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Mercedes A Class vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison
Compare performance (421 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Skoda Kodiaq?
A Class
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes A Class is somewhat cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,309 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes A Class with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 122 km, about 37 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
Kodiaq
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 offers markedly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq is barely faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Mercedes A Class tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 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 slightly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 244 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more boot space – 910 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 560 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,105 L, about 980 L more than the Mercedes A Class.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries somewhat more – 563 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Skoda Kodiaq 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.
from £37,900
Skoda Kodiaq
Mercedes A Class
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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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Skoda Kodiaq
The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.
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Mercedes A Class
Skoda Kodiaq
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4,428 mm
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Length
4,758 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,864 mm
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Height
1,423 mm
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Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
225 km/h
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Max Speed
226 km/h
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Skoda
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