Mercedes C219 Cup Holder Armrest Ashtray Housing Tray A2196800414

Mercedes C219 Cup Holder Armrest Ashtray Housing Tray is a practical interior accessory that organizes the space in the center console and improves the comfort of using beverages and the ashtray. The original design, tailored to Mercedes C219 series models, ensures a cohesive cockpit look, while the solid construction guarantees stable cup holding. This solution allows you to restore the factory functionality of the armrest and the aesthetics of the center console.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2196800414
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2196800414
• Substitutable numbers: A2196800414, A 219 680 04 14
• Category: Cup Holders

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented cup holder housing, integrated with the ashtray compartment, is a component mounted in the armrest area, in the central part of the vehicle's interior. It is responsible for:

• stable holding of cups and bottles while driving,
• ergonomic access to the ashtray in the center console,
• aesthetic covering of mechanisms and mounts in the armrest,
• maintaining the consistent interior styling line characteristic of the Mercedes brand. Thanks to the use of the original housing, the driver and passenger gain a convenient, organized workspace in the armrest area, which translates into more comfortable vehicle operation during daily driving.

Construction and functional features

The cup holder housing has been designed as an element matched to the geometry of the center console in C219 models. The construction provides space for cups and an integrated area for the ashtray, which allows for the logical arrangement of functions in a single module. The applied solutions ensure:

• secure cup guidance – properly shaped sockets limit the swaying of beverages,
• easy access to the ashtray without the need to take your eyes off the road for longer than necessary,
• consistent fit with other center console elements,
• preservation of the original Mercedes interior character, without the visual compromises typical of aftermarket replacements. Such a combination of functions in one module allows for reducing the number of separate elements in the interior and facilitates potential disassembly and service.

Benefits of using the original housing

Using the original cup holder with ashtray housing in a Mercedes C219 brings a number of practical benefits:

• factory fit – the element is designed for a specific platform, which minimizes the risk of looseness, rattles, and inaccurate fitting,
• preservation of the original interior look, which is important both aesthetically and for the future resale of the vehicle,
• ergonomic arrangement of functions within the armrest, improving driving comfort on longer routes,
• easier installation compared to universal solutions, thanks to factory-provided mounting points. Choosing the original housing from the Cup holders category is a way to restore the full functionality of the center console without interfering with the interior structure.

Condition of the element and practical application

The offered element comes from the group of used parts, which allows for an economical repair or completion of a missing module while maintaining original origin. This type of solution is particularly beneficial when the goal is to maintain the consistency of materials and colors in the cabin, while simultaneously reducing costs compared to new components. In practice, the cup holder armrest ashtray housing will work well both when replacing a damaged module and when completing the interior after repairs or modernization of the center console. Maintaining the original construction facilitates trouble-free installation in the factory location.

Support in selection and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the center console area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional holder modules, covers, or masking panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes Cup holders category. To better understand why choosing original used interior components can positively affect the vehicle's value upon resale, it is worth reading the guide: Original used parts vs. resale price – how not to lose money?.