Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Front Console Ashtray Insert Ash Tray A1688130058

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Front Console Ashtray Insert Ash Tray is an original interior component designed for installation in the front part of the cabin, within the center console. The used ashtray insert allows for maintaining a consistent cockpit appearance while providing a functional and aesthetic space for ash or small accessories. Thanks to its neutral black color scheme, it perfectly complements most interior configurations of the Mercedes A-Class W168.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1688130058
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688130058
• Substitutable numbers: A1688130058, A 168 813 00 58, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the cockpit

The ashtray insert is designed to work in the front console area, in a zone accessible to both the driver and the passenger. This element is an integral part of the interior trim, belonging to the group of components classified as Dashboards along with the center console and adjacent panels.

A properly selected ashtray insert allows for:

• maintaining the factory layout and ergonomics of the cockpit,
• reducing dirt within the console area,
• preserving the consistent interior styling characteristic of the Mercedes brand.

Color and visual fit

The black shade of the insert has been selected to harmonize with typical upholstery and panel configurations in the Mercedes A-Class W168. This color minimizes the visibility of minor dirt while facilitating integration with other console and dashboard elements.

As a result, the ashtray does not visually stand out from its surroundings but creates a coherent, orderly fragment of the cockpit, which is important for both aesthetic and practical reasons.

Functional characteristics of the used component

The offered ashtray insert is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for further installation suitability. This type of component is a good choice for interior servicing when you want to maintain the original vehicle specification at a reasonable cost.

In the case of interior elements such as the ashtray insert, using a pre-owned part allows for:

• maintaining the original character of the cabin,
• reducing the costs of repairing or refreshing the console,
• maintaining compatibility with factory mounts and guides.

Dashboard integration and ergonomics

The ashtray mounted in the front part of the console works with other elements of the Dashboards group, such as control panels, storage compartments, or decorative frames. A correctly selected insert ensures smooth opening and closing, as well as convenient access from the driver's position, without interfering with adjacent components.

Such a solution allows for maintaining the ergonomics intended by the vehicle manufacturer, which is important both in daily use and in the event of any further interior expansion or modernization.

Expanding cockpit work on your Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, covers, or additional trim modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

To better plan interior work in conjunction with comfort systems, such as ventilation or heating, a service guide describing the selection and operation of components responsible for cabin conditions may be helpful – you can find it in the article Air conditioning and heating – part selection and maintenance for year-round comfort.