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Fiat Panda vs Mercedes A-Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (70 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (14100 £ vs 32300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or Mercedes A-Class?

Fiat Panda

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes A-Class

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Panda has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14100 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 18128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 9.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 86 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls clearly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 358 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes A-Class offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat Panda is clearly perceptible lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A-Class offers clearly perceptible more room – 350 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes A-Class performs noticeable better – up to 1190 L, which is about 320 L more than the Fiat Panda.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class distinct takes the win – 485 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,300
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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Fiat Panda
Mercedes A-Class

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Fiat Panda

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
14100 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
113 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1055 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
3635 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1643 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1551 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
365 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Fiat Panda offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.