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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Renault Mégane?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Renault Mégane

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  • significantly more electric range
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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.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is only slightly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,336 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers significantly more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 364 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

Mégane

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 clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers very slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly 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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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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