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Ford Puma vs Mercedes GLA - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (168 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 38800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Mercedes GLA?

Ford Puma

2 (7 Reviews)
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Mercedes GLA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

Puma

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.

Ford Puma has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14065 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.40 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma performs decisively better – achieving up to 376 km, about 302 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

GLA

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLA has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 253 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 Ford Puma takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Ford Puma tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.

Puma

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, Ford Puma is somewhat lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 254 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Puma offers to a small extent more room – 523 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs to a small extent better – up to 1430 L, which is about 147 L more than the Ford Puma.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA hardly perceptible takes the win – 500 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLA is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Ford Puma
Mercedes GLA

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from about £38,800
GLA

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

Ford Puma

2 (7 Reviews)
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The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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Mercedes GLA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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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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Ford Puma
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

Price
24800 - 36300 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 13.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
361 - 376 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
43 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1316 - 1563 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4186 - 4226 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1805 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1550 - 1555 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1216 - 1283 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
160 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Ford Puma offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Puma is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.