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Mazda CX-30 vs Mercedes A Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Mercedes A Class?

Mazda CX-30

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Mercedes A Class

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

CX-30

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 CX-30 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

A Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class has a decisively 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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.

CX-30

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 slight lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers to a small extent more room – 430 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 hardly perceptible takes the win – 496 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Mazda CX-30
Mercedes A Class

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A Class

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

Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury 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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Mazda CX-30
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 36800 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
129 - 148 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
-
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
458 - 496 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
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
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
What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.