Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 vs BYD Dolphin Comfort

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 6.2 s Runner-up: 11.8 s
Power winner Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 224 hp Runner-up: 95 hp
Cargo winner Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 370 L Runner-up: 345 L
Price winner BYD Dolphin Comfort $28,990 Runner-up: $36,750

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 against the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 11.8 seconds for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort. 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 has the higher listed output at 224 hp; 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is rated at 95 hp, a difference of 129 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 at 350 Nm and 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort at 180 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 370 litres versus 345 litres, a difference of 25 litres. 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 is 129 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has the lower listed starting price at $28,990, compared with $36,750 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250. 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 2502025 BYD Dolphin Comfort2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.2 s11.8 s
Top Speed240 km/h150 km/h
Power224 hp95 hp
Torque350 Nm180 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range340 km
Battery44.9 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L
Efficiency7 L/100km13.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions160 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging60 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,419 mm4,290 mm
Ground Clearance125 mm150 mm
Cargo370 L345 L
Curb Weight1,445 kg1,520 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$36,750$28,990

Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 vs BYD Dolphin Comfort questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 11.8 seconds for 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 has more power at 224 hp, a 129 hp advantage over 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 has more listed cargo space at 370 litres (13.1 cu ft), versus 345 litres (12.2 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort is heavier at 1,520 kg (3,351 lb), while 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 is listed at 1,445 kg (3,186 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $28,990 USD, compared with $36,750 USD for 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 or the 2025 BYD Dolphin Comfort?

2025 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 250 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.