MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A160 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 AVANTGARDE REV 01

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A160 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 AVANTGARDE REV 01 is a compact five-door hatchback, offering a premium badge in a small, practical package. In the UK market it sits between ordinary superminis and larger family cars, appealing to drivers who want an easy-to-park car with a more upmarket feel. This mycarcheck dataset recorded 32 look-ups covering 23 distinct cars, with an average private-sale valuation of £700. Cars checked averaged 99,000 miles, around 4,000 miles a year, and about three to four previous keepers; these are useful reference points, not a guarantee for any individual example. The A160 suits commuters, couples and households needing five-door access, a raised seating position and city driving; it can serve as a first premium car. Avantgarde trim adds a refined feel, while its compact footprint and roomy-for-its-size cabin help it stand apart from rivals such as the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 23 different vehicles, run between March 1st 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.
32
Lookups
7
Hidden Histories
107k
Average Mileage
£700
Average Valuation