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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Mazda 2 Hybrid comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Mazda 2 Hybrid?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Mazda 2 Hybrid: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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.

Mazda 2 Hybrid is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,444 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 2 Hybrid with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

2 Hybrid

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 substantially more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 204 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 Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

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, Mazda 2 Hybrid is markedly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers visibly more boot space – 395 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 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
Mazda 2 Hybrid

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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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Mazda 2 Hybrid

The Mazda 2 Hybrid brings Mazda’s trademark driving flair to the city, combining smooth, efficient running with unexpectedly eager handling that keeps short trips engaging. Compact, nicely finished and sensible on running costs, it’s a clever choice for buyers who want the economy of a small car without sacrificing cabin quality or personality.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Mazda 2 Hybrid

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
22,300 - 28,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
87 - 93 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
1,180 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
286 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
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Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

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