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Mercedes GLA vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Skoda Kamiq?

Mercedes GLA vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Skoda Kamiq

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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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:

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.

Skoda Kamiq is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,568 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 considerably more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

GLA

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is noticeably lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers marginally more boot space – 435 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries barely more – 539 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLA is clearly superior overall 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
GLA

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
Mercedes GLA
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.

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Mercedes GLA
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
121 - 128 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Width
1,793 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
480 - 500 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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