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Ford Puma vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Mercedes A Class?

Ford Puma vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Puma is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,654 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers considerably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 332 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

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 substantially more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 253 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

Puma

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, Ford Puma is marginally lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 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
Ford Puma
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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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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Ford Puma
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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