Mercedes-Benz A 200d vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Suv · Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Suv · Diesel

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

The Mercedes-Benz A 200d is an efficient compact diesel that suits city commutes and small-family use, with enough pace for daily driving. It offers good value in its segment and signals a strong safety emphasis.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4 L/100km

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 safety190 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 68 / 72

City 53 / 49

Budget / value 68 / 63

Road trip 49 / 51

Performance 25 / 29

Cargo 27 / 32

Practical 53 / 55

Premium 44 / 47

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 200d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 200d Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Excellent fuel economy (about 4 L/100 km) keeps running costs low
Balanced performance: 150 hp, 320 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8 s feel responsive in daily use
Practical for a compact family car with 5 seats and a 355-liter trunk
Good value in its segment at around 32,000
Not aimed at performance driving despite decent acceleration
355-liter cargo area may feel tight for cargo-heavy routines
Diesel-only powertrain will not suit buyers seeking hybrid or electric options
Price may still stretch shoppers seeking the absolute cheapest compact cars

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 A 200d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz A 200d uses 4.0 L/100km vs 5.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d puts out 190 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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