Car A
Mercedes-Benz C 200
The Mercedes-Benz C 200 leans on reliability, safety, and efficiency to fit family and city driving needs. It offers good value in its segment without chasing performance thrills.
Mercedes-Benz C 200
Crossover · Gasoline
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
same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile
Usage fit
Family
69
/
68
City
53
/
54
Budget / value
61
/
63
Road trip
53
/
50
Performance
24
/
28
Cargo
30
/
31
Practical
53
/
52
Premium
48
/
45
Winter
34
/
34
Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz C 200 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Mercedes-Benz C 200
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Mercedes-Benz C 200
- Efficient for its class at 6 L/100 km, easing day-to-day fuel costs.
- Reliability and safety take priority, aligning with family-first buying.
- Brisk everyday pace with 0–100 km/h in 6.2 s for confident overtakes.
- Five seats and a 425 L trunk cover typical errands and school runs.
- Not aimed at performance driving; enthusiasts may want more punch.
- 425 L cargo space can feel tight for bulky gear or long holiday loads.
- Petrol-only powertrain—no electric driving or plug-in range.
- At 45,000, the price may stretch tighter budgets despite solid value.
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 C 200 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz C 200 uses 6.0 L/100km vs 6.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 puts out 163 hp vs 156 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.