2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes with a single trim option that comes with a turbo 2L Inline 4 engine with standard FWD. The price of the sedan is $35,000 including the destination fee of $1,050. It comes with an upgrade option to AWD that costs about $2000 more and the trim is then called A-220 4Matic. A fully loaded A-Class costs about $50k which is around a more powerful sister car, the CLA. Some of the standard features of the A-220 include a panoramic sunroof, Power-adjustable front seats with memory function, Heated side mirrors, LED headlights and taillights, ambient lighting, and blind-spot assist.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes with a slight upgrade of adding SiriusXM satellite radio with the Premium Package. Additional Packages include Parking Assistance Package at $1,090, Driver Assistance Package Lite at $1,300, MB Navigation, Traffic Sign Assist at $1,300, Premium Package lite at $1,675, driver Assistance Package at $1,700, Premium Package at $1,750 and AMG Line Package at $2,700.

Parking Assistance Package includes:-

• Active Parking Assist
• Surround View System

Driver Assistance Package Lite includes:-

• Active Brake Assist w/Cross-Traffic Function
• Active Speed Limit Assist, Evasive Steering Assist
• Active Lane Keeping Assist
• Active Steering Assist, Active Emergency Stop Assist
• Active Blind Spot Assist and Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
• Route-Based Speed Adaptation
• Active Lane Changing Assist

Multimedia Package includes:-

• MB Navigation
• Traffic Sign Assist

Premium Package lite includes:-

• KEYLESS GO, Mirror Package
• Power Folding Side Mirrors
• Auto-Dimming Rearview & Driver-Side Mirrors
• 10.25" Media Display w/Touchscreen
• 10.25" Digital Instrument Cluster
• Driver Assistance Package

Driver Assistance Package includes:-

• Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
• Evasive Steering Assist
• Active Speed Limit Assist
• Active Blind Spot Assist
• Active Steering Assist
• Active Lane Keeping Assist
• Active Emergency Stop Assist and Active Brake Assist w/Cross-Traffic Function
• Route-Based Speed Adaptation
• Active Lane Changing Assist

Premium Package includes:-

• KEYLESS GO
• Mirror Package
• Power Folding Side Mirrors
• Auto-Dimming Rearview & Driver-Side Mirrors
• 10.25" Media Display w/Touchscreen
• 10.25" Digital Instrument Cluster

AMG Line Package includes:-

• AMG Body Styling
• High-Performance Tires
• TIREFIT, Floor Mats in Black w/AMG Inscription
• Diamond-Block Grille
• Chrome pins and silver louvre w/chrome inlays
• Multifunction Sport Steering Wheel w/Nappa Leather
• Brushed Stainless Steel AMG Sport Pedals
• Rubber studs

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There is only a single trim option to choose from, that is A-220, which is priced at $35,000. One can opt for an AWD drivetrain as per the need. CarHP suggests you to add Premium Package to upgrade the overall infotainment experience. Furthermore, the Driver Assistance Packages also enhances safety and can be considered for the purchase.

Release Date

The 2022 Mercedes A-Class has already been released.

The 2022 Mercedes-benz A-Class comes with a turbocharged 2.0L Inline 4 powertrain that makes 188 horsepower and 221 lb.-ft of torque. The engine is refined and quiet for the most part and Mercedes-Benz has also used this engine format to great effect in the AMG lineup where 300 horsepower is easily obtained.There are two drivetrain options available with the car with FWD being standard on the A-220 trim. The sedan comes with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The sedan reaches 60 MPH speed in 7.1 seconds from a standstill and has a quarter mile timing of 7.1 seconds.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes with the least power output as compared to the Audi A3, Cadillac CT4 and the BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe. They all come with the same engine size, but CT4 and 2-Series Gran Coupe deliver more torque as compared to the other two rivals. Similarly, they come with better acceleration, followed by the A3 and the A-Class. The best quarter mile timing is offered by the CT4, followed by the Gran Coupe, the A3, and the A-Class. The A-class comes with a top speed of 155 MPH which is similar to the Cadillac CT4.

2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Ride and Handling

The suspension includes Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs and Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs which comes with an optional Lowered AMG Line suspension. It rides well in the city without being too stiff. At lower speeds, the A-Class absorbs bumps without hesitation. The FWD model imparts a more composed ride over rough terrain than the AWD version. The Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering is responsive and gives accurate feedback to the driver. The body roll is negligible due to the Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars. 

2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Braking Performance

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes with vented disc brakes on all four of its wheels. Depending on the nature of the driving, the brake pads last about 25,000-65,000 miles. It comes with 12.6 in and 11.6 in brake rotors in front and back respectively. There is an immediate sense of intuitiveness to the brake pedal, and it is easy to stop smoothly, with confidence at any speed.Additional braking features include Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control Electric Parking Brake, etc.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes with bigger brake rotors than the Cadillac CT4, whereas the CT4 has bigger rear ones. The data for the Audi A3 and the BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe is not yet available. The A-Class is lighter than the rivals, providing lesser momentum while speeding. The stopping distance of the CT4 is a foot shorter than the rival. However, it is yet to be determined for the A-Class and the 2 Series Gran Coupe.

It depends on the engine's state of tune, but turbocharged 2.0-liter engines usually boast good to middling fuel economy. The 2022 Mercedes- Benz offers 25 MPG in a city, 35 MPG on a highway, and 28 MPG combined with its FWD model. With the AWD variant, the fuel economy in a city reduces to 24 MPG. The car comes with a fuel tank capacity of 13.5 gallons. Also, it has a range of travel of around 324 miles in a city and 472.5 miles on a highway with the FWD option.

