Mercedes A-Class vs BMW 1 Series vs Audi A3 2019 review - which is the best premium small car?

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  • @sav5127
    @sav5127 5 ปีที่แล้ว +733

    I love how carwow gives actual decisions instead of just leaving it to us to decide

    • @MrUPSman
      @MrUPSman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Yeah, it's clearly appreciated by people incapable of thinking for themselves.

    • @sav5127
      @sav5127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      @@MrUPSman na man, it's more like we are here for a professional journalist's opinion not what they are insinuating. Plus, do you really need to be toxic about me showing appreciation you miserable fuck

    • @TheG60528XiJinPing
      @TheG60528XiJinPing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Adrian yeah , he's a genius

    • @ghaniali6569
      @ghaniali6569 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have an option between an A Class and an A3,but I really love the interior ofthe Audi

    • @calum2403
      @calum2403 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I personally think the 1 series is the best out of the lot

  • @sbomorse
    @sbomorse 6 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    The A-Class has a stunning dash! The augmented sat nav is amazing.

  • @csopr
    @csopr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    I still love the 1 series though. Despite its age, its still the coolest looking car here to me, and I'll wager its the best one to drive.

    • @raftonpounder6696
      @raftonpounder6696 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He says it is in the video.

    • @joeytamizi6373
      @joeytamizi6373 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@raftonpounder6696 well done bro

    • @hotwheelshuntinguk
      @hotwheelshuntinguk ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And then there is the 1 series after it. I think it’s a step backwards in terms of styling

    • @SupportNexus
      @SupportNexus 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@hotwheelshuntinguk so true, they ruined after the facelift

  • @raghuveer4552
    @raghuveer4552 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Bought an A3 saloon(range topping) as my first car. Driving around the city is an absolute pleasure

    • @ghaniali6569
      @ghaniali6569 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Raghu,do you recommend an A3 over an A-Class? If so,why?

    • @juliaalinaS
      @juliaalinaS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ghani Ali I have a 2016 A3, highly recommend! I’ve driven 12000km on it in 5 months. A pleasure to drive, awesome build quality, love the steering wheel and the feel, great connectivity with my phone through Bluetooth and awesome headlights (xenon). Only “complaint” is it tends to oversteer a bit in winter conditions if the snow is heavy, but other than that it’s great. Mercedes is probably good too, love the exterior however I personally don’t like the interior that much, and they have issues with build quality (interior creeks to the touch), lots of videos of that on TH-cam. For context I live in northern Norway, so we usually have pretty rough winter conditions most of the year except from late may to October/November.

    • @ghaniali6569
      @ghaniali6569 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Julia A. Stavnesvik Sounds amazing,I’m a new driver and Ive always wanted an A3 Sportback(Automatic),love the steering wheel,hopefully I can buy it!

    • @Ricchred
      @Ricchred 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      how you afford it

  • @seido_koji
    @seido_koji 6 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    It's quite a surprise that 7 years old car with restyling(BMW) still looks nice and gives a good rivalry to the newer premium hatchbacks. Well done, BMW!

  • @jelomi036
    @jelomi036 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    All of them are absolute masterclass. German cars are always good! Its all about your own style which one you like

  • @jacobthompson8507
    @jacobthompson8507 6 ปีที่แล้ว +543

    3:40... That's a good thing. I hate the Electronic Brakes on both of my cars.

    • @ryadhasanahmed5443
      @ryadhasanahmed5443 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Jacob Thompson I have it on my camaro and it sucks to have it on such a great car😭

    • @jacobthompson8507
      @jacobthompson8507 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      banessa Ahmed I have it on my Audi S5 and it really pisses me off. On sporty cars they shouldn't have them.

    • @ryadhasanahmed5443
      @ryadhasanahmed5443 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Jacob Thompson especially when you want to do handbrake turns lol

    • @pb7870
      @pb7870 6 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      It doesn’t have a manual handbrake because it’s old, it’s because it’s a drivers car

    • @ryadhasanahmed5443
      @ryadhasanahmed5443 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      P B I know!!!! manual handbrake are the way to go

  • @tackycomrade
    @tackycomrade 4 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Picked up my 1 series yesterday and after having driven all 3 cars and overviewed them, I can safely say that I made the right choice.

