2018 Buick Envision vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA
When we compare the 2018 Buick Envision's and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Buick Envision has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and overall quality score. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Buick Envision's and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA is a better car than the 2018 Buick Envision.
2018 Buick Envision vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Pricing
A used 2018 Buick Envision ranges from $17,970 to $27,996 while a used 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced between $18,657 to $34,206.
2018 Buick Envision vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Buick Envision loses 52.2 percent of its value and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA retains 13.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Buick Envision.
2018 Buick Envision vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Envision is 7.6 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Buick Envision being ranked 16 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 24 out of 61. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Buick Envision is ranked 21 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA is ranked 29.
2018 Buick Envision vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Envision is 5.6 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLA the reliability rating is 6.3 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz GLA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Envision.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Buick Envision’s base engine makes 197 horsepower, and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 208 horsepower. The Envision is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The GLA is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles.This gives the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Buick Envision the advantage in maximum range. The Envision uses regular unleaded, and the GLA uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Buick Envision has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17970 - 27996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522154
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18657 - 34206
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.388476
Buick Envision Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.633333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Buick Envision Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 59Ranking
3 out of / 54Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
27 out of / 29Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 61Ranking
33 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 61Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Ranking
62 out of / 68Mercedes-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 / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Buick Envision Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium, Premium II
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 45, GLA 250, GLA 250 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
197 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
381 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
26.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
43.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3755 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
66.8 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/40R18