Buick Envision vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA
When comparing the Buick Envision's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the Buick Envision has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Buick Envision's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the Buick Envision is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Buick Envision vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Pricing
A used 2023 Buick Envision ranges from $31,495 to $47,005 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced between $38,491 to $51,318. For a new model, the Buick Envision's price is between $34,459 and $48,853, with the Mercedes-Benz GLA priced between $41,882 and $62,470.
Buick Envision vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Buick Envision loses 52.2 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLA retains 13.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick Envision.
Buick Envision vs. 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.
Buick Envision vs. 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 Buick Envision’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 221 horsepower. The Envision is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The GLA is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles.This gives the Mercedes-Benz GLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Envision the advantage in maximum range. The Envision uses regular unleaded, and the GLA uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Buick Envision, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz GLA, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Buick Envision has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
34459 - 48853
Used Asking Price:
31495 - 47005
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522154
Pricing
New Asking Price:
41882 - 62470
Used Asking Price:
38491 - 51318
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
Buick Envision Trim Levels
Avenir, Essence, Preferred
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:
5 years / 60000 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:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 493 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 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
25.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
125.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 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:
54.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3692 lbs
Width:
74.1 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3450 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 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18