    • @HtheKing
      @HtheKing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Which one? Petrol or diesel?

    • @ruisilva3317
      @ruisilva3317 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      2 years on what do you think?

    • @parth_0521
      @parth_0521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hi Ben, Can you please add your review after 2 year? Which one do you recommend?

    • @tackycomrade
      @tackycomrade 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@parth_0521 hi, I had a 118i for a year and then opted for an M140i late 2020. Absolutely awesome cars. Loved the 118i so much that I got an identical looking car only it being an M140i as mentioned.

    • @G15mpower
      @G15mpower ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tackycomrade just put a deposit down for my first bmw, 118i m sport with only 33k on the clock

  • @NotMeHere
    @NotMeHere 6 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    The fact that the 1-series still has a actual hand brake (not a finger brake) and is rear wheel drive would sort of seal the deal for me.

    • @jazzip2989
      @jazzip2989 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      true BMW drivers always appreciate a rear wheel drive car...love my German machines☝️☝️

  • @wakiwest
    @wakiwest 6 ปีที่แล้ว +536

    I have a one series very similar to that one and that battery compartment is excellent for storing large quantities of illegal drugs😎

    • @Incxgnxto
      @Incxgnxto 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      wakiwest man likeeeee waki west!!! 😂🙌🏾

    • @revilo9725
      @revilo9725 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I just bought one so thats good to know 👊

    • @TheG60528XiJinPing
      @TheG60528XiJinPing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I use mine to store legal drugs ☺️

    • @TheG60528XiJinPing
      @TheG60528XiJinPing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Like tums

    • @TheABS2820
      @TheABS2820 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will choose the Mercedes because cops bring me drugs

  • @rafaelpires4576
    @rafaelpires4576 6 ปีที่แล้ว +857

    My heart is with the 1 series

    • @glorious_help
      @glorious_help 6 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      and that horrrrrible interior.

    • @pb7870
      @pb7870 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Rafael Pires can’t agree more, might be showing its age inside but if I had the others I’d instantly regret it and want the BMW

    • @pb7870
      @pb7870 6 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      GLR Horrible? Have you been in a new 1 Series? Please tell me what you drive to think that’s horrible?

    • @rafaelpires4576
      @rafaelpires4576 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I guess nowadays if it has analog dials and a manual handbrake, an interior is considered horrible lol

    • @BlueWafer
      @BlueWafer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Rafael Pires lol i prefer the analog dials, they are not so flashy and shit looking like the digital ones

  • @JackBrown56
    @JackBrown56 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I literally had to chose between these 3 earlier this year, and I went with the Audi. Every day I always think what if I went for one of the others, but I'm more than happy with the Audi. The main thing is if you buy one of these you're always going to be happy with it. I would recommend mine to anyone as I'm sure a BMW or merc driver would.

    • @JackBrown56
      @JackBrown56 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Truth you know it

  • @chrisabbott683
    @chrisabbott683 6 ปีที่แล้ว +368

    Problem for the A class is the standard screens look crap. £2,400 for the upgrade = joke.

    • @xRaWYT
      @xRaWYT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Chris Abbott 100% worth

    • @xRaWYT
      @xRaWYT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@alasdair6654 Yeah i got the sport pack, no regrets, it's amazing

    • @xRaWYT
      @xRaWYT 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alasdair6654 Between the two i'd go for the M1 if i were you, Audi are nice, but get much better towards the higher ranges :D

    • @danhall5761
      @danhall5761 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      xRaW wtf is an m1

    • @dylansterio3227
      @dylansterio3227 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Mitchell Bridgeman the m1 is a bmw from the 1970s

  • @david400p
    @david400p 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I have a 1 Series now, and I love it! Hell with the luxury and comfort. I had them both. A car is meant to be driven, it's not a boat!

  • @eydzuanrosley522
    @eydzuanrosley522 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    i still pick bmw 1 series its beautiful and rear wheel drive and looks awesome

  • @Brandon-bv1bj
    @Brandon-bv1bj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    As a true enthusiast, 1 series since it’s the only rear-wheel drive car among the cars tested

    • @MillieonaVespa
      @MillieonaVespa 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Brandon the new 1 series will have front wheel drive..... I Still would chose it over the other too..

