Head to head
Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line vs Volkswagen Golf
The Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line is a compact petrol hatchback, amg line trim. The Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line | Volkswagen Golf | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 (as configured for hire) | 5 |
| Engine | 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol | - |
| Power | 163bhp | - |
| CO2 | 108g/km | - |
| Luggage | 1 large case | - |
| Engines | - | 1.5 TSI 115bhp to 1.5 TSI 204bhp plug-in hybrid eHybrid |
| 0-60mph | - | 9.9 seconds (1.5 TSI), 7.2 seconds (eHybrid) |
| Boot volume | - | 273-381 litres (seats up), 1,270 litres (seats down) |
| Length | - | 4,284mm |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line, Volkswagen Golf. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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.
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- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Buy or hire the Golf if...
A well-known compact hatchback bought and hired as an everyday, easy-to-drive family car. The range of petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines lets a hire fleet offer a cheap-to-run option without stepping down to a smaller car.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line and the Volkswagen Golf?
The Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line is a compact petrol hatchback, AMG Line trim; the Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
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