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Mercedes GLA vs Vauxhall Grandland comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 35,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Vauxhall Grandland?

Mercedes GLA vs Vauxhall Grandland: Key differences

Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Vauxhall Grandland

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably 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

GLA

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Grandland is marginally cheaper – starting at 35,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,222 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Grandland uses 2.6 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland offers clearly more range – reaching up to 694 km, about 620 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

Grandland

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Vauxhall Grandland takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Grandland delivers only slightly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

GLA

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLA is barely lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,675 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers noticeably more boot space – 550 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLA carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Grandland is decisively ahead 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 £35,600
Grandland

Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 82 - 694 km
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Mercedes GLA

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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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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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10 May 2026, 18:53:13

I chose the Grandland even though I initially planned to go for the Enyaq. The driving range, interior and equipment won me over.

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Scheve
27 Nov 2025, 08:29:07

The ideal car for my needs. Range and energy management won me over, as did the elegant styling and the driver‑assist technology.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Price
35,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,675 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Mercedes GLA offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLA is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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