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Mercedes-Benz A 160d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
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BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Sedan · Hybrid · FWD
Mercedes-Benz A 160d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 160d
The Mercedes-Benz A 160d suits city driving and small-family duties with efficient diesel economy and usable space. It prioritizes frugal running and good value in its segment over outright speed and all-weather traction.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Car B
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
The BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e is a plug-in hybrid saloon that blends efficient commuting with strong performance, offering good value in its segment. A 50 km electric range and a 480-liter boot suit city use and growing families, though FWD and the saloon layout are less ideal for winter traction and cargo-heavy needs.
5 seatsSedanHybrid5-star safety1.7 L/100km292 hpHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 50 / 63
City 55 / 56
Budget / value 50 / 66
Road trip 48 / 48
Performance 27 / 32
Cargo 22 / 26
Practical 33 / 50
Premium 44 / 50
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 160d · Orange = BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 160d BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 160d

  • Efficient for its class, keeping fuel use low for commuting
  • Practical for a small family with 5 seats and a 395 L trunk
  • Easy urban drivability from FWD and 260 Nm of torque
  • Good value in its segment around the listed price

BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e

  • Efficient for its class with 1.7 combined consumption.
  • 50 km electric range fits city commutes.
  • Strong performance: 292 hp and 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s.
  • 5 seats and a 480 L boot support growing-family duties.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 160d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz A 160d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e if…
More power
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e puts out 292 hp vs 116 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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