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Kia Niro vs Mercedes A Class Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (138 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 32700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

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

Niro

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 Saloon costs 32700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3587 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

A Class Saloon

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 Saloon has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.10 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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

Niro

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 Saloon is barely noticeable lighter – 1450 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers a bit more room – 451 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class Saloon slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is decisively ahead 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.

Kia Niro
Mercedes A Class Saloon

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 88 km

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 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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Kia Niro
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 33800 £
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
1.30 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 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
1474 kg
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1445 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
466 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full 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 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 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
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro 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.