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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

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Selected trim4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)GLA 250
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed automated manual
Engine typehybridmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
MSRP$35,000 (best)$41,500
Lowest listing price$6,997 (best)—
Median listing price$34,998 (best)—
Highest listing price$48,100 (best)—
For sale now198 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Combined MPG37 MPG (best)29 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)34 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal (best)13.5 gal

Performance

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Horsepower177 hp221 hp (best)
Torque221 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.3 cu ft (best)50.5 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)—
Payload850 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,295 lbs3,604 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in (best)—
Wheelbase113 in (best)107.4 in
Length188.1 in (best)173.6 in
Width74.7 in (best)72.2 in
Height67.5 in (best)63.5 in

Safety & recalls

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

TrimJeep CherokeeMercedes-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

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4

Limited Altitude

$40,595 MSRP

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5

85th Anniversary Edition

$40,905 MSRP

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6

Overland

$43,000 MSRP

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Jeep Cherokee vs Mercedes-Benz GLA250 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Jeep Cherokee vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Jeep Cherokee starts lower at $35,000. Live Jeep Cherokee listings start at $6,997.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 leads on horsepower in this comparison (221).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).