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Jaguar E-Pace vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Pace

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.

Jaguar E-Pace is marginally cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 321 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Jaguar E-Pace with 1.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers visibly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 19 km more than the Jaguar E-Pace.

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 somewhat more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 51 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 Jaguar E-Pace takes 7.3 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Jaguar E-Pace tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers a bit more torque with 540 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

E-Pace

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 markedly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers visibly more boot space – 494 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries slightly more – 554 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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.

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
Jaguar E-Pace
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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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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Jaguar E-Pace
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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