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Used 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a compact entry-level luxury car available in two trim levels: A 220 and AMG A 35. The A 220 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (188 horsepower, 221 lb-ft of torque) paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive (Mercedes calls it 4Matic) is optional.

The AMG A 35 uses a similar setup, but engine power rises to 302 hp and 295 lb-ft. All-wheel drive is standard here.

A 220
The base trim A 220 comes nicely equipped with standard features that include:

  • LED headlights
  • 18-inch wheels
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Push-start ignition

Interior features include:

  • Simulated leather upholstery
  • Power-adjustable front seats with memory function
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • Customizable ambient cabin lighting

Standard technology and safety features include:

  • 7-inch touchscreen display
  • Touchpad controller
  • Digital gauge cluster display
  • Mercedes' MBUX infotainment interface
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
  • Blind-spot monitor (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
  • Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)

AMG A 35
Besides a more powerful engine and all-wheel drive, the AMG A 35 adds:

  • 18-inch AMG wheels
  • Sport suspension
  • 10.25-inch infotainment display
  • Bigger driver information display

The A 220 and AMG A 35 offer abundant options, both à la carte and bundled in packages. Highlights include:

  • Driver Assistance package
    • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the A-Class and the car in front
    • Lane keeping assist (steers the A-Class back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
    • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
    • Enhanced blind-spot monitoring (can steer the A-Class to help avoid a collision with a vehicle in your blind spot)
  • Parking Assistance package
    • 360-degree surround-view system (uses cameras in all four directions to compose a single image of the car's surroundings)
    • Front and rear parking sensors
    • Automated self-parking system (can self-park in, and leave, parallel and perpendicular parking spaces)
  • Premium package
    • 10.25-inch infotainment display and bigger driver information display (A 220)
    • Auto-dimming rearview and side mirrors
    • Power-folding side mirrors
    • Keyless entry
  • Multimedia package
    • Navigation system
    • MBUX Interior Assistant (controls various menu functions with touchless hand and arm gestures performed near the display)
  • Multicontour front seats with adjustable lumbar, side and shoulder support
  • Sport front seats (AMG A 35)
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Head-up display
  • Upgraded Burmester sound system

Which A-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?

Of the two A-Class trim levels, the AMG A 35 is the more thrilling to drive. But considering its significant price increase, we think the standard A 220 will satisfy most buyers. While its considerable options list won't get you more speed, it offers plenty of comfort, safety, style and tech upgrades. The Premium package's keyless entry and upgraded display screens make it a top choice, and the advanced driving aids in the Driver Assistance package are ideal for reducing fatigue and enhancing safety.

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A-Class A 220
A-Class A 220 4MATIC
A-Class AMG A 35
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2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
optional
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
188 hp @ 5,500 rpm
188 hp @ 5,500 rpm
302 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Engine torque
221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm
221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
205/55R17
205/55R17
235/40R18
Wheel size
17 X 6.5-in
17 X 6.5-in
18 X 8.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
standard
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
25 / 36 / 29 MPG
25 / 34 / 28 MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.5 gal.
13.5 gal.
13.5 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
338 / 486 miles
338 / 459 miles
297 / 392 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
36.1 ft.
36.1 ft.
36.1 ft.
Curb weight
3,285 lb.
3,395 lb.
3,461 lb.
Ground Clearance
4.3 in.
4.3 in.
3.6 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
78.4 in.
78.4 in.
78.4 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.7 in.
70.7 in.
70.7 in.
Height
56.9 in.
56.9 in.
55.6 in.
Length
179.1 in.
179.1 in.
179.5 in.
Wheelbase
107.4 in.
107.4 in.
107.4 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
8.6 cu. ft.
8.6 cu. ft.
8.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.3 in.
40.3 in.
40.3 in.
Front Leg Room
41.8 in.
41.8 in.
41.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.1 in.
55.1 in.
55.1 in.
Rear Head Room
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.9 in.
33.9 in.
33.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, leatherette
Black w/DINAMICA w/Red Stitching, leatherette/suede
Titanium Grey/Black, leather
Black, leather
Bahia Brown, leather
Macchiato Beige, leatherette
Neva Grey/Black, leatherette
Classic Red/Black, leather
Black, leatherette
Black w/DINAMICA w/Red Stitching, leatherette/suede
Titanium Grey/Black, leather
Black, leather
Bahia Brown, leather
Macchiato Beige, leatherette
Neva Grey/Black, leatherette
Classic Red/Black, leather
Black w/DINAMICA w/Red Stitching, leatherette/suede
Titanium Grey/Black, leather
Black, leather
Bahia Brown, leather
Neva Grey/Black, leatherette
Classic Red/Black, leather
Exterior
Mojave Silver Metallic
Night Black
Mountain Grey Metallic
Polar White
Cosmos Black Metallic
Digital White Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Patagonia Red Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Night Black
Mountain Grey Metallic
Polar White
Cosmos Black Metallic
Digital White Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
Iridium Silver Metallic
Patagonia Red Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Night Black
Mountain Grey Metallic
Polar White
Cosmos Black Metallic
Digital White Metallic
Denim Blue Metallic
designo Mountain Grey Magno
Iridium Silver Metallic
Patagonia Red Metallic