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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Genesis G80 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Genesis G80?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Genesis G80: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Genesis G80

  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,564 £.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 482 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

G80

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 Genesis G80 offers somewhat more power – delivering 370 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 50 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 Genesis G80 takes 5.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G80 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 250 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 960 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers somewhat more boot space – 395 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 490 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G80 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £64,300
G80

Genesis G80

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 370 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 570 km
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Genesis G80

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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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Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Genesis G80

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
570 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
490 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
370 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
272 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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