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Mercedes A Class vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or SsangYong Rexton?

Mercedes A Class vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes A Class is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

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 clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 59 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.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is considerably lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 705 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers substantially more boot space – 784 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 434 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class 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.

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
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The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

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