2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2025 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 24 - 25 MPG | 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 34 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 50.5 ft3 | 57.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 173.6 in | 174.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.2 in | 75.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 than in the Volvo XC40.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 as you will with the Volvo XC40, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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 Volvo XC40.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC40, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC40.
Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC40, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC40.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 and the Volvo XC40 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
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 Volvo XC40.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has less cargo space than the Volvo XC40, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.