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Mercedes-Benz A 220
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 220
The Mercedes-Benz A 220 is a compact five-seat model that prioritizes efficiency and everyday practicality for small families. With moderate performance and good value in its segment, it suits commuting and city-to-suburb life.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety6 L/100km
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 safety224 hpAWD
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 69 / 70
City 49 / 48
Budget / value 63 / 61
Road trip 50 / 56
Performance 28 / 32
Cargo 30 / 32
Practical 52 / 52
Premium 45 / 47
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 220 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 220 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 220

  • Efficient for its class at 6 L/100 km combined
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a usable 400 L trunk
  • Balanced output (163 hp, 0–100 km/h in 8.2 s) works well for daily driving
  • Good value in its segment at this price point

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 Mercedes-Benz A 220 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz A 220 uses 6.0 L/100km vs 6.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
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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