Compare performance (131 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or Mercedes A-Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Honda HR-V has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2520 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.10 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 has a decisively edge – offering 320 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 189 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 Honda HR-V takes 10.60 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda HR-V tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls clearly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 197 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, Mercedes A-Class is minimal lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1452 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A-Class offers hardly perceptible more room – 350 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Honda HR-V performs slight better – up to 1289 L, which is about 99 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class to a small extent takes the win – 485 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.
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.
The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29700 - 35400 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.40 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 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
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
122 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1452 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
319 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4355 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
-
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1582 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1289 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
418 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
131 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
253 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 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
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Honda HR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive.