2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

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2025 Alfa Romeo
Stelvio

MSRP*: $48,995 to $55,995
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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MPG - City 22 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.5 ft3 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 184.6 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 36.6 in
Rear 31.9 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 than in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Alfa Romeo Stelvio will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Performance
The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.