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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Ford Puma?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Puma

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly 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:

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.

Ford Puma is noticeably cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,807 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers significantly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 329 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

Puma

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is somewhat lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers clearly more boot space – 523 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 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
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
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Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

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