2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-70 PHEV

MSRP*: $54,400 to $57,450
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLA 250

MSRP*: $43,000 to $45,000
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MPG - City Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 50.5 ft3
Engine
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 323 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 200.8 in 173.6 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 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 Mazda CX-70 PHEV than in the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The Mazda CX-70 PHEV offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). The Mazda CX-70 PHEV will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-70 PHEV 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 Mazda CX-70 PHEV, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Handling
The Mazda CX-70 PHEV has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-70 PHEV greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-70 PHEV does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-70 PHEV and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.