Although the A-Class's engine produces modest power figures, it cannot match some of its competition equipped with the same kind of engine.The Mercedes-Benz A-Class offers more fuel efficiency in a city and on a highway than the Cadillac CT4 and the 2-Series Gran Coupe. However, the best among the four remains to be the Audi A3. The A-Class comes with a smaller fuel tank than that of the CT4 and the 2-Series Gran Coupe. The A-Class, on the other hand, offers better range of travel than the 2-Series Gran Coupe.

The interior of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class feels premium and roomy. With regard to interior trim, the customers get options like aluminum with a linear grain, aluminum with a longitudinal grain, natural Grain Black Linden wood for $325, or natural Grain Brown Walnut wood for the same amount. The seats are covered with Black MB-Tex material which is available with various options including Macchiato Beige. In addition to an 8-way power lumbar support and a memory system for each front seat, the 2022 car boasts dual-zone climate control, 64-color LED ambient lighting and 12-way power adjustable front seats. 

The A-Class offers a more front headroom than the A3, CT4 and the 2-Series Gran Coupe. It has front legroom and shoulder room than the A3and the 2-Series Gran Coupe. It leads with better rear legroom than the CT4. The A-Class comes with more standard features to offer than the Audi A3. Similarly, the car has better interior design and comfort level than the CT4. Both the Gran Coupe and the A-Class offer premiumness, but the latter has better user-friendly features.

Some of the key interior features available with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class include:

• 12-way power adjustable front seats
• Heated seats
• 8-way power lumbar support
• Leather upholstery
• Ambient interior lighting
• Dual zone automatic climate control

How intuitive is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class infotainment system?

With a combination of touchpad control and natural voice recognition, the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system works beautifully and offers a user-friendly experience. It comes with a 7 inch touchscreen display infotainment system with the connectivity features like Bluetooth connectivity, Android Auto and Apple Carplay. Furthermore, the brand offers optional dual 10.25-inch displays with navigation. Other additional features include wireless phone charging, Wi-Fi connectivity, TuneIn and SiriusXM radio, and a twelve speaker Burmester sound system.

Some of the most notable infotainment features available with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class include:

• Wireless charging
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Burmester sound system
• Onboard Navigation
• SiriusXM radio

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class looks aggressive, yet subtle with its sleek design. The sedan offers LED headlights with a large brand logo at the center of the grille. The 18 inch alloys elevate the side profile. The additional packages include an AMG Line body styling kit and also a Night Package with gloss-black exterior accents. The sedan is offered in 9 colors such as Digital White metallic, Cosmos Black Metallic, Iridium Silver Metallic, etc. The car stands at a height of 56.9 inches and has a wheelbase of 107.4 inches.

The A-Class is taller and broader than the Audi A3, Cadillac CT4, and the BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe. It also has more length than the A3 and the Gran Coupe. Furthermore, the CT4 has the largest wheelbase to offer, followed by the A-Class, 2-Series Gran Coupe, and the A3. To us, the A-Class looks more stunning than its rivals. The CT4 comes with a geometric styling which is not that appealing. The Audi A3 looks aggressive but lacks the balanced overall look of the A-Class. The closest competitor is the 2-Series Gran Coupe in terms of style, but we liked the grille design of the A-Class better.

Some standout exterior features include:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Daytime running headlamps
• LED headlights
• Gloss-black exterior accents
• AMG Line body styling
• LED tail lights

The sedan’s exterior body consists mainly of aluminum and high-strength steel which provides utmost toughness and rigidity to the body. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class provides 8 airbags including thorax/pelvic bags. Other standard features include active brake assist, driver attention assist, blind-spot assist, electronic stability control, traction control, etc. One can get more driver assistance features like evasive steering assist, cross-traffic assist, active emergency stop assist and speed-limit assist by upgrading to the Driver Assistance Package.The 2022 edition of the A-Class has not been crash tested yet by the NHTSA or the IIHS. However, the 2018 model of the same generation sedan got a perfect score from the Euro NCAP.

Some of the major safety features available with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class include

• Cross-traffic alert
• Blind spot assist
• Evasive steering assist
• Traction control
• Speed limit assist
• Active emergency stop

2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs 2022 Audi A3 

Both the sedans come with a similar price tag to offer to the customer. The Audi A3 offers better power output and quicker acceleration than the Mercedes A-Class. It dominates over both 0-60 MPH mark and quarter mile timing. The car also has better fuel efficiency to offer with a better range of travel as well. On the other hand, the A-Class has better handling and a more handsome exterior. The interior of the A-Class is also more functional.

2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs 2022 Cadillac CT4

The Cadillac CT4 comes with better power and torque delivery. The CT4 reaches the 60 MPH speed quicker and also performs well in terms of the quarter mile timing. The range of travel in a city and on a highway is also better offered by the Cadillac CT4. On the other hand, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class is fuel efficient and comes with a better looking exterior and interior.

2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs 2022 BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe is more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. It also offers better power output and torque to the customers. It leads in terms of quick acceleration as per the 0-60 MPH mark and the quarter mile timing. On the other hand, the A-Class is more economical overall and offers a better range of travel in a city and on a highway. Both the cars look attractive and sporty.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is an impressive subcompact luxury sedan. It offers decent performance with nimble ride and handling capabilities. The car offers a comfortable and premium interior with superior leather upholstery over the seats. The interior is incorporated with a number of utility features like heated front seats, dual zone automatic climate control etc. Moreover, the exterior looks attractive with its LED lights and grille styling. Even though the model has not been rated yet, the brand ensures the safety of driver and passengers by a number of precautionary features. The best choice would be to go with the FWD variant of the A-220. One can also opt for the Premium Packages that adds several other features.