Compare performance (421 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Skoda Superb Combi?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes A Class is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 36,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,517 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes A Class with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi offers markedly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 52 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 offers noticeably 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers moderately more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
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, Mercedes A Class is marginally lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers substantially more boot space – 690 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries slightly more – 584 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.
The Skoda Superb Combi stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 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
128 - 137 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
28 - 178 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
497 - 584 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-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
5.7 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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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
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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