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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Renault Express?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Renault Express: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Express

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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat 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.

Renault Express is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,596 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes A Class Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 218 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 Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 83 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 210 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: Mercedes A Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is somewhat lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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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