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Mercedes A Class vs XPeng P7 comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 473 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or XPeng P7?

Mercedes A Class vs XPeng P7: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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XPeng P7

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably 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 markedly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the XPeng P7 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,946 £.

As for electric range, the XPeng P7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 491 km more than the Mercedes A Class.

P7

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 XPeng P7 offers moderately more power – delivering 473 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the XPeng P7 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the XPeng P7 delivers markedly more torque with 757 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 257 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 substantially lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,020 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

Looking at boot space, the XPeng P7 offers noticeably more boot space – 440 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The XPeng P7 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 £42,500
P7

XPeng P7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 276 - 473 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 19.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 505 - 576 km
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Mercedes A Class

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
42,500 - 50,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 19.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
505 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
82.7 kWh
co2
53 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
2,020 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
4,888 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,896 mm
Height
-
Height
1,450 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
276 - 473 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
440 - 757 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
203 - 348 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
XPeng
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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