Mercedes W245 Seat Rear Left Seat Bench Couch Leather Nappa Black

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Mercedes W245 Seat Rear Left Seat Bench Couch Leather Nappa Black is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation in the rear left section of the interior. Made of black Nappa leather, the seat ensures a cohesive cabin look, maintaining the factory character and comfort typical of the Mercedes brand. This is a solution for users who want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the rear bench without compromising on quality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1699201346
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1699201346
• Substitutable numbers: A1699201346, A 169 920 13 46
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented seat has been designed as a component of the rear left part of the bench in W245 series models, ensuring it maintains the correct proportions, shape, and mounting method. Its placement in the rear passenger zone allows for the precise restoration of the original seating layout, which is essential for both ergonomics and safety.

Its original Mercedes origin means that the seat geometry, foam profile, and stitching lines are consistent with the factory design. This facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of mismatching with the backrest, center tunnel, or door panels.

Material and finish

The seat is finished in black Nappa leather, providing the smooth, pleasant-to-the-touch material characteristic of this upholstery, as well as a subdued, elegant aesthetic. Leather upholstery is easy to keep clean while blending well with other interior elements in dark color schemes.

The black shade facilitates integration with factory cabin equipment – especially in configurations where the dashboard, door panels, and floor are kept in a similar tone. As a result, replacing a single seat does not cause visual differences between the segments of the rear bench.

Functional characteristics

As a rear bench component, the seat is responsible for the comfort of passengers on the left side of the second row. The profiling and construction have been adapted to typical passenger loads to ensure stable thigh and pelvic support during city driving and on longer trips.

• maintaining the factory seating position in the second row,
• consistent look with other bench segments,
• easier maintenance due to the smooth leather surface,
• aesthetic match for the black interior of the Mercedes W245.

The used nature of the item makes it a sensible solution for interior repairs when the existing seat is worn, mechanically damaged, or deformed.

Benefits of using an original seat

Using an original rear bench seat in a Mercedes W245 allows for maintaining the structural and visual consistency of the interior. Factory fitment limits the need for modifications and reduces the risk of improper installation, which could affect passenger comfort or the operation of the bench folding mechanisms.

Replacing a single seat module is particularly beneficial when the damage only affects the left side of the rear bench – it allows for restoring functionality and appearance without the need to interfere with other elements. For users concerned with maintaining vehicle value, preserving the original Nappa leather upholstery is a significant argument for potential future resale.

Interior expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bench seating area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as backrests, center segments, or additional seat modules, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.

For larger cabin changes, it is worth considering selecting other seats from dismantling to maintain a uniform finish standard. How properly selected seat components affect driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle is described in the article: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value. For users of older models who are looking for an alternative to components no longer available at authorized service centers, the guide on using parts from dismantling when components are unavailable at the ASO may also be helpful.