Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
Suv · Gasoline · AWD
vs
Kia Sportage PHEV
Suv · Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
Car A
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 safetyAWD
Kia Sportage PHEV
Car B
Kia Sportage PHEV
The Kia Sportage PHEV blends family practicality with strong efficiency, offering usable electric-only commuting and generous cargo space. It’s good value in its segment with strong safety and reliability signals, but it isn’t aimed at performance or premium seekers.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety1.6 L/100km265 hpHybrid
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Usage fit

Family 70 / 77
City 48 / 54
Budget / value 61 / 70
Road trip 56 / 56
Performance 32 / 30
Cargo 32 / 40
Practical 52 / 62
Premium 47 / 27
Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC · Orange = Kia Sportage PHEV

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC Kia Sportage PHEV
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Pros & cons

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

Kia Sportage PHEV

  • Very low combined consumption when you plug in regularly (1.6).
  • 51 km electric-only range suits many short commutes and school runs.
  • Big 587 L trunk and five seats support growing families.
  • Strong safety and reliability signals for peace of mind.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Kia Sportage PHEV if…
More power
Kia Sportage PHEV puts out 265 hp vs 224 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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