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Kia Sportage vs Mercedes A-Class – Which model is better for everyday use?
Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Mercedes A-Class?
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia Sportage has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 2100 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.
A-Class
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
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 has a evident edge – offering 320 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 450 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is minimal lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers convincingly more room – 587 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 237 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1776 L, which is about 586 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage slightly takes the win – 580 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes A-Class proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £32,300
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
Mercedes A-Class
Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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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
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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 - 239 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?
The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.