    • @raupenimmersatt6906
      @raupenimmersatt6906 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Brandon As a true enthusiast you wouldnt even think about any of them

    • @pb5x5
      @pb5x5 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The next 1 series will be based on the Mini platform next time around. Just like the 2 series MPV.

    • @dushyantx
      @dushyantx 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL, all of them are shitty boxes. You no race driver.

    • @thesherbet
      @thesherbet 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      A true petrol-head nah its all the new ones

  • @ryadhasanahmed5443
    @ryadhasanahmed5443 6 ปีที่แล้ว +564

    £26,000 starting price for A class?!? wow I remember when it started at around £20,500

    • @sidonronaldinho8713
      @sidonronaldinho8713 6 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      The base engines haven´t been revealed yet and standard equipment is better so the price is gonna drop in the future

    • @musicghost1
      @musicghost1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It came out just like one month before and less

    • @KoldeNyheder
      @KoldeNyheder 6 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      It starts at what is equal to £40k here in Denmark. I hate taxes 😭

    • @ryadhasanahmed5443
      @ryadhasanahmed5443 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Philip Jensen 🙏🙏

    • @KoldeNyheder
      @KoldeNyheder 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      banessa Ahmed I need to settle for a Kia Picanto 😂

  • @kingenskung293
    @kingenskung293 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Just bought a 2019 a class today, this is my first car and its so pleasent to drive

    • @ButternutBanyana
      @ButternutBanyana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Enjoy! My A class is being delivered in a few days. Can't wait!

    • @alejandroflores14
      @alejandroflores14 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      enjoy it!

    • @abdul9543
      @abdul9543 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I dont care

    • @abdul9543
      @abdul9543 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Only joking

    • @Hu3kY
      @Hu3kY 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Getting mine in two days, gonna be my second car and I've never been so excited

  • @qnerq5044
    @qnerq5044 6 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Drove 1 series, and I loved the feeling vs other FWs!

    • @xt2129
      @xt2129 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Qner Q i

  • @boxxx414
    @boxxx414 6 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Why are everybody talking about BMW's "outdated" interior and nobody says how Audi A3 is looking 99 percent same like model from year 2003?
    Bimmer have beautiful enterior if you ask me and better looking exterior than other two.

    • @ARobFpv007
      @ARobFpv007 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just brought a Shadow Edition MSport 125i, I test drove them all and the BMW was just brilliant with that rear wheel handling & Performance, it’s a really pity now that the new series one is front wheel drive.

    • @niallreel7050
      @niallreel7050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      * Boxxx * Because literally every BMW has the same interior.

    • @MrROOK1123
      @MrROOK1123 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      * Boxxx * the a3 will smoke that ass tho from a light

  • @kevincharmillot8071
    @kevincharmillot8071 6 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    This BMW serie 1 in this configuration is sooooo rough 🔥

  • @itsjustash1094
    @itsjustash1094 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I had a 1 series from 2009 as my first car and I fell in love with the way it drives and how sporty it feels so 2 years later I got my self a 2015 M Sport 120D and I am loving every second I’m in it :)

  • @drdeh7973
    @drdeh7973 6 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    As a merc fan, I'd prefer this in order
    1. BMW
    2. Mercedes
    3. Audi

    • @ahsannaufer7058
      @ahsannaufer7058 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You will never put Audi on 3rd ...it’s always the winner

    • @buby2236
      @buby2236 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Shane Bunting
      So is Porsche, Lamborghini, Bugatti also JuSt A GoLf.

    • @gockelxxxxxl9584
      @gockelxxxxxl9584 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Buby 223 it the same car with a different styling and interior. It’s like the Porsche Cayenne. It’s just an expensive Tuareg

    • @HETPATEL-mi2ir
      @HETPATEL-mi2ir 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wheres volvo and badyjaguar

    • @manny3332
      @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Shane Bunting it’s like saying the a class is just a Renault!

  • @keinname1192
    @keinname1192 5 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Audi has so beautiful interior but outside its not as good as BMW and Mercedes

    • @manny3332
      @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Mathias Bichler yes cause it’s the regular version mate, check out the top range S line, looks amazing!

