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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 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
129 - 148 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
-
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
458 - 496 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol 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, 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
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 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
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 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
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.