2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. 2020 Chevrolet Impala
When we compare the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class's and the 2020 Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2020 Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class's and the 2020 Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chevrolet Impala is a better car than the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class.
2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. 2020 Chevrolet Impala Pricing
A used 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class ranges from $26,991 to $43,028 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Impala is priced between $17,998 to $29,978.
2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. 2020 Chevrolet Impala Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses 44.4 percent of its value and the 2020 Chevrolet Impala loses 51.7 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Chevrolet Impala.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the 2020 Chevrolet Impala base engine makes 305 horsepower. The A-Class is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The Impala is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles.This gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Chevrolet Impala the advantage in maximum range. The A-Class uses premium unleaded, and the Impala uses e85, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Chevrolet Impala, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Chevrolet Impala has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26991 - 43028
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.44399
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17998 - 29978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51674
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.392351 / 10
Reliability:
8.677055 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 25Ranking
36 out of / 36Chevrolet Impala Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Trim Levels
A 220, A 220 4MATIC, AMG A 35
2020 Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
8.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3285 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3681 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
58.9 inches
Length:
201.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18