Here are 5 extras you should retrofit on a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatch.
Although the latest Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatch is still very new to the market, the German automaker has included a variety of extras you can fit the model to bolster your ownership experience. Here are five extras you should retrofit to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatch.
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is in its fourth generation and is available in sedan and hatchback body styles. The hatchback is offered in five derivatives if you don't count the Mercedes-AMG A35 and the powerful A45s models. Customers can opt between three engine configurations which encompass 1.3-litre and 2.0-litre, turbocharged, 4-cylinder petrol motors and a 2.0-litre, turbocharged, 4-cylinder diesel.
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Now if you bought one of these sporty hatchbacks new or are in the process of buying a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class, you might want to add a few extras that will bolster your ownership experience. For this, we have selected our top five extras from the catalogue and listed them below.
1. Folding table
Even though it is a hatchback, the rear occupant legroom and comfort is quite good in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. So while you are having all the fun upfront, why not give your rear passengers a handy table on which they can place items. The folding table attaches to the headrest of the front seat via a specific fitting that is separately available and works with other items on this list.
The table folds down to give rear occupants a platform on which tablets, laptops or even food can be placed during trips. A fold-away drinks holder is also incorporated to avoid any spills. This item not only serves adults well but also children.
2. Coat hanger
Fixed to the front headrest via that same separate fitting device is a coat hanger attachment. The coat hanger attachment allows you to conveniently hang your coat, jacket or shirt behind the seat and avoid creases. Traditionally owners would have to hang their clothing on hangers in front of the rear passenger window, however, this usually impaired blindspot visibility. This is ideal for the office commute or long trips.
3. Coolbox
Speaking of handy extras, the coolbox might seem unorthodox in a hatchback but if you are transporting children or go on long trips regularly then it is an ideal companion. The coolbox not only cools items to temperatures 20°C below ambient but can also keep hot meals nice and warm. The coolbox can be plugged into the 12V socket, however, with the optional rectifier, can also be plugged into a wall socket.
4. Side skirt
Not all your extras have to be practical, some could just be stylish. To bolster the exterior look and feel of your A-Class, why not consider sporty side skirts. The optional items see a small strip of glossy carbon fibre applied and add to the dynamic look of the vehicle. But if you are going to add this, you might want to consider the next item too.
5. B-pillar cover
Like with the side skirtings, Mercedes-Benz offers customers optional B-pillar covers that incorporates a carbon fibre pattern. The covers are finished in a clear gloss to expose the pattern but also give a 3D effect upon closer inspection. If you have specified the side skirts, the covers will continue on that theme.
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