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Mercedes GLA vs Toyota Corolla Cross – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or Toyota Corolla Cross?

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

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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.

Toyota Corolla Cross has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7131 £.

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

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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 clearly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 241 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 Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is a bit lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers hardly perceptible more room – 435 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs slight better – up to 1430 L, which is about 93 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £38,800
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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

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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Toyota Corolla Cross

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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Mercedes GLA
Toyota Corolla Cross
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Costs and Consumption

Price
38800 - 75300 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
74 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
66 - 216 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 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
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
480 - 500 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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.