2025 Mercedes-Benz
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 21 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 34 MPG | 26 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 50.5 ft3 | 75.6 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 182 - 260 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 2,700 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 173.6 in | 191.3 - 191.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.2 in | 74.2 - 74.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Outback than in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Subaru Outback will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
Convenience
The Subaru Outback requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, 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 GLA 250 is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Outback.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is much slimmer than the Subaru Outback, 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 Subaru Outback.
Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Outback.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Outback.