2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

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2025 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLC 43

MSRP*: $67,100 to $72,900
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 25 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 416-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 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 416 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 187.0 - 188.7 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 41.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 in
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 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
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, making it more convenient to drive.

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). The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 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 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than 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 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.