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Mercedes A-Class vs Skoda Scala - 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: Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Skoda Scala's engine?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the Skoda Scala use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5 L.

Compare performance (320 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 20900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or Skoda Scala?

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Scala has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 11357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes A-Class has a decisively 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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls decisively 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Scala is evident lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers clearly perceptible more room – 467 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs a bit better – up to 1410 L, which is about 220 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class somewhat takes the win – 485 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes A-Class shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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 Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 32300 - 55600 £	Price 20900 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 8.3 L	Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 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 114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 35 - 51 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Hatchback
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1440 - 1695 kg	Curb weight 1199 - 1271 kg
Trunk capacity 310 - 350 L	Trunk capacity 467 L
Length 4428 - 4447 mm	Length 4362 mm
Width 1796 mm	Width 1793 mm
Height 1407 - 1423 mm	Height 1514 mm
Max trunk capacity 1125 - 1190 L	Max trunk capacity 1410 L
Payload 475 - 485 kg	Payload 403 - 431 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 8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed 202 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 192 - 221 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