2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $49,250 to $51,250
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.5 ft3 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 4,409 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 173.6 in 185.7 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.6 in

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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.