Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
Suv · Gasoline
vs
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC
Suv · Gasoline · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
A well-rounded compact for families who want efficient petrol running and brisk everyday pace at good value in its segment. Efficiency and safety strengths balance a modest cargo area and a focus on everyday use rather than track performance.
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 brandsame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 69 / 70
City 48 / 48
Budget / value 63 / 61
Road trip 50 / 56
Performance 26 / 32
Cargo 30 / 32
Practical 51 / 52
Premium 46 / 47
Winter 36 / 76

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

Specs side-by-side

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

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km, easing commuting costs
  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.0 s for confident merging and passing
  • Seats 5 with a usable 400-liter trunk for daily family needs
  • Priced at 35,800, offering good value in its segment

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 CLA 220 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 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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