Jeep Cherokee vs Mercedes-Benz GLA250

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Jeep Cherokee

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250

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Overview

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Selected trim	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	GLA 250
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
Transmission	continuously variable-speed automatic	8-speed automated manual
Engine type	hybrid	mild hybrid
Model year	2026	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
MSRP	$35,000 (best)	$41,500
Lowest listing price	$37,475 (best)	—
Median listing price	$38,675 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$40,775 (best)	—
For sale now	10 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Combined MPG	37 MPG (best)	29 MPG
City MPG	39 MPG (best)	26 MPG
Highway MPG	35 MPG (best)	34 MPG
Fuel tank	13.7 gal (best)	13.5 gal

Performance

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Horsepower	177 hp	221 hp (best)
Torque	221 lb-ft	258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size	1.6 L	2 L (best)
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	68.3 cu ft (best)	50.5 cu ft
Towing capacity	3,500 lbs (best)	—
Payload	850 lbs (best)	—
Curb weight	4,295 lbs	3,604 lbs (best)
Ground clearance	8 in (best)	—
Wheelbase	113 in (best)	107.4 in
Length	188.1 in (best)	173.6 in
Width	74.7 in (best)	72.2 in
Height	67.5 in (best)	63.5 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Jeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)	Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Open recalls (YMM scope)	2	None reported (best)

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	Jeep Cherokee	Mercedes-Benz GLA250
1	4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT) $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)	GLA 250 $41,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	Laredo $38,000 MSRP	GLA 250 4MATIC $43,500 MSRP
3	Limited $40,000 MSRP	—
4	Limited Altitude $40,595 MSRP	—
5	85th Anniversary Edition $40,905 MSRP	—
6	Overland $43,000 MSRP	—

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