    • @bwmim9709
      @bwmim9709 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Mannan iqbal still not as good as the bimmer . However I’d rather have this a3 than new one series 😭

    • @ghaniali6569
      @ghaniali6569 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Should i get an A3? I love it much better than the A Class

    • @samuelochola4625
      @samuelochola4625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I decided on Audi since I spend most of my time inside than outside. I find the rear or side view of BMW inferior. It has the best front though.

  • @kkao33
    @kkao33 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The A class has exposed paint door pillar? (At 14:00). This doesn't make it very premium. Feel more like a Polo or Golf.

  • @tiloalo
    @tiloalo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The A class interior is like 10 ahead of the competition, what I would have expected in a e class but not in the a! Impressive

  • @tmr_media6927
    @tmr_media6927 6 ปีที่แล้ว +568

    Understeer vs understeer vs overseer

    • @VolvoMetal
      @VolvoMetal 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      How many drive like morons going from a to b in a normal hatchback.

    • @DimitarStanev
      @DimitarStanev 6 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      Most people watching these videos probably care more about the extra 10l in baggage space... RWD hatches are a dying breed

    • @DimitarStanev
      @DimitarStanev 6 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      VolvoMetal you don't have to drive like a moron to enjoy driving a well-sorted drivetrain.

    • @xdarkthiefx009
      @xdarkthiefx009 6 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      someone who understands why I like the 1series the most

    • @Jas0nPourne
      @Jas0nPourne 6 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      With under steer, you see the tree that kills you, with over steer, you don't see the tree that kills you

  • @michaelt779
    @michaelt779 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Just saw the A-Class sedan at an auto show this weekend. The screens are stunning. The resolution, smoothness and responsiveness of the whole operating system is just insane. The air vents are beautiful as well. BMW was not there but when we compared it to the Audi, the Audi looked so dated and like the other 2 dozen cars we sat in that day.

  • @GrrMeister
    @GrrMeister 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    15:20 *Depreciation costs the Mercedes A Class wins by miles, and overall is a clear winner.*

  • @Fatihturk0071
    @Fatihturk0071 6 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Audi s line black edition...

  • @VehicleValhalla
    @VehicleValhalla 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    We need to do this test except with the 2019 A3 and 2019 1 Series

  • @timothyblake5532
    @timothyblake5532 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    When I had the A-Class in almost the same trim. And I felt the indicator lever felt like fisher price plastic.

  • @i.d.k.1779
    @i.d.k.1779 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I absolutely love the a3 with awd

  • @johansoderlund9670
    @johansoderlund9670 6 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    I think the a3 cockpit is more well thought out. The merc just look like someone smacked a screen on the dash

    • @jackvickers1124
      @jackvickers1124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Audi is shit!

    • @lorenzofrind4745
      @lorenzofrind4745 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      My words bro

    • @manny3332
      @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jack Vickers Mercs shit, drives shit n has a Renault engine!

  • @DabDabGoose
    @DabDabGoose 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    we going to Miss this 1 series in the Future the last Compact RWD, shame they never had LSD as an option though.

  • @apocreg11
    @apocreg11 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    1 series in shadow edition for me, gorgeous and fun

  • @Vazin
    @Vazin 6 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Im just waiting for the new Audi A1! Would still take the A3

  • @nigluschembri
    @nigluschembri 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You can't really compare an A class from 2018 with cars which came out 5 years ago

  • @fabiusmaximuscunctator7390
    @fabiusmaximuscunctator7390 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What is the problem with the manual in the BMW? I have a 116d with a manual transmission and I'm really happy. It's feels great to shift gears.

  • @cliors200
    @cliors200 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    How can you not like the 1 series outside styling, looks much more sporty, and a rear wheel drive look to it

  • @joshstreet3919
    @joshstreet3919 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I’m not just saying this because I have one but the 1 Series is by far the best for me

  • @keepsoulfree
    @keepsoulfree 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Mat, please do the best hot hatch drag race review with BMW M140i , Mercedes A35amg, VW Golf R and so on... Please Mat, pleaaaaseeee.

  • @zenden6564
    @zenden6564 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hi Matt,re: the BMW 1, a real mechanical lever handbrake is a plus not a minus as per your mockery.Not just for servicing either, with a tail happy RWD it's vital for an accomplished handbrake U-turn :D

  • @jimmy92goodwin
    @jimmy92goodwin 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The camera/video quality is just stunning. I watched in 1080p and it was like 4K! What gear is this!?
    Amazing review as always, agree with the verdict!

