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Kia Telluride vs Mercedes-Benz GLA250

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

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2027 Kia Telluride

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250

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Overview

SpecKia TellurideLXMercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Selected trimLXGLA 250
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecKia TellurideLXMercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
MSRP$39,190 (best)$41,750
Lowest listing price$20,470 (best)—
Median listing price$32,986 (best)—
Highest listing price$32,995 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia TellurideLXMercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Combined MPG22 MPG29 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)14 gal

Performance

SpecKia TellurideLXMercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Horsepower274 hp (best)221 hp
Torque311 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecKia TellurideLXMercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume89.3 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,381 lbs3,604 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.4 in (best)—
Wheelbase116.9 in (best)107 in
Length199.2 in (best)174 in
Width78.3 in (best)72 in
Height69.5 in (best)64 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia TellurideLXMercedes-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.

TrimKia TellurideMercedes-Benz GLA250
1

LX

$39,190 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GLA 250

$41,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$42,090 MSRP

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3

S

$44,090 MSRP

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4

EX

$43,790 MSRP

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5

EX

$45,790 MSRP

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6

X-Line EX

$47,290 MSRP

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7

SX

$48,790 MSRP

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8

X-Line SX

$51,790 MSRP

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9

X-Pro SX

$53,690 MSRP

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10

SX-Prestige

$53,890 MSRP

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11

X-Line SX-Prestige

$54,890 MSRP

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12

X-Pro SX-Prestige

$56,790 MSRP

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Kia Telluride vs Mercedes-Benz GLA250 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Telluride vs 2027 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: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Telluride starts lower at $39,190. Live Kia Telluride listings start at $20,470.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,190).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on horsepower in this comparison (274).
Which has better seats: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).