So called premium brands Audi,BMW and maybe volvo will hike prices up now,under the illusion mercedes customers will go to them.From numerous posts on here ,there are those who choose these brands over practicality based on the badge only..The A class and cla were not practical in anyway ,engines week,low height, small interior and boot space minmal. Those who have placed orders from mercedes recently, i dread to think ot the wait times and customer service quality they will receive going forward.