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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs CUPRA Raval comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or CUPRA Raval?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs CUPRA Raval: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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CUPRA Raval

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • a bit more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

CUPRA Raval is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,479 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Raval offers substantially more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 356 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

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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 Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers visibly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 160 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 somewhat lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers a bit more boot space – 441 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval 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.

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Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 300 - 444 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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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
CUPRA Raval

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
300 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
470 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
CUPRA
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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