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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes A Class?

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • only slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class

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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is only slightly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 211 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class offers markedly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is barely lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers somewhat more boot space – 430 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 485 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class is far ahead overall 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 £32,600
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes A Class

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Mercedes A Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 - 170 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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