INFINITI QX50 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGAMG GLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | PURE | AMG GLA 35 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGAMG GLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,000 (best) | $58,550 |
| Lowest listing price | $10,779 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $28,943 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $42,555 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 21 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGAMG GLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 13.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGAMG GLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGAMG GLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 65.1 cu ft (best) | 50.5 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,096 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,979 lbs | 3,869 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 107.4 in |
| Length | 184.7 in (best) | 174.6 in |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | 72.8 in |
| Height | 66 in (best) | 62.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMGAMG GLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | INFINITI QX50 | Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PURE $43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG GLA 35 $58,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LUXE $46,300 MSRP | — |
| 3 | SPORT $51,200 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
INFINITI QX5021 for sale
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Used2016 Infiniti QX50
Base
Midnight Garnet111,432 mi$10,779Drive Appeal
Eden Prairie, MN
Certified2022 Infiniti QX50
Sensory
Slate Gray•Graphite58,294 mi$22,494Land Rover Tallahassee
Tallahassee, FL
Used2022 Infiniti QX50
Sensory
Graphite Shadow•GRAPHITE25,639 mi$30,000Jim Coleman Nissan Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
Used2023 Infiniti QX50
LUXE
Black Obsidian•graphite19,334 mi$29,168Jim Coleman Nissan Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
Used2022 Infiniti QX50
LUXE
Graphite Shadow•graphite47,058 mi$23,836Jim Coleman Nissan Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
Used2024 Infiniti QX50
SPORT
White•Red49,635 mi$30,505Bayway Chevrolet of Pearland
Pearland, TX
INFINITI QX50 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 INFINITI QX50 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 INFINITI QX50 starts lower at $43,000. Live INFINITI QX50 listings start at $10,779.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG?
- The 2025 INFINITI QX50 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,000).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG?
- The 2025 INFINITI QX50 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG?
- The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 INFINITI QX50 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA35 AMG?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: INFINITI QX50 (5/5 NHTSA overall).