2023 Hyundai
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 21 - 25 MPG | 24 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 28 MPG | 32 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.1 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 277 hp | 221 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 188.4 in | 173.6 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.1 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in |
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
The Hyundai Santa Fe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Hyundai Santa Fe, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
With the Hyundai Santa Fe, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.