2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $41,850 to $43,850
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $47,450 to $57,000
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 34 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.5 ft3 52.6 - 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 173.6 in 185.7 - 187.5 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 38.9 - 41.3 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.6 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 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 GLC 300.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

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 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

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 GLC 300. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.