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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Mercedes A Class?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,632 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes A Class takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes A Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is a bit lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers noticeably more boot space – 440 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class is clearly superior 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
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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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BMW is the best

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Mercedes A Class

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,200 - 93,900 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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