2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

2025 Mazda
CX-50 Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,970 to $40,050
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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MPG - City 39 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 37 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 89.2 ft3 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 219 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 186.1 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.8 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 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-50 Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, making it more convenient to drive.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid 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 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Handling
The Mazda CX-50 Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
The Mazda CX-50 Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. With the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.