Compare performance (170 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 38800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 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 MX-30 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7988 £.
As for electric range, the Mazda MX-30 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 85 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes GLA.
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 has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 251 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 Mazda MX-30 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.
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, Mercedes GLA is a bit lighter – 1570 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers somewhat more room – 435 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs a bit better – up to 1430 L, which is about 275 L more than the Mazda MX-30.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA somewhat takes the win – 500 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.
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.
The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.
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.
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Price
30800 - 37100 £
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Price
38800 - 75300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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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
22 g/km
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
1849 kg
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Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4412 - 4443 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1834 - 1849 mm
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Height
1555 mm
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Height
1590 - 1616 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
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Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
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Payload
402 kg
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
Reduction 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
170 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
830 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
B
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.