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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Nissan Qashqai?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Qashqai is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,116 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

Qashqai

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers markedly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers visibly more boot space – 504 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries marginally more – 516 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 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
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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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karol
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Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 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, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes A Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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