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Mercedes-Benz A 160d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
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Hyundai Elantra Turbo
Sedan · Gasoline · 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 safety4.6 L/100km
Hyundai Elantra Turbo
Car B
Hyundai Elantra Turbo
The Hyundai Elantra Turbo pairs city-friendly efficiency with punchy turbo performance, making it a practical fit for small families. It’s good value in its segment, though cargo capacity and premium aspirations aren’t its focus.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety204 hp
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 50 / 50
City 55 / 52
Budget / value 50 / 50
Road trip 48 / 48
Performance 27 / 31
Cargo 22 / 22
Practical 33 / 30
Premium 44 / 24
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 160d · Orange = Hyundai Elantra Turbo

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 160d Hyundai Elantra Turbo
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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

Hyundai Elantra Turbo

  • Efficient for its class, with a 7.1 combined consumption figure.
  • Brisk turbo performance (204 hp, 0-100 km/h in 7.5 s) for confident merges and passes.
  • Five seats and a 402 L trunk suit daily family and commuting needs.
  • Priced around 28,000, offering good value in its segment.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 160d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz A 160d uses 4.6 L/100km vs 7.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Hyundai Elantra Turbo if…
More power
Hyundai Elantra Turbo puts out 204 hp vs 116 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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