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Mercedes-Benz A 220d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
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BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Sedan · Hybrid · FWD
Mercedes-Benz A 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 220d
The Mercedes-Benz A 220d blends strong diesel efficiency with usable pace, suiting city driving and small-family duties. It offers good value in its segment if you prioritize low fuel consumption over cargo capacity or 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 51 / 63
City 54 / 56
Budget / value 51 / 66
Road trip 49 / 48
Performance 31 / 32
Cargo 23 / 26
Practical 33 / 50
Premium 45 / 50
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 220d · Orange = BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 220d BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

  • Low fuel consumption (4.8 L/100 km) helps keep running costs in check
  • 7.8 s 0–100 km/h and 320 Nm deliver confident merges and overtakes
  • Five seats and a 420 L trunk cover most compact-family needs
  • Good value in its segment given the efficiency and performance mix

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 220d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz A 220d 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 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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