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Mercedes GLA vs Peugeot 2008 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (421 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (38800 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Peugeot 2008?

Mercedes GLA

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Peugeot 2008

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot 2008 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 14374 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 2008 performs clearly better – achieving up to 406 km, about 332 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Peugeot 2008 tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls decisively stronger with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Peugeot 2008 is noticeable lighter – 1263 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers minimal more room – 435 L compared to 434 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 2008 performs slight better – up to 1467 L, which is about 37 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA somewhat takes the win – 500 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLA proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, 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
  • Electric Range : 74 km
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Mercedes GLA

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The 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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a stylish, city-friendly crossover that packs big character into a compact package, turning mundane errands into a mildly entertaining drive. Its clever interior layout, polished looks and confident ride make it a smart choice for buyers who want practical daily sense with a touch of flair.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
38800 - 75300 £
Price
24500 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
406 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Curb weight
1263 - 1623 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Length
4304 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Width
1770 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Height
1523 mm
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Max trunk capacity
1467 L
Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLA have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.