Mercedes A class 2022 vs Volkswagen Golf 2020
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Estate car / wagon | |
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| The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Mercedes A class is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Volkswagen Golf has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Engines: | 1.3 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | 1.0 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. Mercedes A class is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 - 306 HP | 110 - 320 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 - 400 NM | 200 - 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.8 - 9.9 seconds | 4.9 - 10.7 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes A class are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Volkswagen Golf. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.0 - 8.4 | 4.6 - 7.8 | |
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Mercedes A class petrol engines consumes on average 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Golf. On average, Mercedes A class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.56 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 8 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Golf, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes A class is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 395 litres | 611 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage space. Mercedes A class has 216 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Mercedes A class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`036 kg | ~ 1`986 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`473 kg | ~ 1`386 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 563 kg | ~ 600 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 16 000 | |
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