Mercedes-Benz A 220d vs Hyundai Elantra Turbo — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

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Hyundai Elantra Turbo

Sedan · Gasoline · 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 safety4.8 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 51 / 50

City 54 / 52

Budget / value 51 / 50

Road trip 49 / 48

Performance 31 / 31

Cargo 23 / 22

Practical 33 / 30

Premium 45 / 24

Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 220d · Orange = Hyundai Elantra Turbo

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 220d Hyundai Elantra Turbo

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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
Front-wheel drive may be limiting if you want maximum traction in winter
Compact body and 420 L trunk aren’t ideal for cargo-heavy use
Diesel powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking petrol or electrified options
If rapid acceleration is a priority, 7.8 s to 100 km/h isn’t the quickest in class

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.
FWD layout may not appeal if you want AWD traction.
402 L trunk and compact footprint aren’t ideal for cargo-heavy use.
Not aimed at premium-focused buyers.
Enthusiasts seeking maximum performance may want more than its 7.5 s sprint and 210 km/h top speed.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 220d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz A 220d uses 4.8 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 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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