Mercedes-Benz A-Class Discontinued in the U.S. After 2022

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is America’s final version of this entry-level luxury sedan that has only lasted a few years in our market.

While we are more than aware of our obsession with trucks and SUVs, this starter Merc was only around for four model years. The SUV and truck craze caused such a car to disappear so quickly. When the A-Class launched, it was aimed at younger buyers on a budget and slapped with a $30,000 price tag, making it a bargain luxury car. This car’s small size and non-SUV build didn’t help it sell any better than that low price point.

The Uphill Battle Beat the A-Class Down

Fighting uphill is never the best option. Every movie, military strategist, and even common sense tells us this. It’s much easier to fight from a position of strength. Unfortunately, this little Mercedes-Benz sedan never found that spot on the hill. It entered the North American market at the same time as many compact SUVs, which already had a strong following. This little car was doomed from the start, but it only took four years to put it to rest. The launch year of 2019 was its best sales year, with 17,641 models sold, but the sales numbers dropped like a rock after that initial offering.

Should You Buy a 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan?

The last word in that question might turn you away. The A-Class is a sedan, but it’s still a car made by the same people that give you the S-Class and the G-Wagen. For decades, Mercedes-Benz has been one of the top names in the luxury car market. If you’re looking for a small luxury car to be your first, your last, or anything in between, you could do a lot worse than the A-Class sedan.

When you see this car you’ll find the styling, luxurious qualities, and elegance you expect from Mercedes-Benz are part of the package, but it’s a much smaller package. The modest price point gives you a car that looks great and brings you where you want to go. Why not drive in luxury during your daily commute? For about $35,000, you can do just that in the A-Class.

Some Pros and Cons of the A-Class

Before we get deep into what this car offers, here are just a few quick pros and cons to think about.

Pros

• Engaging driving dynamics
• Upscale, high-tech interior
• Affordable starting price
• Excellent fuel mileage

Cons

• Small trunk and rear seats
• Firm ride

With that out of the way, let’s dive a little deeper into this compact Merc.

The Drive Doesn’t Match the Price

The low price of this car doesn’t take anything away from the impressive driving dynamics you’ll find. This car drives like a Mercedes should, giving you the dynamic feeling you want, a peppy engine, and plenty of highway speed where you need it. The firmness of the ride is perfect for carving up corners, which you’ll do using the sharp handling and impressive suspension. This is a car you want to drive, especially if you want to see what it can do.

Get Comfortable in the Front of the A-Class

The front seats are ideal for enjoying a drive in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. The rear seats are a bit cramped but can fit two people when you must. Look around the cabin; you’ll see premium materials, upscale design, an impressive package of standard features, a large panoramic moonroof, and comfortable seats covered in MB-Tex simulated leather. This is a car you can get used to driving every day.

It’s Just a bit Edgier

Why not give a small sedan plenty of personality? The Mercedes-Benz brand is known for being kind of stuffy, but this small sedan targets younger buyers. Because of that, sharp exterior design elements give this car the look and feel you want. Admire the sleek body lines, check out the sharp LED lights in the front and rear, and see how the 18-inch wheels finish the package. This sporty small sedan can easily make you want to take it out on the roads for a drive.

Features You’ll Love in the A-Class

A 220 (base model)

• Panoramic moonroof
• LED headlights and taillights
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• MB-Tex synthetic leather upholstery
• 12-way power-adjustable front seats
• Remote engine starting
• 64-color ambient interior lighting
• Dual-zone automatic climate controls
• Dynamic Selector with four drive modes (Individual, Sport, Comfort, Eco)
• 7-inch touchpad-controlled infotainment screen
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Bluetooth connectivity
• HD Radio
• 7-inch digital gauge cluster
• 5 USB ports
• Rearview camera
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Automatic emergency braking
• Pedestrian detection
• Cross-wind assist
• Driver attention monitor

Several Packages are Offered for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class

You can build in the A 220 model with the package offered. One item that’s not in a package is AWD, which is called 4Matic for this brand. You don’t have to enter the other packages to have an AWD version of this luxury sedan. Some of the packages you can add are:

Premium Package

• 10.25-inch infotainment and instrument screens
• SiriusXM satellite radio
• Auto-dimming mirrors
• Power folding mirrors
• Keyless-Go
• Hands-free power trunk lid

Multimedia Package

• Navigation system
• Speed limit assist

Driver Assistance Package

• Distronic adaptive cruise control
• Active steering assist
• Evasive steering assist
• Cross-traffic alert
• Speed limit assist
• Lane-keeping assist
• Pre-Safe Plus
• Route-based speed adaptation

AMG Line Package

• AMG style features
• paddle shifters
• lowered suspension

Exterior Lighting Package

• Active LED headlights
• Adaptive high-beam assist

Some other items come as stand-alone options including:

• Leather upholstery
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Dashcam
• Wireless charging
• Burmester premium audio system
• Wood interior trim

How Much Power Does this Car Offer?

Every version of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine attached to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This powertrain gives you 188 horsepower and 221 lb.-ft. of torque, which doesn’t sound like much, but it’s plenty for this sedan. You’ll have 25 city/36 hwy mpg with an FWD model or 25 city/34 hwy mpg when you opt for the 4Matic version.

It’s the final year for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Is this a car you’re going to drive? If you think it sounds interesting, head over to your local dealer and take one out for a test drive today.