2021 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover and 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
In comparing the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2021 Land Rover Range Rover ranges from $56,741 to $99,992 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced between $26,024 to $36,815.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover loses 56.1 percent of its value and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 42.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA retains 14.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Land Rover Range Rover is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Land Rover Range Rover being ranked 13 out of 22 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 5 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Land Rover Range Rover is 8.1 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLA the reliability rating is 6.3 out of 10. This gives the Land Rover Range Rover an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 221 horsepower. The Range Rover is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles. The GLA is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$92,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$76,620
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$40,300 - $131,750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$36,230
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$34,220
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$23,200 - $43,300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$73,176
Price Range:
$56,741 - $99,992
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$66,853
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$32,035 - $170,791
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
361
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
41,560
# Good or Great Deals:
274
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,116
Price Range:
$26,024 - $36,815
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$28,889
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$19,563 - $36,297
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Land Rover Range Rover Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Land Rover Range Rover
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
7.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
5.5 - 15.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
1.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
9.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
8.1 - 9.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
5.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
6.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.1 - 32.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1 - 5.6
Land Rover Range Rover Rankings
Ranking
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15 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 22Ranking
17 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz GLA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
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9 out of / 68Ranking
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22 out of / 68Ranking
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36 out of / 68Ranking
52 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Land Rover Range Rover Trim Levels
Autobiography, Autobiography Fifty Edition, Autobiography Fifty Edition LWB, Autobiography LWB, Base, HSE Td6, P400 HSE Westminster Edition, P525 HSE Westminster Edition, SVAutobiography Dynamic, SVAutobiography Dynamic Black, SVAutobiography LWB
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 35, AMG GLA 45, GLA 250, GLA 250 4MATIC
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:
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):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
365 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
221 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
495 / 633 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
318 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
34.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
34.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4974 lbs
Width:
87.4 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
115 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3384 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
63.5 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Cosmos Black Metallic / Night Black
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Mountain Grey Metallic
Red
Patagonia Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
Digital White Metallic / Polar White
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony w/Cirrus Headlining and Ebony IP / Ebony w/Ebony Headlining and Ebony IP / Ebony w/Ivory Headlining
Brown
Almond w/Ivory Headlining and Espresso/Almond IP
White
Ivory w/Ebony Headlining and Ebony/Ivory IP / Ivory w/Ivory Headlining and Ebony/Ivory IP
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Red Stitching
Brown
Bahia Brown
White
Not available
Beige
Macchiato Beige
Gray
Neva Grey/Black / Titanium Grey/Black
Red
Classic Red/Black
