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Kia Niro vs Mercedes A-Class – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Mercedes A-Class?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Niro has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes A-Class performs distinct better – achieving up to 85 km, about 23 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 320 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is minimal lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers distinct more room – 451 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs a bit better – up to 1445 L, which is about 255 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class minimal takes the win – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes A-Class

  • 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 : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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Kia Niro

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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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