  • @blueeyedbaer
    @blueeyedbaer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have a Mercedes A class since May 2019. I love that car. It looks well, drives well and the technology is amazing. Interior design is just fantastic - modern, minimal and simple. Those controls on the touch screens are super easy to use but I use the touchpad the most. The infotainment system is buttery smooth. The only thing I could wish for is a heated windshield.

    • @samirav1137
      @samirav1137 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What engine do you have? I'm getting my 180 next week

    • @pablito0905
      @pablito0905 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      109pk

    • @rionguraziu9943
      @rionguraziu9943 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s pretty shit tbh since it has a renault engine and it only has around 130-40 hp

  • @Raven16691
    @Raven16691 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just did a somewhat fair configuration between the Audi and the Merc and it turns out, that when fully packed, you can actually get an Audi S3(!) and are still cheaper than the A class. (with the 163 hp engine!)

    • @Gez492
      @Gez492 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Raven16691 yeah me too! No comparison the S3 is better in every element

  • @trainzandtrombones
    @trainzandtrombones 6 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I don't like the fact you can see the door paint from the inside on the merc.

    • @Jaykae_t
      @Jaykae_t 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ARGM same. Looks cheap.

    • @maccoretti
      @maccoretti 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ARGM same!!! Seriously WTF

    • @brianallan9035
      @brianallan9035 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree. The red door interior on the Merc looks cheap and nasty.

    • @qnerq5044
      @qnerq5044 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ARGM you made me realize it, now cant unsee it lol

  • @mightyOmouse
    @mightyOmouse 6 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Sorry, but A class interior with those tablet style dashboard looks awful. I would rather see those screens integrated into interior, not just stick them on.

    • @johnbobby6281
      @johnbobby6281 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dražen Vida sorry it looks way better and far more modern and futuristic and posh and elegant than the other two which look like cheap ass awful tablets by your own logic.
      Its dual screens not tablets. And they aren't stuck on. They are integrated on top so that they are right with the drivers eye level.

  • @MegaFregel
    @MegaFregel 6 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Honestly I think the two screens in the Mercedes look stupid.
    Just like you left iPads on a window ledge.

  • @krishnakumarnair9532
    @krishnakumarnair9532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! Finally a Merc won and A-class is the master class in the range, big time. What an upgrade from the old version.

  • @YananoBere
    @YananoBere 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's amazing how competent the A3 still is

  • @nikeythm6519
    @nikeythm6519 6 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    The A classes interior is BEYOND better and futuristic than the other two. Its using a nvidia for the graphics. You guys are trippin!

  • @miskatonic6210
    @miskatonic6210 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Mercedes cockpit design is so great and unique, it would be my main reason to chose it.
    Unless the car hasn't any major flaws: Thats the part I look at, touch and use the most.

  • @MgoMSx
    @MgoMSx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the sound of an A3 2.0tfsi with almost 200bhp.. Hot hatch, while maintaining the comfort! More than likely my next car.

  • @nandos1243
    @nandos1243 5 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I think the BMW 1 series look cooler.

    • @manny3332
      @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It’s just the interior that’s a bit dead

    • @gieltimmermans
      @gieltimmermans 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah but to be honest you need to compare this a class with the bmw 1 series which has the bigger screen and also both need to have automatic a/c so then the 1 series looks already a lot better

  • @maccoretti
    @maccoretti 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Exposed painted metal on the Mercs window frames?? Are you kidding me?!

    • @MrGameControler
      @MrGameControler 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      where? link to time?

    • @andrewmicali550
      @andrewmicali550 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrGameControler 14:12

    • @AntJoseph_
      @AntJoseph_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      RIGHT

    • @AntJoseph_
      @AntJoseph_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not even a MK1 Clio has got exposed metal like that, AND IT'S A CLIO

  • @NinjahPenguinZ
    @NinjahPenguinZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Audi interior, mercedes tech, bmw looks and dynamics... one can only dream

  • @marymaya5806
    @marymaya5806 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I have an audi a3 an absolutely love it! Best car I've ever owned 👍🏻

    • @graemekinslow9789
      @graemekinslow9789 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a Skoda

    • @myp0h
      @myp0h 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @maryam what year is your a3?

