| 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 |
  Engine |
|
| 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 2.0L Turbo I-4 |
  Horsepower |
|
| 208 | 255 |
  MPG (City/Highway) |
|
| 24/34 * | 22/29 * |
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
Serving McKinney, TX
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is a line of compact luxury crossover SUVs that have been impressing drivers in McKinney and beyond since 2014. The GLC is a midsize luxury crossover SUV that sits above the GLA in the lineup, and it was introduced two years after the GLA. As you prepare to make your crossover SUV purchase, you should be aware that the price differential between the GLA 350 and the GLC 300 is approximately $8,000. This is only one of the differences between these two popular luxury models, and our trusted experts at Mercedes-Benz of McKinney are available to tell you more about their common traits and differences when you connect with our team soon.
Performance
You can begin experiencing their differences when you take both models out for a road test. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is equipped with an inline-4, turbo 2.0-liter engine, and 7-speed dual-clutch auto transmission. It produces 208 horsepower. In comparison, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 comes with a similar powertrain mated to a 9G-TRONIC auto transmission. This equipment combination gives you 255 horsepower. The smaller GLA 250 also has a 4-wheel independent suspension with raised height, a MacPherson front strut, and a multi-link rear design. The GLC 300 is equipped with a 4-link front arm and 5-arm rear multi-link suspension.
Appearance
The 2020 GLA 250 is a smaller vehicle with a sporty, high-end look. This style is accomplished by a defined character line that runs down the hood. The look is also bolstered by side contours and side window designs that trend up toward the rear. The dual-bar chrome grille carries directly into the large LED headlights. The round foglamps flank a robust lower fascia. The 2020 GLC 300 is similar in many ways to the GLA 250, but its unique combination of style elements create a more sophisticated look. The hood is slightly smoother, with less incline. The dual-bar chrome grille stands apart from the headlights, which are somewhat smaller than the GLC’s headlights. The lower fascia has a unique character, and the side contours and side windows carry to the rear with a relatively level stance.
Features
Continued review of these two vehicles takes you inside their cabins for a look at their features. The GLC 300 carries a few additional standard luxuries and technologies, but both of these Mercedes-Benz crossover SUVs have a stunning combination of similar characteristics. These include leather material, a power liftgate, remote keyless entry, heated front seats, a sunroof, remote start, ambient interior lighting, COMAND® navigation, smart device integration, a multi-zone auto temperature control system, and numerous other features.
Mercedes-Benz of McKinney is your preferred luxury auto dealership, and our associates are awaiting your arrival. To inquire about the GLA 250 and GLC 300 and to request a test drive comparison experience, contact our sales department today.
* EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.
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