Compare performance (158 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 32700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Mercedes A Class Saloon?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Duster has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16444 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes A Class Saloon has a significantly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class Saloon pulls decisively stronger with 450 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Duster is slight lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1450 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers evident more room – 517 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class Saloon hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.
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.
The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.
detailsThe 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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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
32700 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
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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
0.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
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Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4558 - 4570 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1413 - 1429 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
475 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.