2025 Kia Sorento vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento

2025 Kia
Sorento

MSRP*: $31,990 to $47,390
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $41,850 to $43,850
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MPG - City 20 - 23 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 31 MPG 32 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 281 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 189.0 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.0 in
Rear 38.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The Kia Sorento will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Sorento as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Kia Sorento or the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Sorento, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Performance
The Kia Sorento has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Kia Sorento transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Utility
The Kia Sorento offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Sorento, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.