2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $42,410 to $47,670
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $41,850 to $43,850
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MPG - City Info not available 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 32 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-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 261 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 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 39.5 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid than in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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.

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). Whether you pick the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid or the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid, 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 Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. With the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.