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Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Suv · Diesel
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Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid
Suv · Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
The Mercedes-Benz A 250d is a compact, five-seat diesel that balances efficient commuting (5.1 L/100km) with unexpectedly strong acceleration, making it a practical fit for city and family use. It offers good value in its segment, though it is not aimed at cargo-heavy tasks or enthusiast driving.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety
Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid
Car B
Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid
The Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid blends five-seat family practicality with plug-in efficiency, offering about 50 km of electric range and very low official consumption when charged regularly. With a 520-liter trunk and balanced performance, it’s a good value in its segment for growing families.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety1.5 L/100km245 hpHybrid
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Usage fit

Family 61 / 74
City 51 / 54
Budget / value 51 / 70
Road trip 49 / 55
Performance 22 / 29
Cargo 31 / 37
Practical 42 / 60
Premium 46 / 27
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 250d · Orange = Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 250d Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.1 L/100km, easing fuel bills
  • Five seats and a 420-liter trunk suit daily family and city duties
  • Quick 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s helps with confident merging and overtakes
  • Signals a strong safety standing within its class

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

  • 50 km electric range cuts fuel use on short commutes and errands.
  • Very low official combined consumption (1.5) makes it efficient for its class if you can charge at home or work.
  • Five seats and a 520-liter trunk handle family gear and weekly shops.
  • 245 hp, 400 Nm and 0–100 km/h in 8 s provide confident overtakes without chasing performance.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 250d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz A 250d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid if…
More power
Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid puts out 245 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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