Compare performance (421 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or NIO ET7?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,346 £.
As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 499 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 NIO ET7 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes A Class takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.
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 2,434 kg. The difference is around 994 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers very slightly more boot space – 363 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.
The NIO ET7 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.
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.
detailsThe NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,101 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,509 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
446 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
NIO
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