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Mercedes A Class vs MINI MINI comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or MINI MINI?

Mercedes A Class vs MINI MINI: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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MINI MINI

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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

MINI MINI is markedly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,711 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI MINI offers considerably more range – reaching up to 391 km, about 306 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

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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.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class offers markedly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 163 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 MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

A Class

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, MINI MINI is only slightly lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers visibly more boot space – 350 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 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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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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Mercedes A Class
MINI MINI

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
345 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MINI
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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