Compare performance (421 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or SsangYong Korando?
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.
SsangYong Korando is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,577 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers considerably more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 254 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 significantly 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 substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is only slightly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.
The Mercedes A Class is far ahead 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.
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 SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
339 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
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 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, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 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
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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