    • @marymaya5806
      @marymaya5806 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@myp0h 2017🙂

    • @hartzland7658
      @hartzland7658 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@graemekinslow9789 Why?

  • @goatrefurrent3478
    @goatrefurrent3478 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just got an a3 8v such a lovely car it’s amazing would take that practicality and and love the 4wd over anything else

  • @saucewalker7211
    @saucewalker7211 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best car channel on TH-cam

  • @qlus
    @qlus 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The a class has come a long way and I think they have nailed it this time.

  • @joshs3066
    @joshs3066 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There's definitely not enough love for the Audi in the comments section- outclasses both the Merc and BMW in so many areas it's mad!

    • @manny3332
      @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Josh S I feel like the Audi is just too perfect, and that makes it not so exciting, the drive on the bmw is amazing! I’m stuck on which one to get tbh

  • @gauravsen3040
    @gauravsen3040 6 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I personally love the new A-class. It is simply fantastic.

  • @bryanjudefernandez2195
    @bryanjudefernandez2195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    never regretted my 118i, beautiful car, handles wayyy better than the other two cars mentioned (driven friends cars before)

  • @joscejrod
    @joscejrod 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I were the resposible for Class A launch I would be worried because this test is almost tied (with other cars released several years ago) and new Series 1 and A3 are around the corner...

  • @RKsnoozer
    @RKsnoozer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I think the merc is the worst looking one there, i love higher end merc's but the A class is just stubby. The 1 series and A3 look cool and angular, especially with their styling upgrades!

    • @johnbobby6281
      @johnbobby6281 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Adam : RKsnoozer in this spec maybe but in the amg gline grey spec it looks way better than these two.

    • @RKsnoozer
      @RKsnoozer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      John Bobby I love the A45 AMG, and id put it ahead of the BMW 1 series. But I'd also prefer the Audi S3 over both of them.
      If we talking interior. Idk about the new Merc A class, but the old one. I've sat inside all 3 of these cars, and id say hands down the Merc was the worst. So if it's anything like the old Merc I still don't like it

    • @johnbobby6281
      @johnbobby6281 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adam : RKsnoozer the s3 looks hidiously outdated especially interior wise.
      Lmao what do you mean you don't know.... Did you even watch the video? We are talking about the new one bro. You are literally contradicting yourself.... You say you like the higher end mercs? Well guess what... That's exactly what the a class is built on.. The same high end level of the higher end merc gets trickled down to the a class like the new s class steering wheel and two digital screens.
      If you mean the old a class then yes that interior was absolutely hidious and horrible I agree with you. But we are talking about the new a class and its absolutely nothing like the old. Its interior is completly new and refreshed from the ground up

    • @RKsnoozer
      @RKsnoozer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      John Bobby Nah mate the S3 looks fucking lush! As for talking about the old A class I didn't just mean looks, I meant the way it felt. As I say ive sat In all 3 and the Audi looks and feels the nicest inside.
      That's being said the new Merc interior does LOOK lush. Although the Audi virtual cockpit still looks better imo. But that doesn't mean it feels nicer.

    • @johnbobby6281
      @johnbobby6281 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adam : RKsnoozer sorry mate I meant to say a3 looks hideous. S3 looks good though. But interior wise its hideously outdated just like the old a class as well.
      Yes the a3 feels nicer than the old a class but the new a class feels a lot nicer... Which is one of the big reasons why it won this comparison
      Audi virtual cockpit looks better on something like the r8 or higher end models... On the smaller end models not so much. But I still love it.

  • @SM-1010
    @SM-1010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the upgraded infotainment screens it’s amazing

  • @TheHennes36
    @TheHennes36 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The New a class is such an amazing car!!! Hardly feels like an entry Level Mercedes. Absolutely loving it 😍

  • @Deuteross
    @Deuteross 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's a bit o a shame Mat, that you forgot to mention it's the last BMW 1-series with RWD. The next one, which is just around the corner, will be FWD, argh... Good video as always, of course.

    • @carwow
      @carwow  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I did, but I took it out of the edit.

