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Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited
Suv · Hybrid
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
Suv · Diesel
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited
Car A
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited
The Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited mixes family practicality with efficient, punchy performance. Its 51-km EV range and 6.3 L/100 km combined help trim running costs, but cargo capacity and seating flexibility are limited.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety265 hpHybrid
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
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.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.4 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 61 / 72
City 36 / 49
Budget / value 60 / 63
Road trip 52 / 51
Performance 25 / 29
Cargo 16 / 32
Practical 46 / 55
Premium 35 / 47
Winter 40 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited

  • 51-km electric range plus 6.3 L/100 km combined makes daily commuting efficient for its class
  • Strong acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.0 s) for confident merging and passing
  • Plug-in flexibility: electric miles for errands, gasoline for road trips
  • At 41,900, it offers good value in its segment

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

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Limited is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your 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.

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