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Hyundai Nexo vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Hyundai Nexo vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,193 £.

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 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Nexo

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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries only slightly more – 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 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
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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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Reviews Hyundai Nexo

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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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Reviews Mercedes A Class Saloon

5 (1 Reviews)
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KHL
3 Aug 2026, 16:55:42

The Mercedes is superior to the BMW 1 Series in (almost) every respect. The 1 Series BMW, however, is designed differently, so everyone can pick out what he/she needs.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
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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
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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