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Kia Sportage vs Mercedes A Class comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Mercedes A Class?
Kia Sportage vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sportage
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.
Kia Sportage is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,434 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes A Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 19 km more than the Kia Sportage.
A Class
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 offers markedly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 133 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 Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Sportage
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 is only slightly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers substantially more boot space – 587 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 237 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class is far ahead 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.
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Mercedes A Class
Kia Sportage
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Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.
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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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Kia Sportage
Mercedes A Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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