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Mercedes A Class vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Peugeot 2008?

Mercedes A Class vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Peugeot 2008

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

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.

Peugeot 2008 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,806 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 406 km, about 321 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

2008

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 considerably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class is very slightly faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the Peugeot 2008 tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 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, Peugeot 2008 is slightly lighter – 1,263 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers moderately more boot space – 434 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 2008 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,467 L, about 342 L more than the Mercedes A Class.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class holds a decisive overall lead 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 : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Mercedes A Class
Peugeot 2008

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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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a stylish, city-friendly crossover that packs big character into a compact package, turning mundane errands into a mildly entertaining drive. Its clever interior layout, polished looks and confident ride make it a smart choice for buyers who want practical daily sense with a touch of flair.

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Mercedes A Class
Peugeot 2008

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
405 - 406 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4,428 mm
Length
4,304 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
1,423 mm
Height
1,523 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
Max trunk capacity
1,467 L
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
225 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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