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Mercedes A Class vs Rolls-Royce Phantom comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 445,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Rolls-Royce Phantom?

Mercedes A Class vs Rolls-Royce Phantom: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Rolls-Royce Phantom

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  • markedly more power
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Phantom costs 445,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 413,146 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Phantom with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 13.2 L/100km.

Phantom

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 Rolls-Royce Phantom offers markedly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 150 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Phantom delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is significantly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,560 kg. The difference is around 1,120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Phantom offers visibly more boot space – 548 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 198 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 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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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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Rolls-Royce Phantom

The Phantom stands as the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship, effortlessly merging opulence with unparalleled performance. With its iconic design and attention to detail, this flagship sedan commands respect on the road while cocooning its passengers in sumptuous comfort. Every journey in the Phantom is an experience, where timeless elegance meets cutting-edge technology.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
445,700 - 514,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.5 - 15.9 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
351 - 361 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
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,560 - 2,610 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
548 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
2,018 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
390 - 440 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Rolls-Royce
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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