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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,321 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 592 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers substantially more torque with 770 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers marginally more boot space – 401 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.

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IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The 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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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