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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1,570 - 1,810 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
4,412 mm
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
1,616 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,385 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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