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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Skoda Fabia?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Skoda Fabia

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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably 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.

Skoda Fabia is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,416 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 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 substantially more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 143 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 Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 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, Skoda Fabia is noticeably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers very slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries somewhat more – 490 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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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