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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 32,400 £ ) 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 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • very slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 364 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 Saloon offers very slightly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is very slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries only slightly more – 490 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is decisively ahead 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.

from £32,700
A Class Saloon

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/100km
  • 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
32,400 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 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
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,546 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,445 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
226 - 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
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes A Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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