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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Fiat Scudo comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Fiat Scudo?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Fiat Scudo: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Fiat Scudo

  • only slightly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably 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.

Fiat Scudo is only slightly cheaper – starting at 30,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,815 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Fiat Scudo with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat Scudo offers substantially more range – reaching up to 352 km, about 264 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Fiat Scudo takes 10.5 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers moderately 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.

Seats: Fiat Scudo offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Scudo offers considerably more boot space – 800 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 405 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Scudo carries significantly more – 1,805 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,315 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon stands well ahead of its rival 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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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
30,900 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 800 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,920 - 2,010 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
840 - 1,805 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Fiat
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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