Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2013–2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0 Petrol Automatic W176. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Jerky pull-away, shunting in traffic, a thump selecting reverse when cold, or delayed drive engagement.
Pull away gently from a stop, creep in slow traffic, then select reverse after a short drive.
£1,800
Buzzing through the cabin at idle, a heavier thump when selecting drive or reverse, and a generally harsher feel.
Let it idle in gear with the brake held, then move between drive and reverse once warm.
£500
Burning-oil smell after a drive, light smoke from the engine bay, or oily residue around the top of the engine.
Warm the car fully, stop, then lift the bonnet after a short drive.
£650
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2013–2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0 Petrol Automatic W176, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually