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

Mercedes W168 Rear Seat Right O/S Cloth / Leather Seat Backrest Sofa Slate Grey is an original component from the Seats and sofas category, designed for the rear, right side of the passenger cabin. The grey part-leather finish ensures a consistent look with the factory interior, while allowing for a functional replacement of a worn seat without interfering with the vehicle's structure. This is a practical solution for users who value maintaining the character of the Mercedes-Benz W168 interior while optimizing costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1689208606-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1689208606
• Substitutable numbers: A1689208606, A 168 920 86 06
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the Mercedes-Benz W168

The presented seat is designed as a component for the rear, right part of the cabin in the Mercedes-Benz W168 model. Its placement in the rear passenger zone allows for a direct replacement of the existing seat, while maintaining factory mounting points and interior geometry. As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for body structure modifications or interference with safety systems.

The grey upholstery color helps maintain a uniform interior aesthetic, especially in vehicles factory-equipped with a similar tone. The use of part-leather combines easier surface cleaning with the comfort typical of textile materials.

Construction, material, and ergonomics of the part-leather

The seat belongs to the Seats and sofas category, meaning it is constructed to provide stable support for the passenger's back and pelvis during daily use. The load-bearing structure works with factory floor mounting points, and the backrest profile is adapted to the W168 interior geometry, which reduces the risk of improper seat positioning relative to seat belts.

The part-leather finish represents a compromise between durability and comfort. Leather sections facilitate cleaning and limit dirt absorption, while textile sections improve surface breathability during longer journeys. This configuration is particularly beneficial in vehicles used intensively, where both aesthetics and practicality matter.

Functional characteristics and application in the rear right part of the cabin

The placement of the seat in the rear, right part of the vehicle is important for both ergonomics and passenger safety. The seat construction is adapted to work in this specific area of the cabin, taking into account legroom, door sill lines, and the seat belt layout. Consequently, the seat maintains the correct position relative to the side of the body and the rear bench, which translates into predictable behavior during daily operation.

The grey color of the upholstery promotes a neutral interior feel and blends well with most factory color configurations used in the Mercedes-Benz W168. This solution allows for the replacement of a single element without the need to interfere with other seats, which is advantageous both technically and economically.

Condition, origin, and assembly aspects

The seat comes from the secondary market and is a used component, which allows for reduced repair or interior modernization costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are popular choices in situations where the existing seat has suffered mechanical wear, upholstery damage, or structural deformation.

The weight of the seat is adapted to the factory design assumptions of the W168 model, which is important for vehicle weight distribution and compatibility with safety systems. Installation is based on original mounting points, allowing the replacement process to be carried out in an orderly manner, in accordance with manufacturer standards.

Interior expansion and additional sources of knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, cushions, or additional sofa segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and sofas category.

Before deciding to replace a single seat, it is worth learning about the impact of branded seats from dismantling on driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle – this is discussed in detail in the article Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car, which will help you better plan your cabin modernization.