Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class to the Mercedes-Benz GLA, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus the Mercedes-Benz GLA, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus Mercedes-Benz GLA Pricing
A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranges from $46,560 to $57,324 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced between $40,363 to $49,611. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's price is between $46,638 and $58,808, with the Mercedes-Benz GLA priced between $41,621 and $60,788.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus Mercedes-Benz GLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 8.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 3 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 4 out of 12 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 221 horsepower. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 626 miles. The GLA is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz GLA, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,638 - $58,808
Used Asking Price:
$46,560 - $57,324
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,621 - $60,788
Used Asking Price:
$40,363 - $49,611
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 8Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
7 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
18 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Most Reliable Luxury Subcompact SUVs
Ranking
5 out of / 12Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
26 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
26 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
AMG C 43, AMG C 63 S, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
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):
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:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not applicable
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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
435 / 626 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):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 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:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
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 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
