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Mercedes A-Class vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 35700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or VW Passat?

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

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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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3472 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes A-Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 135 km, about 50 km more than the Mercedes A-Class.

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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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 320 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is slight lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 133 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers significantly more room – 690 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs distinct better – up to 1920 L, which is about 730 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat somewhat takes the win – 577 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £35,700
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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 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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VW Passat

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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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

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Is the Mercedes A-Class offered with different drivetrains?

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

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