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Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Mercedes A Class?

Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

Mercedes A Class

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter

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

Gladiator

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,860 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class is noticeably faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the Jeep Gladiator tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers somewhat more torque with 600 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is substantially lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 920 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class 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 £32,600
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/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes A Class

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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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 Gladiator
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,400 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
257 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
4,428 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
1,423 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
Payload
565 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
225 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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