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Mercedes A-Class Saloon vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (32700 £ vs 31800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class Saloon or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Mercedes A-Class Saloon

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £, while the Mercedes A-Class Saloon costs 32700 £. That’s a price difference of around 921 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.20 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon has a slight edge – offering 320 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class Saloon pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class Saloon is barely noticeable lighter – 1450 kg compared to 1495 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers slight more room – 430 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class Saloon slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 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.

from about £32,700
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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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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Price
31800 - 51200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Curb weight
1495 - 1650 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Length
4546 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Height
1445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes A-Class Saloon?

The Mercedes A-Class Saloon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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