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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or VW Arteon?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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VW Arteon

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  • noticeably 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.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is noticeably cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,560 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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

Both models deliver identical power – 320 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers marginally more torque with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 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 somewhat lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 157 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers noticeably more boot space – 590 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries somewhat more – 569 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
-
co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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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