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Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 32600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes A Class?

Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • clearly cheaper
  • decisively more electric range
  • barely noticeable lighter
  • distinct more trunk space

Mercedes A Class

  • convincingly more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9511 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs decisively better – achieving up to 514 km, about 429 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class has a convincingly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class performs evident better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls significantly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

Kona

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 curb weight, Hyundai Kona is barely noticeable lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers distinct more room – 466 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs to a small extent better – up to 1300 L, which is about 175 L more than the Mercedes A Class.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class comes out modestly ahead 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.

Hyundai Kona
Mercedes A Class

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A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km

Hyundai Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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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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Hyundai Kona
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
32600 - 66500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4355 - 4385 mm
Length
4428 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1796 - 1850 mm
Height
1580 mm
Height
1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
225 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.