Mercedes-Benz W168 Cloth / Leather Rear Right O/S Seat Backrest Sofa Slate Grey

Mercedes-Benz W168 Cloth / Leather Rear Right O/S Seat Backrest Sofa Slate Grey is an original interior component from the Seats and sofas group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the W168 A-Class model. The grey half-leather finish provides a cohesive, understated look for the cabin and comfortable support for the passenger. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory character of the interior while replacing a worn seat with a verified used part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1689208606
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1689208606
• Substitutable numbers: A1689208606, A 168 920 86 06
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the Mercedes-Benz W168

The presented seat has been designed specifically for the rear right section of the Mercedes A-Class W168 cabin, ensuring it maintains factory mounting geometry and the correct proportions of the seat cushion and backrest. Its placement in the rear right zone of the vehicle allows for seamless replacement of the original seat without interfering with the body structure or safety systems. The grey upholstery color facilitates integration with the stock interior design, especially in configurations featuring a neutral, elegant tone.

Half-leather construction and user comfort

The half-leather finish combines the advantages of textile material and leather surfaces, ensuring a balanced level of comfort in daily use. Areas most prone to wear are covered with high-durability material, which promotes a longer lifespan for the seat, while other parts of the upholstery provide a pleasant contact surface. This configuration is particularly beneficial in cars used both in the city and on longer routes, where stable support and seating ergonomics are essential for passenger comfort.

Visual characteristics and interior integration

The grey shade of the upholstery allows for stylistic consistency with factory cockpit elements, door panels, and other seats in the cabin. The neutral color scheme works well with both light and dark finishes, making the seat suitable both as a replacement part and as part of a broader interior upgrade. The half-leather finish gives the interior a more organized and refined character, which is highly valued by users who care about the aesthetics and functionality of the cabin.

Practical application of the rear right seat

The rear right seat in the Mercedes W168 plays an important role in daily vehicle use, especially when transporting passengers on both short and long trips. The properly contoured seat cushion and backrest promote a stable position while driving, and the compatibility with the factory mounting system facilitates installation and potential removal if needed. Using an original seat from the same model series allows for maintaining structural and visual consistency of the interior, which is significant for both utility and potential vehicle resale.

Benefits of choosing an original used seat

Choosing an original used seat for the Mercedes W168 is a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the factory parameters of an interior component. This type of component allows for restoring full functionality to the rear right part of the cabin without the need for aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment. For many users, it is also important that original seats from dismantling retain the ergonomics and finish characteristic of the Mercedes brand, which translates into predictable performance in daily operation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your Mercedes and need other items from the same group, such as additional cushions, backrests, or sofa modules, check out the available parts in the Mercedes seats and sofas category.

To better plan your cabin refresh and evaluate the impact of replacing seats on driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle, it is worth reading our guide: Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.