I chose the A-Class Mercedes mainly for the saftey features of the car (not that
I expect you to crash it!).
The A-Class has full side and front airbag and the 'Sandwich Concept'
feature that slides the engine and transmission unit away from the passengers in the event of a
crash.
Also the seating position of the The A-Class sits 20 cm higher than conventional car,
this allows excellent all-round visibility (very handy for reversing round corners and parallel parking).
It is also an extremely nice car.