2021 Toyota Highlander vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA
When we compare the 2021 Toyota Highlander's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, 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. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Toyota Highlander's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Highlander is a better car than the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
2021 Toyota Highlander vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Pricing
A used 2021 Toyota Highlander ranges from $29,998 to $44,999 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced between $28,987 to $39,995.
2021 Toyota Highlander vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Toyota Highlander loses 38.1 percent of its value and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Toyota Highlander retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
2021 Toyota Highlander vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander is 9.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander being ranked 2 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 5 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
2021 Toyota Highlander vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander is 8.7 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLA the reliability rating is 6.3 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Toyota Highlander’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 221 horsepower. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 501 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 Toyota Highlander the advantage in maximum range. The Highlander uses regular unleaded, and the GLA uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Toyota Highlander, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 Toyota Highlander 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:
29998 - 44999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380816
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28987 - 39995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.388476
Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958187 / 10
Reliability:
8.674561 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 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
Toyota Highlander Rankings
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53 out of / 58Mercedes-Benz GLA Rankings
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36 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels
L, LE, Limited, Platinum, XLE, XSE
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 35, AMG GLA 45, GLA 250, GLA 250 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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:
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
263 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 501 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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
318 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.3 cubic feet
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:
4145 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18