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Used 2017 Mercedes-Benz A Class for sale
A180 D SE 5DR
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€12,900
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at 191,453 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the W176-era A‑Class (pre-2018 redesign), sold as a compact premium hatch. The diesel/manual combination is generally economical and simple to maintain compared with an automatic, but Mercedes diesels of this age commonly have DPF and EGR soot issues if they’ve been used for many short town trips. Clutch wear is the main wear item on manual examples, and genuine Mercedes parts and dealer servicing cost a bit more than mainstream brands but are widely available in Ireland.
- DPF / EGR condition — ask for evidence of successful regenerations or a highway run, and watch for heavy soot smell or warning lights after a short test drive
- Turbo operation and smoke — listen for whistle/lag and watch for blue/grey smoke under acceleration (sign of turbo oil seal wear)
- Clutch feel and bite point — test for slipping, high bite or judder (clutch replacement on a premium model is relatively costly)
- Gearbox synchros — check smooth shifts through all gears, especially 1st and 2nd; look for crunching or missed engagements
- Suspension and rear subframe corrosion/bush wear — inspect wheelarches, under the boot floor and rear suspension mounts for corrosion common on 9‑year‑old Irish cars
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Only ten minutes from Blanchardstown Shopping Centre. 2017 Mercedes-Benz A180D SE in immaculate condition with an excellent service record. Great specification including upgraded alloy wheels, reverse camera, front fog lights, electric windows and mirrors, sport seats, ambient lighting and Bluetooth telephone system. Climate control with air conditioning, cruise control, media control unit, front centre armrest and a leather multifunction sport steering wheel. Safety equipment includes ABS, ESP, ISOFIX and multiple airbags.