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Mercedes A Class vs SsangYong Korando comparison

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?

Mercedes A Class vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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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.

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.

Korando

Engine and Performance:

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.

A Class

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.

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £32,600
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 9 L/100km
  • 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

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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Mercedes A Class
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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 - 421 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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