Used Mercedes-Benz A-Class Rear Bumper

Both the 2013 and 2015 cars fall within the W176 generation (2012–2018), but Mercedes facelifted the A-Class in 2015, and pressing or styling changes around that point mean a pre-facelift and post-facelift bumper may not swap cleanly. Name the generation boundary to the breaker and confirm against both registration numbers before buying – never assume a same-generation part crosses a facelift year without checking.

No – the W168 (1997–2004), W169 (2004–2012) and W176 (2012–2018) are entirely separate platforms with completely different body structures, so their rear bumpers are not interchangeable. Always match the generation when sourcing from a breaker.

Yes, door count affects the rear body style and the bumper must match – a 3-door and a 5-door W176 A-Class do not share the same rear bumper. Tell the breaker your exact door count alongside the registration so they can pull the correct part.

Engine and trim level do not affect which bumper physically fits, so an SE bumper will mount to an AMG Line car of the same generation without modification. However, the AMG Line bumper carries a different styling with a more aggressive lower valance and diffuser-style finish, so a straight SE replacement on an AMG Line car will look noticeably different – worth discussing with the breaker if appearance matters to you.

No – the W177, launched in 2018, is a new generation with a completely revised body, so its rear bumper is not compatible with the W176. Make sure any second-hand bumper is sourced from the correct generation and confirm this with the breaker against your registration plate.

Vague listings are a common risk on used-parts sites – generation, body style, door count and facelift phase all determine whether a rear bumper is the correct one for your car. Give the breaker your full registration number so they can check the part against your specific vehicle rather than relying on a broad description.