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Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE
Car A
Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE
The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE pairs family-ready space with efficient PHEV commuting at a price that’s good value in its segment. Best for drivers who can charge regularly and want generous cargo room over premium frills or track pace.
5 seatsCrossoverPhev5-star safetyPlug-in hybrid
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e is a compact plug-in hybrid that suits city-focused families, pairing a 54 km electric range with very low combined consumption. It balances usable performance with a 5-seat, 435 L layout, offering good value in its segment.
5 seatsCrossoverPhev5-star safety1.7 L/100km218 hpPlug-in hybrid
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 85 / 60
City 55 / 56
Budget / value 66 / 45
Road trip 61 / 50
Performance 22 / 27
Cargo 62 / 31
Practical 64 / 44
Premium 25 / 51
Winter 34 / 34

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e
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Pros & cons

Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE

  • Good value in its segment at $33,800
  • Efficient for its class with 5.8 combined consumption
  • Up to 40 km electric range suits short commutes and errands
  • Huge 978 L cargo area for family gear and travel

Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e

  • 54 km electric range covers many daily city trips without using fuel.
  • Low 1.7 combined consumption when charged makes it efficient for its class.
  • Five seats and a 435 L trunk fit compact-family needs and weekend bags.
  • 218 hp, 450 Nm and 0–100 km/h in 6.9 s give confident merging and passing.

Verdict

Pick Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE if…
Lower entry price
Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid SE starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e puts out 218 hp vs 200 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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