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    2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

    Used from

    $34,700 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    N/A

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    6.9 - 8.2 L / 100km

    About the Mercedes-Benz A-Class

    Last updated Jul 01, 2025

    The 2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a Small Luxury offered in both 3D hatchback and 5D Mini MPV body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $34,700 for the Classic variant and topping out at $48,600 for the Avantgarde.

    There are 3 variants of the A-Class available in Australia and this generation went on sale in June of 2007.

    Engine options include 1.7L multi-point injection (85kW/155Nm), 2.0L multi-point injection (100kW/185Nm) and 2.0L turbo multi-point injection (142kW/280Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The 2008 A-Class was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    69.75 - 110.28 kW/t
    56.64 kW/t
    142.7 kW/t
    Boot Space
    435 litres
    260 litres
    544 litres
    Price
    $34,700 - $48,600
    $33,950
    $70,746
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 2 years
    New this year
    6 years

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    2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Price

    Classic

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$37,200
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$37,500
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$40,700
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$41,020
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$34,700
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$35,000
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$38,200
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$38,520

    Avantgarde

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$39,700
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$40,030
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$43,200
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$43,550
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$42,300
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$42,580
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$44,800
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$45,100
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$45,800
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$46,080
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$48,300
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$48,600
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$42,200
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$42,530
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$45,700
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$46,050
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$44,800
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$45,080
    2.0L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$47,300
    2.0L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$47,600

    Elegance

    ConfigurationPrice From*
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$42,200
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$42,530
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$45,700
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$46,050
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$44,800
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$45,080
    2.0L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$47,300
    2.0L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWD$47,600
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$39,700
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$40,030
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$43,200
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$43,550
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$42,300
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$42,580
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$44,800
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$45,100
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$45,800
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$46,080
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$48,300
    2.0L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD$48,600
    *excl. on-roads

    All Mercedes-Benz A-Class Pricing

    YearPrice From*Price To*
    2026$57,500$128,400
    2025$56,900$128,400
    2024$61,900$119,900
    2023$49,890$115,800
    2022$49,889$100,300
    *excl. on-roads
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    2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class

    Classic

    • Antenna
      • Type: Roof
    • Audio system
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Flexible
    • Cool storage compartment
      • Type: By Air Conditioning Vent
    • Cruise control
      • Speed Limiter
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Colour: Black
      • Heated
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Height Adjustment
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Tilt Adjustment
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Active
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.9
      • Headroom Front: 989
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.7
      • Headroom Rear: 983
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56
      • Hip Room Front: 1422
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.9
      • Hip Room Rear: 1444
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.6
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1411
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 54.4
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1381
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Hooks
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power steering
      • Type: Electric
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Removable
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Tip/tumble
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Reposition/remove Rear Seat: 1 Or 2
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Plastic
    • Ventilation system
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 48
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor

    Avantgarde

    Adds to Classic:
    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
      • Rear Outlet
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Chrome/bright trim
      • On Bumpers
      • On Side Of Body
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1433
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 57
      • Hip Room Rear: 1448
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1412
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 54.5
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1385
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
    Removes from Classic:
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Black
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56
      • Hip Room Front: 1422
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.9
      • Hip Room Rear: 1444
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1411
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 54.4
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1381
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Plastic

    Elegance

    Adds to Avantgarde:
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Dash: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    Removes from Avantgarde:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    See all 2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Specs

    2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Towing Capacity

    YearBraked Capacity fromBraked Capacity to
    20241500Kg1500Kg
    20231400Kg1800Kg
    20221400Kg1800Kg
    20211600Kg1800Kg
    20201600Kg1800Kg
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    2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Fuel Economy

    There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class

    The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Avantgarde with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.7L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 6.9L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The Mercedes-Benz A-Class that uses the most amount of fuel is the Elegance with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 8.2L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the Mercedes-Benz A-Class variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    Mercedes-Benz A-ClassFuel TypeCombined
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded6.9 L/100km
    1.7L, Automatic, 5-door Mini Mpv, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded7.1 L/100km
    1.7L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded6.9 L/100km
    1.7L, Automatic, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded7.1 L/100km
    See all Mercedes-Benz A-Class Fuel Economy

    2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

    The Mercedes-Benz A-Class offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

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    Mercedes-Benz A-Class FAQs

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Classic that starts from $34,700.

    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Elegance that starts from $48,600.

    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz A-Class is null kg offered by the following variants: Classic, Avantgarde and Elegance.

    The largest Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Classic which measures 1764mm wide, 3838mm in length and sits 1593mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Avantgarde which has 142kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Avantgarde which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mercedes-Benz A-Class uses premium unleaded.

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