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Mercedes A-Class vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared

Q: How much power does the Mercedes A-Class deliver on the road?

The Mercedes A-Class reaches a peak output of 320 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes A-Class use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 2.30 L.

Q: How large is the Mercedes A-Class’s battery?

The battery capacity is 12.90 kWh.

Q: What is the top speed of the Mercedes A-Class?

The Mercedes A-Class reaches up to 250 km/h.

Q: How much luggage fits in the Mercedes A-Class?

Depending on configuration, up to 350 L fit inside.

Q: What are the Mercedes A-Class’s length, width and height?

Length 4428 mm, width 1796 mm, height 1423 mm – those are the dimensions of the Mercedes A-Class.

Q: What drive types are available for the Skoda Karoq?

The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Skoda Karoq?

Depending on the version, the Skoda Karoq delivers up to 190 HP.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the Skoda Karoq according to the manufacturer?

On average, the Skoda Karoq consumes 4.90 L.

Compare performance (320 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or Skoda Karoq?

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Karoq has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 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 convincingly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 130 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 Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 90 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.

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In curb weight, Skoda Karoq is slight lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers evident more room – 521 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs noticeable better – up to 1630 L, which is about 440 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq slightly takes the win – 549 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes A-Class

Price : 32300 - 55600 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch 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
Battery Capacity : 12.90 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.7 - 9.7 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 202 - 250 km/h
Torque : 200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : A-Klasse
Modell : A 250 e, A 180, A 180 d, A 200, A 220, A 250, A 200 d, A 220 d, A 35 AMG
CO2 Efficiency Class : B, D, E, G
Trim Level : 8G-DCT, Advanced 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 8G-DCT, 7G-DCT, Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 7G-DCT, Special Edition 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 7G-DCT, 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 8G-DCT, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G
Power kW : 85 - 235 kW
co2 : 53 - 188 g/km
Engine capacity : 1332 - 1991 cm3
Curb weight : 1440 - 1695 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 35 - 51 L
Trunk capacity : 310 - 350 L
Length : 4428 - 4447 mm
Width : 1796 mm
Height : 1407 - 1423 mm
Brand : Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity : 1125 - 1190 L
Payload : 475 - 485 kg

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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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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 32300 - 55600 £	Price 29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 8.3 L	Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 85 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity 12.90 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 53 - 188 g/km	co2 128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 35 - 51 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 - 55 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 1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity 310 - 350 L	Trunk capacity 521 L
Length 4428 - 4447 mm	Length 4384 - 4390 mm
Width 1796 mm	Width 1841 mm
Height 1407 - 1423 mm	Height 1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity 1125 - 1190 L	Max trunk capacity 1630 L
Payload 475 - 485 kg	Payload 456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel	Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 320 HP	Power HP 115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.7 - 9.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed 202 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 192 - 221 km/h
Torque 200 - 450 Nm	Torque 200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 85 - 235 kW	Power kW 85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity 1332 - 1991 cm3	Engine capacity 999 - 1984 cm3