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Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (520 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (48,000 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Giulia or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Giulia

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  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Giulia

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Giulia costs 48,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,279 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Giulia with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

A Class Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Alfa Romeo Giulia offers markedly more power – delivering 520 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alfa Romeo Giulia is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alfa Romeo Giulia delivers visibly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Giulia

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Giulia offers a bit more boot space – 480 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Giulia carries barely more – 535 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Alfa Romeo Giulia
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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Alfa Romeo Giulia

The Alfa Romeo Giulia captivates with its stunning Italian design and dynamic performance, representing a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness. Its engaging driving experience, characterised by precise handling and responsive steering, appeals to enthusiasts who crave the thrill of the road. Inside, the Giulia showcases a beautifully crafted interior that combines luxury with cutting-edge technology, making every journey a delight.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Alfa Romeo Giulia
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,000 - 88,300 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
141 - 229 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,640 - 1,735 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
480 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
-
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,874 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
-
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 535 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 520 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
470 - 600 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
154 - 382 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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