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Mercedes A Class vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes A Class vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo XC60

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  • significantly more efficient
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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.

Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,709 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes A Class with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes A Class offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 6 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 offers barely more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers markedly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 169 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is considerably lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 710 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries marginally more – 510 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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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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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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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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