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Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably 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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,150 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 422 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

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 Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

Kona

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, Hyundai Kona is marginally lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers moderately more boot space – 466 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 490 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • 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 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
Hyundai Kona
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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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 Kona
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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