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Fiat Panda vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (70 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or Mercedes A Class?

Fiat Panda vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes A Class

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Panda

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat Panda is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,434 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 351 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 10 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 408 Nm more.

Panda

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, Fiat Panda is clearly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers noticeably more boot space – 350 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries noticeably more – 485 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 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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Fiat Panda

The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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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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Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,100 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 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
-
co2
113 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
3,635 mm
Length
-
Width
1,643 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
1,551 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
92 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Fiat Panda?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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