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Jeep Compass vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 32600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Mercedes A Class?

Jeep Compass vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

Mercedes A Class

  • hardly perceptible cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • evident more efficient
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • to a small extent lighter

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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes A Class has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32600 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1632 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 3 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass performs significantly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 415 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class has a significantly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class performs a bit better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls noticeable stronger with 500 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

Compass

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 curb weight, Mercedes A Class is to a small extent lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Compass offers clearly perceptible more room – 550 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Compass performs distinct better – up to 1561 L, which is about 436 L more than the Mercedes A Class.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

Jeep Compass
Mercedes A Class

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Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.50 kWh
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Jeep Compass
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 43200 £
Price
32600 - 66500 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1667 - 2198 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4552 mm
Length
4428 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1796 - 1850 mm
Height
1675 mm
Height
1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
225 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1596 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Jeep Compass have?

The Jeep Compass is available as Front-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.