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Mercedes A-Class Saloon vs Peugeot 308 – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class Saloon or Peugeot 308?

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

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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.

Peugeot 308 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £, while the Mercedes A-Class Saloon costs 32700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3484 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs decisively better – achieving up to 450 km, about 362 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 has a distinct edge – offering 320 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class Saloon pulls evident stronger with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mercedes A-Class Saloon is slight lighter – 1450 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 slight takes the win – 503 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class Saloon proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,700
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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
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon exudes a refined elegance, combining sleek design with a spacious interior that offers remarkable comfort for its passengers. Its advanced technology seamlessly integrates into the driving experience, providing both safety and convenience. This model continues to showcase Mercedes-Benz's commitment to delivering luxury within a compact framework.

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Peugeot 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes A-Class Saloon?

The Mercedes A-Class Saloon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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