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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Skoda Kamiq?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Kamiq

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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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 Kamiq is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,453 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 150 HP. That’s roughly 170 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 Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.3 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:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is slightly lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 219 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers very slightly more boot space – 400 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries marginally more – 539 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Skoda Kamiq

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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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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 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 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
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Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
439 - 539 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 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
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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