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Mercedes A Class vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Polestar 2?

Mercedes A Class vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Polestar 2

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  • a bit more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,594 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 574 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

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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 Polestar 2 offers a bit more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers markedly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 240 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, Mercedes A Class is clearly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 629 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers moderately more boot space – 405 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 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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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Mercedes A Class
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
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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