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Mercedes A Class vs Mazda CX-80 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Mazda CX-80?

Mercedes A Class vs Mazda CX-80: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-80

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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes A Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,760 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-80 with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes A Class offers clearly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 25 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

CX-80

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is significantly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 691 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers markedly more boot space – 350 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries noticeably more – 650 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class 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 £32,600
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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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mazda
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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