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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Mercedes A-Class – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback 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 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.

Mazda 3 Hatchback has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.30 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 has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 134 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 Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls clearly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 210 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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1419 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers barely noticeable more room – 351 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes A-Class performs a bit better – up to 1190 L, which is about 164 L more than the Mazda 3 Hatchback.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 485 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be dominates this comparison 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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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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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
24500 - 35500 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

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

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Hatchback have?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is available as 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.