Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)
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GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
GLA 220 CDI
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.3 s
- Fastest top speed253 km/h157 mph
- Most powerful264 hp196 kW
- Highest torque560 Nm413 lb-ft
- Lightest1,520 kg3,351 lb
- Best power-to-weight173 hp/t129 kW/t5.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.0 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,098 km682 mi
- Largest trunk421 L
- Best overall score69/100
- Best performance score64/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score80/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp |
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| Power | 264hp196kW+94 hp | 230hp171kW+60 hp | 204hp152kW+34 hp | 170hp127kW |
| Torque | 560Nm413lb-ft+210 Nm | 490Nm361lb-ft+140 Nm | 438Nm323lb-ft+88 Nm | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,520kg3,351lb | 1,520kg3,351lb | 1,520kg3,351lb | 1,520kg3,351lb |
| Gross weight | 2,075kg4,575lb | 2,075kg4,575lb | 2,075kg4,575lb | 2,075kg4,575lb |
| Top speed | 253 km/h 157 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 70.2s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-11.2 s Calculated | 74.6s99% target: 239 km/h / 148 mph-6.8 s Calculated | 77.7s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph-3.7 s Calculated | 81.4s99% target: 213 km/h / 132 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3s-2.0 s | 6.9s-1.4 s | 7.4s-0.9 s | 8.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 21.7s-21.8 s Calculated | 25.9s-17.6 s Calculated | 30.6s-12.9 s Calculated | 43.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.0s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 7.0s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.3s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 173hp/t129kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 151hp/t113kW/t68hp/1000 lb Calculated | 134hp/t100kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated | 112hp/t83kW/t51hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 368Nm/t247lb-ft/ton Calculated | 322Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-ft/ton Calculated | 230Nm/t154lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,098km682mi Calculated | 1,098km682mi Calculated | 1,098km682mi Calculated | 1,098km682mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in |
| Length | 4,417mm174in | 4,417mm174in | 4,417mm174in | 4,417mm174in |
| Width | 1,804mm71in | 1,804mm71in | 1,804mm71in | 1,804mm71in |
| Height | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,699mm106in | 2,699mm106in | 2,699mm106in | 2,699mm106in |
| Front track | 1,569mm62in | 1,569mm62in | 1,569mm62in | 1,569mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,560mm61in | 1,560mm61in | 1,560mm61in | 1,560mm61in |
| Ground clearance | 148mm6in | 148mm6in | 148mm6in | 148mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 421L | 421L | 421L | 421L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,235L | 1,235L | 1,235L | 1,235L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 56L | 56L | 56L | 56L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2) 230 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1) 204 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI 170 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 3,400-4,000 rpm | 1,400-3,400 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 3,400-4,000 rpm | 1,400-3,400 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 3,400-4,000 rpm | 1,400-3,400 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 3,400-4,000 rpm | 1,400-3,400 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 21.7 s | 25.9 s | 30.6 s | 43.5 s |
| Top speed | 253 km/h 157 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.8 s | 10.1 s | 10.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.6 s | 12.9 s | 13.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.3 s | 14.9 s | 15.3 s | 16.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 166 km/h 103 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph | 144 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 264 hp 196 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 230 hp 171 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW |
Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp has 94 hp more than Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI 170 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI 170 hp and Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp: 94 hp (70 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 490 Nm 361 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 438 Nm 323 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 215 km/h 134 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 6.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 6.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 7.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 8.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp and Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI 170 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2) 230 hp and Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1) 204 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 151 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 112 hp/t 83 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 1,098 km 682 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 1,098 km 682 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 1,098 km 682 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 1,098 km 682 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 264 hp 196 kW | 6.3 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 230 hp 171 kW | 6.9 s | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 7.4 s | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW | 8.3 s | 215 km/h 134 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 8.3 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | 151 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | 112 hp/t 83 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3)264 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2)230 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1)204 hp | Mercedes-BenzGLA (X156)GLA 220 CDI170 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 264 hp 196 kW | 230 hp 171 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | 170 hp 127 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 490 Nm 361 lb-ft | 438 Nm 323 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 253 km/h 157 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb | 1,520 kg 3,351 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,098 km 682 mi | 1,098 km 682 mi | 1,098 km 682 mi | 1,098 km 682 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 421 L 14.9 cu ft | 421 L 14.9 cu ft | 421 L 14.9 cu ft | 421 L 14.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 151 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 112 hp/t 83 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp | Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2) 230 hp | Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 1) 204 hp | Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI 170 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 3) 264 hp
- Has 34 hp more
- Has 70 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) GLA 220 CDI (Stage 2) 230 hp
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