Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 250
The Mercedes-Benz A 250 blends quick acceleration with efficient running in a compact, five-seat package. It’s a good value in its segment for city use and small-family duties.
Mercedes-Benz A 250
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
Crossover · Gasoline
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 focuses on compact family practicality and efficient running, with five seats and a 435 L trunk. Its 163 hp performance suits city driving and commuting more than spirited runs.
Why compared
different body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatsdifferent segmentsimilar price
Usage fit
Family
58
/
68
City
52
/
54
Budget / value
63
/
63
Road trip
48
/
50
Performance
31
/
28
Cargo
20
/
31
Practical
42
/
52
Premium
46
/
45
Winter
26
/
34
Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 250 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Mercedes-Benz A 250
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Mercedes-Benz A 250
- Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.0 s makes it lively in daily driving
- Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km combined
- Practical five-seat layout and 370 L trunk cover everyday needs
- Good value in its segment relative to the 35,000 price
- FWD may be less ideal than AWD for severe winter conditions
- 370 L cargo space can feel tight for cargo-heavy use
- Petrol powertrain offers no electric-only driving or charging
- Price near 35,000 won’t suit buyers chasing the lowest upfront cost
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
- Efficient for its class at 6.1 L/100 km
- Practical 5-seat layout with a usable 435 L trunk
- Balanced 163 hp and 8.7 s 0–100 km/h for daily driving
- At a price of 35,000, it offers good value in its segment
- Not aimed at performance enthusiasts (8.7 s 0–100 km/h, 163 hp)
- 435 L cargo space may feel tight for cargo-heavy needs
- No electric driving range; conventional powertrain only
- If you need maximum space, a larger vehicle may suit better
Verdict
Pick Mercedes-Benz A 250 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz A 250 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.