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Mercedes A Class vs Nissan X-Trail comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Nissan X-Trail?

Mercedes A Class vs Nissan X-Trail: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more trunk space
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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 marginally cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,589 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

X-Trail

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 considerably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 208 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 Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers very slightly more torque with 525 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

A Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is somewhat lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 228 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers substantially more boot space – 585 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries a bit more – 574 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class is far ahead 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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Marcin
17 Feb 2026, 12:21:57

I drive an Outback every day; I had an X‑Trail as a courtesy car while mine was in for service. First impression after a few kilometres of driving — the suspension is a disaster. You get the feeling this car picks up every single imperfection in the tarmac. Also, at idle the engine causes noticeably more vibrations in the cabin than the Subaru. On the plus side, a more ergonomic gear lever and 360° cameras. But I wouldn’t swap...

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Rafał
6 Feb 2026, 00:23:47

Beautiful, modern design, very good-quality materials, mega acceleration and power. Very modern, loaded with electronics. This is my second Nissan X‑Trail.

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Shan Ak
24 Jan 2026, 14:20:58

I have 163 hp platinum premium pack . Car is going very smoothly and comfortable. Also powerful and useful details.

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Mercedes A Class
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

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