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Mercedes A-Class vs SsangYong Korando - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 27000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes A-Class

SsangYong Korando

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 5271 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SsangYong Korando performs clearly better – achieving up to 339 km, about 254 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 has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.40 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls a bit stronger with 450 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is slight lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers noticeable more room – 551 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Korando performs slight better – up to 1248 L, which is about 58 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class minimal takes the win – 485 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes A-Class shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £32,300
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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : 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
Mercedes A-Class
SsangYong Korando

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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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SsangYong Korando

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The 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.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
27000 - 42000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1517 - 1840 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4450 - 4465 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1870 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1620 - 1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1248 L
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.40 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
Is the Mercedes A-Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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