taller cabin and useful access for everyday journeys and longer trips as well. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 291 checks covering 123 different VINs, a useful snapshot rather than a guarantee about every car. Its observed examples average £1,000 in private-sale value and 115,000 miles, with annual mileage around 6,000 and nearly five previous keepers. These figures suggest checking each car’s history and condition carefully. The A160 CDI suits commuters and couples seeking a compact car for regular journeys, while five doors make it suitable for a household. Against mainstream rivals, it offers a premium badge and upright, roomy feel. Check age, upkeep and condition carefully: this Mercedes is best judged car by car.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 123 different vehicles, run between February 20th 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
291
Lookups
54
Hidden Histories
124k
Average Mileage
£1,000
Average Valuation