Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line is a compact petrol hatchback, amg line trim.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | 163bhp |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | - |
| CO2 | - | 108g/km |
| Seats | - | 4 (as configured for hire) |
| Luggage | - | 1 large case |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R Type if...
A 1950s Bentley saloon kept today as a collector's classic rather than a daily driver. Coachbuilt examples with bodies by houses like H.J. Mulliner command the most interest and are typically kept in specialist covered storage.
Listed by
- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the A200 AMG Line if...
An entry-level Mercedes hatchback with sporty AMG styling rather than real performance. It suits hirers wanting a premium badge and compact size for city driving over outright space or speed.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line is a compact petrol hatchback, AMG Line trim.
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