Compare performance (320 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or VW Tiguan?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes A Class has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1038 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes A Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 126 km, about 41 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 a bit 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 evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
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.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes A Class is a bit lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more room – 652 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 302 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs noticeable better – up to 1650 L, which is about 460 L more than the Mercedes A Class.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan hardly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.
The VW Tiguan is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.