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Mercedes A Class vs Suzuki Swace comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 31,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Suzuki Swace?

Mercedes A Class vs Suzuki Swace: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Suzuki Swace

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • considerably 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Swace is only slightly cheaper – starting at 31,900 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 691 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Swace with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Swace

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 considerably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 281 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Suzuki Swace takes 9.4 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

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 very slightly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Swace offers considerably more boot space – 596 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries visibly more – 485 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 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
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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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Sjors
16 Apr 2026, 11:06:18

I have the Swace — it drives much more frugally than you state: 1:23. A downside as you get older is that getting in, and especially getting out, becomes harder because of the low seating position. The advantage of the low seat is better fuel economy. 16‑inch wheels are also likely to be more economical than larger ones. Rear legroom is poor. It would be nice if the rear bench were on rails like the Renault Twingo. Shrinking the boot would give more rear legroom. The 2014 Toyota Prius was the last to offer lots of rear legroom — after that it’s been rubbish.

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Suzuki Swace

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
31,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 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
102 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
596 L
Length
-
Length
4,655 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,606 L
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
103 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
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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