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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Peugeot 5008 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Peugeot 5008?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Peugeot 5008: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Peugeot 5008

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • considerably more electric range
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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:

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

Mercedes A Class Saloon is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Peugeot 5008 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,587 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 5008 with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 5008 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 669 km, about 581 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

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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 Peugeot 5008 offers only slightly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Peugeot 5008 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 5008 delivers moderately more torque with 511 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 61 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.

Seats: Peugeot 5008 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,700 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers moderately more boot space – 395 L compared to 348 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 5008 carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 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
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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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The Peugeot 5008 blends Peugeot's sharp design with the space and versatility families actually need, wrapping clever packaging and a premium-feeling cabin in a crisp, SUV-like silhouette. It drives with more poise than you'd expect from a people carrier, serves up practical touches and flexible seating for everyday chaos, and still looks good when parked outside the school gates.

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14 Dec 2025, 08:41:40

The family car par excellence: a big boot, three equal and adjustable seats in the second row, two extra easily accessible seats, an engine that’s more than adequate... everything is excellent except for the slightly high price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
39,300 - 54,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
78 - 669 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,700 - 2,344 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
294 - 348 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
596 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

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