Compare performance (320 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or McLaren GT Series?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 142,993 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 11.2 L/100km.
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 McLaren GT Series offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers clearly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes A Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is marginally lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers marginally more boot space – 420 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.
The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
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Price
175,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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co2
270 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
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Curb weight
1,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,796 mm
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Width
2,045 mm
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 490 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Torque
630 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
McLaren
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