2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220 Real-World Test: Two Years With an Entry-Level Merc

To see what it's like to live with a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220, we've put one in our long-term fleet, which in this case means holding onto it for two years and counting. Our staffers have been filling up the logbook with comments on everything from road trips to reliability. Here's the latest news on our long-term A 220.

2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220: Real-world fuel economy

In the beginning of our test of the A 220, we averaged 24.6 mpg, which is just above the EPA's city estimate for the Mercedes. We're up to 25.2 mpg after 15,000 miles, but that's still well below the combined estimate of 28 mpg. Some highway trips should help things improve.

Average lifetime mpg: 25.4
EPA mpg rating: 28 combined (24 city/35 highway)
Best fill mpg: 35.0
Best range: 423.0 miles
Current odometer: 15,072 miles

Read more real-world fuel economy updates about our 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220.

2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220: Performance

While the A 220 looks sporty, especially with the AMG wheels and the dual exhaust, the 188-horsepower engine is lacking. The acceleration is adequate for on-ramps and the occasional dash away from the lights, but it's not enough for passing maneuvers on the highway when you're fully loaded. Put four passengers in this thing and you'll be wishing for more power on a long uphill grade, too. If you're on a solo road trip, it's not too bad, but if you were taking your family on regular vacations in the A-Class, you might want more giddy-up.

Read more performance updates and impressions about our 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220.

Edmunds says

We're on the road all the time in our 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220, which means the logbook is brimming with our latest unvarnished opinions. Come along for the ride at our 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220 long-term test page.