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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison
Compare performance (392 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes A Class Saloon?
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences
4 Series Gran 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 Saloon is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,479 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.
A Class Saloon
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 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
4 Series Gran Coupe
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 1,695 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers somewhat more boot space – 470 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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 £32,700
Mercedes A Class Saloon
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes A Class Saloon
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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 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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 kg
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Payload
475 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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