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Mercedes GLA vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes GLA vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes GLA

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

GLA

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Korando is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,845 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 265 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

Korando

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 190 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLA is very slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 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, SsangYong Korando is only slightly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,385 L, about 137 L more than the SsangYong Korando.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLA carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLA holds a decisive overall lead 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 : 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/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 km
Mercedes GLA
SsangYong Korando

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLA

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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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Mercedes GLA
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
4,412 mm
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,616 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,385 L
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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