2019 Mercedes A180

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A180 is the quintessential choice for a young corporate executive or professional seeking uncompromised modern luxury in a compact package. It traded the soft, traditional hatchback appearance of the previous generation for a sharp, aggressive shark-nose front fascia and a tech-heavy cabin that outclasses almost every rival in its segment. While its 104 mm ground clearance means you have to tackle urban speed bumps and potholes with an angled, cautious approach, it rewards owners with superb stability, high-speed composure, and incredibly low running costs. It sips fuel like a standard economy hatchback but commands the exact same premium presence and cabin prestige as Mercedes' most expensive executive cruisers.