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Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Suv · Diesel
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Mercedes-Benz GLC 200
Suv · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
The Mercedes-Benz A 250d is a compact, five-seat diesel that balances efficient commuting (5.1 L/100km) with unexpectedly strong acceleration, making it a practical fit for city and family use. It offers good value in its segment, though it is not aimed at cargo-heavy tasks or enthusiast driving.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.1 L/100km
Mercedes-Benz GLC 200
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLC 200
A balanced 5-seat petrol model for growing families and road trips, offering good value in its segment. It emphasizes reliability and safety over track-ready performance or winter specialization.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety204 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seats

Usage fit

Family 61 / 75
City 51 / 46
Budget / value 51 / 60
Road trip 49 / 57
Performance 22 / 27
Cargo 31 / 38
Practical 42 / 56
Premium 46 / 48
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 250d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 250d Mercedes-Benz GLC 200
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.1 L/100km, easing fuel bills
  • Five seats and a 420-liter trunk suit daily family and city duties
  • Quick 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s helps with confident merging and overtakes
  • Signals a strong safety standing within its class

Mercedes-Benz GLC 200

  • Roomy 5-seat layout and a 550 L trunk suit growing families and luggage-heavy trips
  • Efficient for its class at 7.2 l/100 km to help manage running costs
  • Smooth, usable performance (204 hp, 300 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 6.2 s) for daily driving
  • Aligns with buyers prioritizing reliability and safety in this segment

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 250d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz A 250d uses 5.1 L/100km vs 7.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 puts out 204 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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