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Hyundai Santa Fe SEL
Car A
Hyundai Santa Fe SEL
The Hyundai Santa Fe SEL targets family-compact buyers seeking balanced everyday performance, reasonable efficiency, and good value around $30,000, with safety a noted strength. Its small listed cargo space and modest output make it better for commuting and lighter trips than heavy hauling.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
The GLA 250 4MATIC is an efficient AWD compact that blends family practicality with brisk acceleration. If you want space for five, a usable 435 L trunk, and good value in its segment, it’s a well-rounded pick.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety6.4 L/100km224 hpAWD
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 61 / 70
City 34 / 48
Budget / value 61 / 61
Road trip 55 / 56
Performance 26 / 32
Cargo 16 / 32
Practical 43 / 52
Premium 30 / 47
Winter 40 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Santa Fe SEL · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Santa Fe SEL Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

  • Good value in its segment at around $30,000.
  • Confident everyday pace with 0–100 km/h in about 8 seconds.
  • Efficiency of 8.5 L/100 km helps keep fuel costs predictable.
  • Five-seat layout suits daily family use and commuting.

Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC

  • Efficient for its class with a strong consumption ranking
  • AWD confidence for winter and road trips
  • Brisk 0-100 km/h in 6.9 s for easy passing and merging
  • Five seats and a 435 L trunk fit family-compact duties

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Santa Fe SEL if…
Lower entry price
Hyundai Santa Fe SEL starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC if…
All-wheel drive
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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