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Dacia Sandero vs Mercedes GLA – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Dacia Sandero meets Mercedes GLA.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 28131 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLA has a convincingly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 311 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 5.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls decisively stronger with 500 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is decisively lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 481 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers clearly perceptible more room – 435 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs evident better – up to 1430 L, which is about 322 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA slightly takes the win – 500 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLA shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £38,800
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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 km
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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Mercedes GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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