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Mercedes A Class vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or smart #1?

Mercedes A Class vs smart #1: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • markedly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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smart #1

  • substantially more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,137 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 315 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

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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 moderately more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 368 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the smart #1 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers very slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Mercedes A Class is clearly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers a bit more boot space – 350 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 leads convincingly 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.

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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 400 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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smart #1

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smart #1

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
smart
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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