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Kia XCeed vs Mercedes A-Class Saloon – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia XCeed or Mercedes A-Class Saloon fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 XCeed has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Mercedes A-Class Saloon costs 32700 £. That’s a price difference of around 9587 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 5.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Saloon has a convincingly 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 Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia XCeed tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class Saloon pulls clearly 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, Kia XCeed is hardly perceptible lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1450 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers hardly perceptible more room – 426 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class Saloon barely noticeable takes the win – 490 kg compared to 479 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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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
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Kia XCeed

The Kia XCeed offers a stylish and modern design, blending the sportiness of a coupé with the practicality of an SUV. Its interior is well-crafted, featuring high-quality materials and a range of advanced technology to enhance the driving experience. With an emphasis on comfort and efficiency, the XCeed provides a compelling option for those seeking a versatile and dynamic vehicle.

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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon exudes a refined elegance, combining sleek design with a spacious interior that offers remarkable comfort for its passengers. Its advanced technology seamlessly integrates into the driving experience, providing both safety and convenience. This model continues to showcase Mercedes-Benz's commitment to delivering luxury within a compact framework.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 479 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

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

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Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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