2024 Audi Q3 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

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2024 Audi
Q3

MSRP*: $37,400 to $39,800
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $41,850 to $43,850
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MPG - City 20 - 22 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 32 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.0 ft3 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 184 - 228 hp 221 hp
Exterior Length 176.6 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 72.8 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 than in the Audi Q3, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi Q3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q3 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Dimensions
The Audi Q3 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q3 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Handling
The Audi Q3 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q3 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Audi Q3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The Audi Q3 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.