Compare performance (141 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 38800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Mercedes GLA?
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.
Mazda CX-5 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8836 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.10 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 clearly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 6.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 262 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, Mercedes GLA is hardly perceptible lighter – 1570 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers evident more room – 583 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs distinct better – up to 2019 L, which is about 589 L more than the Mercedes GLA.
The Mercedes GLA sits 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.
The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.
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
30000 - 39500 £
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Price
38800 - 75300 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 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
157 - 168 g/km
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1629 - 1671 kg
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Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
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Trunk capacity
583 L
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Length
4690 mm
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Length
4412 - 4443 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1834 - 1849 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1590 - 1616 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2019 L
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Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
141 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Max Speed
195 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
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Torque
238 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
104 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.