Mercedes A class 2018 vs Peugeot 308 2017
| 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: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes A class engine produces 53 HP more power than Peugeot 308, whereas torque is 45 NM more than Peugeot 308. Thanks to more power Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 3.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | 4.7 | |
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The Peugeot 308 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes A class consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes A class could require 195 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 1120 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 1320 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 308 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Peugeot 308 2017 1.2 engine: Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.55 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 4 cm shorter than the Peugeot 308, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes A class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | 610 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage space. Mercedes A class has 190 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.6 metres more than that of the Peugeot 308, which means Mercedes A class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`900 kg | 1`825 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`290 kg | 1`190 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 610 kg | 635 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 25 800 | 7000 | |
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