The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (2005-08) A180 3DR HATCHBACK 2.0 CDI ELEGANCE SE AUTO is a compact premium hatchback, offering Mercedes-Benz comfort in a smaller, easier-to-park package. It sits above basic city cars for cabin quality, while remaining more practical and affordable to run than many larger prestige models in Britain. With 21 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 14 distinct VINs, the sample offers a useful snapshot, though it is modest. Checked examples averaged 97,000 miles and 5,000 miles a year, with nearly four previous keepers; the average private-sale valuation was £1,300. These figures are guideposts, not a price promise for every car. The diesel A180 suits commuters and couples wanting a car, with three-door styling and a raised cabin that feels distinctive among hatchbacks. It can be an alternative to a BMW 1 Series or Audi A3, prioritising refinement; check service history, condition and running costs before buying an older automatic.