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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes A Class?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • clearly more trunk space

Mercedes A Class

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

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

4 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.

Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,117 £.

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 Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 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 Mercedes A Class offers very slightly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is marginally faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes A Class tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

4 Series Gran 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is moderately lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 470 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,290 L, about 165 L more than the Mercedes A Class.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 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 : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes A Class

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4,783 mm
Length
4,428 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
1,442 mm
Height
1,423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic 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 - 392 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
225 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 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
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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