Mercedes-Benz A 220d vs Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

Suv · Gasoline

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

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

A balanced 5-seat petrol model for growing families and road trips, offering good value in its segment. It emphasizes reliability and safety over track-ready performance or winter specialization.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety204 hp

Why compared different body typedifferent powertrainsame brandsame seatsdifferent segment

Usage fit

Family 51 / 75

City 54 / 46

Budget / value 51 / 60

Road trip 49 / 57

Performance 31 / 27

Cargo 23 / 38

Practical 33 / 56

Premium 45 / 48

Winter 26 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 220d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 220d Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

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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

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

Roomy 5-seat layout and a 550 L trunk suit growing families and luggage-heavy trips
Efficient for its class at 7.2 l/100 km to help manage running costs
Smooth, usable performance (204 hp, 300 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 6.2 s) for daily driving
Aligns with buyers prioritizing reliability and safety in this segment
Petrol powertrain won’t suit shoppers seeking hybrid or electric options
Not aimed at performance driving, despite respectable acceleration
Only five seats, so no third row for larger households
Better choices exist for harsh winter conditions or frequent snow driving

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 220d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz A 220d uses 4.8 L/100km vs 7.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 puts out 204 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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