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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Volvo S60?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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Volvo S60

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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,793 £.

Both cars consume an average of 0.7 L/100km – no difference here.

As for electric range, the Volvo S60 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 94 km, about 6 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers marginally more boot space – 427 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries only slightly more – 490 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 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 £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 94 km
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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