Mercedes A class 2015 vs Mercedes GLA 2013
| Body: | Hatchback | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes A class engine produces 41 HP more power than Mercedes GLA, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Mercedes GLA. Thanks to more power Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 50 litres | |
| 650 km with real consumption | 800 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes GLA engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes A class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes A klase 2015 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. Mercedes GLA 2013 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes GLA 2013 2.1 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.30 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.49 m | |
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Mercedes A class is smaller. Mercedes A class is 12 cm shorter than the Mercedes GLA, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes A class is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 341 litres | 421 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1157 litres | 1235 litres | |
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Mercedes GLA has more luggage space. Mercedes A class has 80 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes GLA. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes GLA (by 78 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mercedes GLA, which means Mercedes A class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`060 | 2`075 | |
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| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 13 000 | 20 400 | |
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