Kia Telluride vs Mercedes-Benz GLA250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250
Overview
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | GLA 250 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,190 (best) | $41,500 |
| Lowest listing price | $14,821 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $48,946 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $61,364 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 210 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 13.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 274 hp (best) | 221 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | Mercedes-Benz GLA250GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 89.3 cu ft (best) | 50.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,381 lbs | 3,604 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 107.4 in |
| Length | 199.2 in (best) | 173.6 in |
| Width | 78.3 in (best) | 72.2 in |
| Height | 69.5 in (best) | 63.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia TellurideLX | 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 | Kia Telluride | Mercedes-Benz GLA250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $39,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLA 250 $41,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $42,090 MSRP | GLA 250 4MATIC $43,500 MSRP |
| 3 | S $44,090 MSRP | — |
| 4 | EX $43,790 MSRP | — |
| 5 | EX $45,790 MSRP | — |
| 6 | X-Line EX $47,290 MSRP | — |
| 7 | SX $48,790 MSRP | — |
| 8 | X-Line SX $51,790 MSRP | — |
| 9 | X-Pro SX $53,690 MSRP | — |
| 10 | SX-Prestige $53,890 MSRP | — |
| 11 | X-Line SX-Prestige $54,890 MSRP | — |
| 12 | X-Pro SX-Prestige $56,790 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Kia Telluride vs Mercedes-Benz GLA250 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Telluride 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: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Telluride starts lower at $39,190. Live Kia Telluride listings start at $14,821.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on horsepower in this comparison (274).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Telluride or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
- The 2027 Kia Telluride leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).