Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 250
The Mercedes-Benz A 250 blends quick acceleration with efficient running in a compact, five-seat package. It’s a good value in its segment for city use and small-family duties.
Mercedes-Benz A 250
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Car B
Volkswagen Passat B8
The Volkswagen Passat B8 focuses on efficiency and practicality, delivering good value in its segment. With 5.2 L/100 km combined consumption and a 586 L trunk, it fits growing families and long-distance travel.
Why compared
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Usage fit
Family
58
/
67
City
52
/
43
Budget / value
63
/
71
Road trip
48
/
64
Performance
31
/
25
Cargo
20
/
32
Practical
42
/
50
Premium
46
/
29
Winter
26
/
30
Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 250 · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B8
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Mercedes-Benz A 250
Volkswagen Passat B8
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Mercedes-Benz A 250
- Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.0 s makes it lively in daily driving
- Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km combined
- Practical five-seat layout and 370 L trunk cover everyday needs
- Good value in its segment relative to the 35,000 price
- FWD may be less ideal than AWD for severe winter conditions
- 370 L cargo space can feel tight for cargo-heavy use
- Petrol powertrain offers no electric-only driving or charging
- Price near 35,000 won’t suit buyers chasing the lowest upfront cost
Volkswagen Passat B8
- 5.2 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class
- Large 586 L cargo area suits family gear and road trips
- Five seats and FWD make daily commuting straightforward
- Strong safety and reliability ranking signals
- Not aimed at performance driving or sporty feel
- Not positioned as a premium choice
- FWD layout may not satisfy buyers wanting AWD
- No electric-only range or battery data for EV-focused shoppers
Verdict
Pick Mercedes-Benz A 250 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz A 250 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Volkswagen Passat B8 if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Passat B8 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.