  • @spicesingh
    @spicesingh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just ordered A Class Exclusive Edition A200.. Picking up at 1st March with 21 reg.. Can't wait..
    1st car waw Pergoet 106 for 2 years
    2nds Astra drove for a year and is giving up nearly.
    Working hard and it's time to gift myself A class brand New...

  • @marksapollo
    @marksapollo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have to also say I prefer the Audi virtual cockpit and the 1 series looks sporty.

  • @alexverdigris9939
    @alexverdigris9939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I prefer:
    -Merc's exterior
    -BMW's dashboard design (old but still the best design by far, even the manual parking brake I prefer)
    - Audi's space, comfort and practicality, but Audi's exterior is my least favourite

    • @manny3332
      @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alex Verdigris s line a 3 imo looks the best exterior wise

  • @lungaswazi9194
    @lungaswazi9194 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Funny how 42.1 is 42 on the BMW. 44.1 is "nearly 45mpg." And 46.3 is 46. His bias towards Audi is readily apparent

  • @malaikah8329
    @malaikah8329 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been going back and forth for 3 weeks on the bmw and a220.. You have made this so clear for me..
    I'm a BMW gal and really felt conflicted moving to Merc.. but the Tech and interior took me away.. and then that driving in a BMW.. hooked me years ago🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️.
    Thank you for this review.. A Class it will be.

  • @motionzyt7269
    @motionzyt7269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m debating over the a class and the 1 series as my first car

  • @heblucky
    @heblucky 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    The BMW is by far the nicest on the eye 👁 and yes it has a handbrake, god help people who have to expel slightly more energy pulling that up and down. Unacceptable in this day and age 🙄

    • @pinin1708
      @pinin1708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree also the positioning the hand break is so irritating

  • @Just_RJ
    @Just_RJ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd probably end up getting the Audi, not a fan of the Merc's glossy plastics used in there. Gets too dirty too quickly. Beemer's a close second, but rear wheel drive in snow's a bad idea.

  • @paulg.m50
    @paulg.m50 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    M sport BMW , Mercedes Amg line .....why not S-line version for Audi ?

  • @albrightonthenight
    @albrightonthenight ปีที่แล้ว

    Matt is so much more unprofessional and humerous in his videos now, he didn't even toss away the boot liners😂 Great video but the videos today are what make carwow videos fantastic 👏 Love a matt Watson video on great cars.

  • @manny3332
    @manny3332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    It’s not really fair to compare mercedez new 2019 model with Audi and BMW’s older models is it??

    • @dbagdi1998
      @dbagdi1998 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It’s a 2018 car which is being compared to a 2018 BMW and a 2018 Audi

  • @ajunta2270
    @ajunta2270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I prefer a real handbrake. BMW wins.

  • @gw7624
    @gw7624 6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I'm amazed Audi are still flogging that interior. It looks like it came from a Kia.

  • @Vermilion2049
    @Vermilion2049 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Going to book my A class A250 soon, stunning!

    • @Parisxrs
      @Parisxrs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How is it going? Was it worth the money cause i am thinking of buying one too!

  • @GrrMeister
    @GrrMeister 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    1:45 *The Mercedes 'A' Class to me looks like a very large Elephant has sat on the much more practicable 'B Class' with the ability to get 2 Mountain Bikes in its 'boot' without removing wheels (with seats folded) It basically is the same floor plan but far more 'family friendly' and only around £800 more in the UK representing a much more sensible purchase. The option of Augmented Reality Sat Nav (**7:00**) with front facing camera overlaid with Street Names and instructions is included in the **_Premium Pack._** This works extremely well even at night when approaching junctions and is amazing.*

  • @xyz-uz6me
    @xyz-uz6me 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They are all nice (depending on personal preference) but when bought second hand I can only envisage the electronic headaches owners will have to deal with especially as it's the first step into the unknown

  • @01JENNERS
    @01JENNERS 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    The bmw looks 100x better than those two granny cars

    • @bri1085
      @bri1085 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sam Jenner on the contrary, it's the ugliest one.

    • @t-bone9239
      @t-bone9239 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Audi and Merc have horrible colors tho and the Audi is a lower trim. Give both cars black wheels and a grey color and then it would be fair

    • @sidharthes
      @sidharthes 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It only looks good cause its the M Shadow series. The standard one is the ugliest.

