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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Toyota C-HR?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

Toyota C-HR

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  • moderately cheaper
  • moderately more trunk space

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.

Toyota C-HR is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,587 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 22 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

C-HR

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 97 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 Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is very slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers moderately more boot space – 447 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries a bit more – 490 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 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
Toyota C-HR

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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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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
52 - 116 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
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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