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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or SsangYong Tivoli?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly 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.

SsangYong Tivoli is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,301 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Tivoli tops out at 181 km/h. The difference is around 69 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 170 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, SsangYong Tivoli is very slightly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers clearly more boot space – 720 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 325 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 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
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

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
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
425 - 455 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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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