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Mercedes A Class vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Skoda Karoq?

Mercedes A Class vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Skoda Karoq is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,486 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Karoq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class offers considerably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

A Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is very slightly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers markedly more boot space – 521 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries moderately more – 549 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class is clearly superior 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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Reviews Mercedes A Class

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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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Reviews Skoda Karoq

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Mark
21 Jun 2026, 16:12:37

Very comfortable touring car. The fit and finish are high-quality, practical and well thought-out. Very good driver-assistance systems. In the Sportline trim, the seats are super comfortable with plenty of room for all passengers. Large boot and easily foldable rear seatbacks to expand it. The suspension is tuned for comfort and overall very well balanced. The 150 hp engine runs well and on the highway at 130 km/h is fairly economical (6.3–6.5 liters). In city driving it needs more, however. The automatic shifts flawlessly. We are very satisfied with our Karoq.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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 - 421 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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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