2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs. 2025 Toyota Crown Signia 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 Toyota Crown Signia

2025 Toyota
Crown Signia

MSRP*: $43,790 to $48,190
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 39 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.5 ft3 66.1 - 68.8 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 240 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 173.6 in 194.1 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 74.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 37.1 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.7 - 39.1 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.9 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
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Crown Signia, with comparable head- and legroom. The Toyota Crown Signia 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.

Convenience
The Toyota Crown Signia 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). Whether you pick the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 or the Toyota Crown Signia, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is much slimmer than the Toyota Crown Signia, 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 Toyota Crown Signia.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Crown Signia, 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 Toyota Crown Signia.

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 Toyota Crown Signia.

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 Toyota Crown Signia. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Crown Signia.