What do you think of this A220 build?
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What do you think of this A220 build?
I'm looking at this build. I've never owned a Mercedes before. Curious if anyone has feedback on my choices (if I picked things that aren't generally worth it or missed something that most people would suggest). I don't mind if it's just opinions.
A 220 4MATIC Sedan
Total: $45,615
Night Black
Macchiato Beige MB-Tex
Packages:
Exterior Lighting Package
Premium Package
Multimedia Package
Driver Assistance Package
Parking Assistance Package
Mercedes me connect services (3 years included)
Mercedes me connect Assist Services
Options & Accessories:
Heated and ventilated front seats
KEYLESS-GO
Inductive wireless charging and NFC pairing
Head-Up Display
Burmester Surround Sound System
Garage door opener
A 220 4MATIC Sedan
Total: $45,615
Night Black
Macchiato Beige MB-Tex
Packages:
Exterior Lighting Package
Premium Package
Multimedia Package
Driver Assistance Package
Parking Assistance Package
Mercedes me connect services (3 years included)
Mercedes me connect Assist Services
Options & Accessories:
Heated and ventilated front seats
KEYLESS-GO
Inductive wireless charging and NFC pairing
Head-Up Display
Burmester Surround Sound System
Garage door opener
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A220
so far...not great. We find the driver side A pillar trim is falling apart while we heading home when we first pick up the car. It was late so we didn't spot it until we get on the road. The glovebox also rattle at 35 mph constantly..But the mechanic of the car feel solid and great and resemble my previous E350 to be honest. It drives very solid
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2019 A220 4MATIC
I'm looking at this build. I've never owned a Mercedes before. Curious if anyone has feedback on my choices (if I picked things that aren't generally worth it or missed something that most people would suggest). I don't mind if it's just opinions.
A 220 4MATIC Sedan
Total: $45,615
Night Black
Macchiato Beige MB-Tex
Packages:
Exterior Lighting Package
Premium Package
Multimedia Package
Driver Assistance Package
Parking Assistance Package
Mercedes me connect services (3 years included)
Mercedes me connect Assist Services
Options & Accessories:
Heated and ventilated front seats
KEYLESS-GO
Inductive wireless charging and NFC pairing
Head-Up Display
Burmester Surround Sound System
Garage door opener
A 220 4MATIC Sedan
Total: $45,615
Night Black
Macchiato Beige MB-Tex
Packages:
Exterior Lighting Package
Premium Package
Multimedia Package
Driver Assistance Package
Parking Assistance Package
Mercedes me connect services (3 years included)
Mercedes me connect Assist Services
Options & Accessories:
Heated and ventilated front seats
KEYLESS-GO
Inductive wireless charging and NFC pairing
Head-Up Display
Burmester Surround Sound System
Garage door opener
Ultimately, I opted not to get the Exterior Lighting Package because the headlights are already LED as standard, and I don't do enough night driving in places that are dark enough or curvy enough to warrant paying $900 for bending LEDs or the adaptive high beam feature. I also chose not to get the Head-Up Display because I didn't think it was worth the price.
For cosmetic upgrades, I picked the 18" 5-spoke wheels and the ambient lighting. Based on all the video reviews I've seen, the 17" wheels look a lot better than I thought they would, but I decided I'd rather have the (mostly) all black look the other wheels provide. If you don't care about this stuff, definitely don't spend your money on it.
Other thoughts: I debated on the multicontour seats, but decided it wasn't worth it since they aren't massaging. I haven't actually sat in them so I don't know what the bolster adjustments are like, but the seats I sat in were already comfortable enough that I'm not worried about it.
Good luck on your build, and whatever you do, negotiate on the price with multiple dealers before you place the order.
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I did a custom order that is very similar to this. I am very interested in the full suite of technology and none of the cars in stock in my region include the Driver Assistance or Parking Assistance packages. Currently expecting to take delivery in mid-June. This will be my first Mercedes-Benz as well, but I previously leased a 2016 smart fortwo from my local MB dealership.
Ultimately, I opted not to get the Exterior Lighting Package because the headlights are already LED as standard, and I don't do enough night driving in places that are dark enough or curvy enough to warrant paying $900 for bending LEDs or the adaptive high beam feature. I also chose not to get the Head-Up Display because I didn't think it was worth the price.
For cosmetic upgrades, I picked the 18" 5-spoke wheels and the ambient lighting. Based on all the video reviews I've seen, the 17" wheels look a lot better than I thought they would, but I decided I'd rather have the (mostly) all black look the other wheels provide. If you don't care about this stuff, definitely don't spend your money on it.
Other thoughts: I debated on the multicontour seats, but decided it wasn't worth it since they aren't massaging. I haven't actually sat in them so I don't know what the bolster adjustments are like, but the seats I sat in were already comfortable enough that I'm not worried about it.
Good luck on your build, and whatever you do, negotiate on the price with multiple dealers before you place the order.
Ultimately, I opted not to get the Exterior Lighting Package because the headlights are already LED as standard, and I don't do enough night driving in places that are dark enough or curvy enough to warrant paying $900 for bending LEDs or the adaptive high beam feature. I also chose not to get the Head-Up Display because I didn't think it was worth the price.
For cosmetic upgrades, I picked the 18" 5-spoke wheels and the ambient lighting. Based on all the video reviews I've seen, the 17" wheels look a lot better than I thought they would, but I decided I'd rather have the (mostly) all black look the other wheels provide. If you don't care about this stuff, definitely don't spend your money on it.
Other thoughts: I debated on the multicontour seats, but decided it wasn't worth it since they aren't massaging. I haven't actually sat in them so I don't know what the bolster adjustments are like, but the seats I sat in were already comfortable enough that I'm not worried about it.
Good luck on your build, and whatever you do, negotiate on the price with multiple dealers before you place the order.
Thanks for the info. Do you mind sharing what you ended up paying?
I debated on the exterior lighting package, too. We live in an area where when it's dark it's *really* dark (few street lights) so I thought this may be handy. I'm unsure how gimmicky this is, though, so if anyone has experience, I'd love to hear.
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I test drove essentially the model you've listed here (decided to go a different direction, but it was a tough choice). I fully agree with Zac - the HUD doesn't seem super useful to me (though it's better than others I've seen), and the utility of the exterior lighting package probably just depends on where you live. But if those are things you think you'll want, that looks like a great build.
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2019 A220 4MATIC
Thanks for the info. Do you mind sharing what you ended up paying?
I debated on the exterior lighting package, too. We live in an area where when it's dark it's *really* dark (few street lights) so I thought this may be handy. I'm unsure how gimmicky this is, though, so if anyone has experience, I'd love to hear.
I debated on the exterior lighting package, too. We live in an area where when it's dark it's *really* dark (few street lights) so I thought this may be handy. I'm unsure how gimmicky this is, though, so if anyone has experience, I'd love to hear.
