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Mercedes A-Class vs Skoda Kamiq – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or Skoda Kamiq?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Kamiq has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 10551 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

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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 150 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.10 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kamiq tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

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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, Skoda Kamiq is a bit lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers somewhat more room – 400 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kamiq performs slightly better – up to 1395 L, which is about 205 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq somewhat takes the win – 539 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,300
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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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Skoda Kamiq

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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Skoda Kamiq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4241 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1395 L
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

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

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.