Mercedes-Benz E 250d vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Suv · Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Suv · Diesel

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5 L/100km194 hp

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

The Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is a compact family car that leans on diesel efficiency and everyday usability, with enough power for confident commuting. It offers good value in its segment if you need seating for five and a usable 435-liter boot.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 74 / 72

City 36 / 49

Budget / value 56 / 63

Road trip 65 / 51

Performance 27 / 29

Cargo 38 / 32

Practical 57 / 55

Premium 57 / 47

Winter 40 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 250d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 250d Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price
Diesel powertrain is not the best match for mostly short, urban trips
If you want a performance-focused drive, quicker and sharper rivals exist
The listed price of 55,000 may stretch cost-first shoppers
No electrified driving here; this model is diesel-only

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km, helping keep running costs down
190 hp and 400 Nm provide flexible performance for daily and highway use
Five seats and a 435 L trunk support family duties without fuss
At a price of 41,750, it represents good value in the compact segment
0–100 km/h in 8.2 s won’t satisfy performance-focused drivers
435 L cargo capacity may be tight for frequent cargo-heavy trips
Diesel powertrain may not align with buyers avoiding diesel engines
The 41,750 price may be high if you’re on a strict budget

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 250d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz E 250d uses 5.0 L/100km vs 5.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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