Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA
When we compare the Jeep Grand Cherokee L's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Pricing
For a new model, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L's price is between $44,830 and $75,556, with the Mercedes-Benz GLA priced between $43,500 and $60,460.
Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L loses 34.9 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Grand Cherokee L retains 4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 221 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has an average safety rating of 4.97 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44830 - 75556
Used Asking Price:
43015 - 70960
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.348765
Pricing
New Asking Price:
43500 - 60460
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.388476
Jeep Grand Cherokee L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.9 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.55 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Grand Cherokee L Rankings
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57 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
Jeep Grand Cherokee L Trim Levels
Altitude, Altitude X, Laredo, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve
Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 35, 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):
4.97 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:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
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:
Available
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:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
159.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4524 lbs
Width:
84.6 inches
Height:
71.5 inches
Length:
204.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
63.5 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18