2024 Dodge Hornet vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

Picture of the 2024 Dodge Hornet

2024 Dodge
Hornet

MSRP*: $31,400 to $46,400
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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MPG - City 21 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 288-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 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 268 - 288 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 178.0 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 82.0 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Info not available 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.

Comparison Review

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Dodge Hornet, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Dodge Hornet will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Hornet is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Dodge Hornet, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Performance
The Dodge Hornet has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
The Dodge Hornet 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 Dodge Hornet and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.