The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A140 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 ELEGANCE ACS REV 01 is a small five-door hatchback with a distinctive tall shape and a premium badge. In the UK used-car market, it sits between an ordinary city car and a compact family hatchback: easy to place in town, yet with useful rear doors and a more upmarket feel than many basic small cars. The Elegance version is aimed at comfort rather than sporty driving. mycarcheck.com records are modest in scale: four look-ups relate to one distinct VIN, so they offer a snapshot rather than a broad model-wide picture. In those records, the average private-sale valuation is £500, with 100,000 miles recorded and annual use averaging 4,000 miles. The average keeper count is 4.25. This A140 suits commuters, couples or first-time buyers seeking practicality; its upright cabin feels often roomier than its footprint, setting it apart from conventional small hatchbacks. It offers an alternative to rivals such as the Ford Fiesta, with a more distinctive shape and Mercedes-Benz appeal.