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Kia XCeed vs Mercedes GLA comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 38,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Mercedes GLA?

Kia XCeed vs Mercedes GLA: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia XCeed is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,702 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

GLA

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLA offers clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 241 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.

XCeed

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is somewhat lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 219 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers barely more boot space – 435 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLA carries very slightly more – 500 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLA stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £38,800
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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 km
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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Reviews Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA is a compact luxury crossover that brings Mercedes-Benz's refined design and premium cabin materials into a practical, city-friendly package. It combines comfortable ride quality and intuitive tech with poised handling, making it a confident choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.

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4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Lucien
1 May 2026, 07:12:24

GLA 180 petrol. Ideal for city and highway. Very smooth and quiet. The automatic gearbox is a delight. Average consumption 6.2 L/100 km. Special edition 180 Cyber Edition, leather seats....

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Gutter
24 Feb 2026, 21:53:27

Super nimble, very impressive power from this 1,300cc mild‑hybrid engine — in town, on the road and on the motorway for this 2025 GLA 180 Style AMG... premium interior!

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Serge
16 Jan 2026, 16:09:11

You have to compare like with like — the GLA should be compared to the Q3, not the Q2 as in your study!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
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
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co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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