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Mercedes A Class vs Peugeot 208 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Peugeot 208?

Mercedes A Class

Peugeot 208

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

A Class

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.

Peugeot 208 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 432 km, about 347 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

208

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls distinct stronger with 450 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

A Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 208 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers slight more room – 352 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes A Class performs minimal better – up to 1190 L, which is about 27 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class somewhat takes the win – 485 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class is decisively ahead 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.

Mercedes A Class
Peugeot 208

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from about £32,300
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km

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 208

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The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Mercedes A Class
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mercedes A Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.