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Mercedes A Class vs Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen?

Mercedes A Class vs Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,694 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8.2 L/100km.

Grenadier Geländewagen

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class offers noticeably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen takes 8.8 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen delivers only slightly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

A Class

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 is significantly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,678 kg. The difference is around 1,238 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen carries clearly more – 822 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 337 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class 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 £32,600
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
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Mercedes A Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Reviews Mercedes A Class

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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

The Ineos Grenadier is a proper, no-nonsense Geländewagen that looks and behaves like it was designed by people who prefer utility over fashion, ready to tackle mud, gravel and the odd awkward parking spot with equal confidence. It swaps showroom polish for rugged honesty and practical thinking, appealing to buyers who want a modern Defender alternative that feels more workhorse than luxury toy.

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Reviews Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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2 Feb 2026, 19:04:26

Very capable car, but a bit short on ground clearance in its standard configuration.

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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
62,300 - 129,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
276 - 325 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,678 - 2,753 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
747 - 822 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
249 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
183 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ineos
Is the Mercedes A Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes A Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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