Compare performance (140 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (24300 £ vs 38800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Mercedes GLA?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14502 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
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 140 HP. That’s roughly 281 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 247 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is slightly lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers clearly perceptible more room – 625 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs minimal better – up to 1545 L, which is about 115 L more than the Mercedes GLA.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA hardly perceptible takes the win – 500 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
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.
The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24300 - 29100 £
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Price
38800 - 75300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
74 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
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Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
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Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Length
4605 mm
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Length
4412 - 4443 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1834 - 1849 mm
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Height
1422 mm
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Height
1590 - 1616 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1545 L
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Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Max Speed
197 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.