2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner
In comparing the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA's and the 2016 Toyota 4Runner's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2016 Toyota 4Runner has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA's and the 2016 Toyota 4Runner's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner is a better car than the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner Pricing
A used 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA ranges from $13,998 to $25,969 while a used 2016 Toyota 4Runner is priced between $22,999 to $35,948.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 38.8 percent of its value and the 2016 Toyota 4Runner loses 24.7 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Toyota 4Runner retains 14.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLA is 7.5 out of 10 while the Toyota 4Runner's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 5 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Toyota 4Runner being ranked 10 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLA is 6.3 out of 10. For the Toyota 4Runner the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota 4Runner an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA’s base engine makes 208 horsepower, and the 2016 Toyota 4Runner base engine makes 270 horsepower. The GLA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The 4Runner is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles.This gives the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 Toyota 4Runner the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2016 Toyota 4Runner has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13998 - 25969
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.388476
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22999 - 35948
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.246761
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota 4Runner Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.747071 / 10
Reliability:
9.241214 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLA Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 59Ranking
11 out of / 54Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 61Ranking
27 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 61Ranking
36 out of / 68Toyota 4Runner Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
2 out of / 16Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
6 out of / 56Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 56Ranking
9 out of / 56Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
26 out of / 31Ranking
29 out of / 31Ranking
31 out of / 56Ranking
44 out of / 49Ranking
46 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 45, GLA 250, GLA 250 4MATIC
2016 Toyota 4Runner Trim Levels
Limited, SR5, SR5 Premium, Trail, Trail Premium, TRD Pro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
208 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
278 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
43.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
47.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
89.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3296 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
173.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4400 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
71.5 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17