2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450e

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.5 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 381-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 381 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 173.6 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e than in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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). Clearly, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.