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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs VW T-Roc comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 26,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or VW T-Roc?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs VW T-Roc: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

VW T-Roc

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  • clearly cheaper

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

VW T-Roc is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,400 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,283 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

T-Roc

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 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 significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is only slightly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers markedly more boot space – 395 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Roc carries only slightly more – 515 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon stands well ahead of its rival 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 T-Roc

The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
26,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 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
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
-
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,811 - 1,828 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
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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