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Mitsubishi Grandis vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Grandis or Mercedes A Class?

Mitsubishi Grandis vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Mitsubishi Grandis

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class

3.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Grandis

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.

Mitsubishi Grandis is noticeably cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,377 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Grandis with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

A Class

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 clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 263 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 Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.

Grandis

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Grandis is marginally lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers clearly more boot space – 576 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 226 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mitsubishi Grandis
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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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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Mitsubishi Grandis
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,200 - 35,300 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 138 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,525 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 459 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,333 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

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