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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs MINI MINI comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or MINI MINI?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs MINI MINI: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • moderately more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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MINI MINI

  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally 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:

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

MINI MINI is markedly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,864 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI MINI offers considerably more range – reaching up to 391 km, about 303 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

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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 moderately more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI MINI is marginally lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers markedly more boot space – 395 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is far ahead 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.

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
MINI MINI

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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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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
MINI MINI

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
24,900 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
36.6 - 49.2 kWh
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
2 - 3
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
3,858 - 3,879 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,431 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
725 - 800 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
345 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
156 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

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