Car A
Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona Electric AWD blends family-compact practicality with efficient range and all-weather traction. It prioritizes reliability and safety over outright performance for a sensible everyday drive.
Hyundai Kona
Suv · Electric · AWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
Suv · Diesel
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is a compact family car that leans on diesel efficiency and everyday usability, with enough power for confident commuting. It offers good value in its segment if you need seating for five and a usable 435-liter boot.
Why compared
same body typesame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match
Usage fit
Family
70
/
72
City
59
/
49
Budget / value
51
/
63
Road trip
46
/
51
Performance
28
/
29
Cargo
28
/
32
Practical
42
/
55
Premium
20
/
47
Winter
30
/
36
Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Kona · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Hyundai Kona
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Hyundai Kona
- Efficient for its class: 64 kWh battery with up to 450 km range.
- AWD traction for added confidence in varied weather.
- City-ready size with 5 seats and a usable 361 L trunk.
- Good value in its segment at 34,000.
- Not for performance seekers: 0–100 km/h in 9 s and 180 km/h top speed.
- 361 L cargo space may feel tight for bulky family gear.
- Seats five only; no third-row option.
- Not positioned as a premium model; status-focused shoppers may want alternatives.
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
- Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km, helping keep running costs down
- 190 hp and 400 Nm provide flexible performance for daily and highway use
- Five seats and a 435 L trunk support family duties without fuss
- At a price of 41,750, it represents good value in the compact segment
- 0–100 km/h in 8.2 s won’t satisfy performance-focused drivers
- 435 L cargo capacity may be tight for frequent cargo-heavy trips
- Diesel powertrain may not align with buyers avoiding diesel engines
- The 41,750 price may be high if you’re on a strict budget
Verdict
Pick Hyundai Kona if…
Lower entry price
Hyundai Kona starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.