  • @MadProductionsink
    @MadProductionsink 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would go for the 1 series because I like its design and interior better and it's RWD

  • @owentreadgold8658
    @owentreadgold8658 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    0:17 however when it comes to impressing girls size does matter

  • @Super-lucky-7777
    @Super-lucky-7777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got the A class this week, Sport 180, red, love it.

  • @Deriggs007
    @Deriggs007 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought the 2019 A220 here in the states. Love the car, but I've had quite a few fit/finish issues out of mine, including an exploding sunroof....

    • @anthonyherrera9000
      @anthonyherrera9000 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      How ?!

    • @Deriggs007
      @Deriggs007 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anthony Herrera driving down the high way and it randomly exploded.

    • @Eatprepd
      @Eatprepd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Deriggs007 sounds exciting

  • @user-gs3kt7vs3y
    @user-gs3kt7vs3y 6 ปีที่แล้ว +349

    The back of the A class looks like a Kia

    • @Gez492
      @Gez492 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is T & L that's being unkind to the Kia

    • @sifisomavimbela8838
      @sifisomavimbela8838 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yeah like the cerato hatchback

    • @matthewh8
      @matthewh8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a Kia

    • @vidpetrovic8907
      @vidpetrovic8907 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Lešnik says he made them like that because he wanted to look like they are designed in the future ?? 😉

    • @Lucaslee26
      @Lucaslee26 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You meant the Kia look like the A class right ?? you know Kia just go and copy a lot of different premium brand and come up with their own version....

  • @georgynedyalkov
    @georgynedyalkov 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey, carwow, could you make a comparison video about Seat Cupra 300 vs Golf GTI/R and Audi S3?

  • @owentreadgold8658
    @owentreadgold8658 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    1:47 those rims still don’t look good enough for the car

  • @mattcalloway6254
    @mattcalloway6254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does the A Class Sport have a Premium trim/package?
    Or is it just the AMG that has the Premium?

    • @mattcalloway6254
      @mattcalloway6254 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sarok2773 what else does it come with other than larger screens?

    • @mattcalloway6254
      @mattcalloway6254 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sarok2773 and that’s in the new style?

    • @mattcalloway6254
      @mattcalloway6254 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sarok2773 thanks man 👍🏻

    • @mattcalloway6254
      @mattcalloway6254 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sarok2773 yeah I think it would be better and plus they’re more common to find

  • @NeverFollows
    @NeverFollows 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would nice to put the exact characteristics numbers for each cars:
    - Cars price and options list,
    - Engine and transmissions choices and mileage for each,
    - Weight of the cars, acceleration and braking measurements,
    - Total length versus trunk size and interior size.

  • @gravel_slope
    @gravel_slope 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    3:44 clearly shows hes not a driver for sheer driving pleasure, you cant do handbrake turns with electronic

    • @maav737
      @maav737 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      who on earth wants to make handbrake turns? 0,000000001% of the people who drive on circuits and for who's this video meant? Point made.

    • @alejandroflores14
      @alejandroflores14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      he is telling how old its the car bro

  • @sbuinfinity
    @sbuinfinity 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Look not to be biased because I drive a similar car. But the BMW looks boss. The Mercedes ain't bad either, just nicer in grey.

  • @gguy9oct
    @gguy9oct 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi Mat, I am recently exposed to your channel and I appreciate the way you cover all aspects of a car including 5 positives, negatives and all your videos are witty and just around 15 minutes which keeps it engaging. I just have a small request if I may, can you also include one aspect of annual maintenance cost (wear and tear) which could help buyers like us to make a firm decision. Not that we will buy car based on your verdict 😛 but can help us which brand to avoid for not wasting time. 😊
    All the best to your channel and I am a subscriber now.😊
    Many thanks.
    GG.

  • @TextuRePro
    @TextuRePro 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    3:43 BMW kept the handbrake for the same reason they have their cars RWD not because it's old. My Family members 2012 5 series has an electronic brake... It's all about the fun/luxury.

  • @khaledkri
    @khaledkri 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    when we will see the peugot 508 review i'm really confused now between A5 and 508 :/