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A used anti roll bar that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
No — the W168 and W169 are completely different generations with different subframe and suspension geometry, so the anti roll bars are not interchangeable. Always source a bar matched to your specific generation. Confirm the exact part reference with the breaker against your registration to be sure.
Yes, all generations of the A-Class — the W168 (1997–2004), W169 (2004–2012), and W176 (2012–2018) — are fitted with anti roll bars at both the front and rear axles as standard. The A-Class has always been a front-wheel-drive hatchback with a conventional multi-link or torsion-beam rear setup depending on generation, and anti roll bars are a standard part of that suspension package. You should confirm whether you need the front or rear bar when contacting a breaker.
Trim level alone does not determine which anti roll bar you need — the key factors are the generation and engine size, as heavier or more powerful variants can carry different suspension tuning. That said, if your car has Sport or AMG Line suspension versus standard suspension, there may be differences in bar diameter or stiffness, so confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assuming all trims share the same bar.
The W176 was facelifted in 2015 with styling updates but the core platform and suspension architecture remained the same generation. Many suspension components are shared across the pre- and post-facelift W176, but whether the anti roll bar itself is identical is worth verifying with the breaker against your registration before purchasing.
It can do — larger or more powerful engines add weight and alter the load on the suspension, which sometimes means a different bar specification is fitted. For the A-Class, confirm the engine size and variant of the donor car with the breaker and match it against your registration to be safe. This is especially relevant if you are comparing a smaller petrol engine car with a higher-output AMG or diesel variant.
No — the W169 and W176 are separate generations with different suspension designs, so their anti roll bars are not compatible. Always match the bar to the correct generation, and confirm the full details with the breaker against your registration before ordering.