Lincoln Nautilus vs Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Lincoln NautilusPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMGAMG GLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premiere | AMG GLA 45 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lincoln NautilusPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMGAMG GLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $53,490 (best) | $56,650 |
| Lowest listing price | $15,962 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $60,890 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $84,803 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 103 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lincoln NautilusPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMGAMG GLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Lincoln NautilusPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMGAMG GLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 382 hp (best) |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 354 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lincoln NautilusPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMGAMG GLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 71.3 cu ft (best) | 50.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,750 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,349 lbs | 3,847 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in (best) | 107.4 in |
| Length | 193.2 in (best) | 174.6 in |
| Width | 76.9 in (best) | 72.8 in |
| Height | 68.2 in (best) | 62.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lincoln NautilusPremiere | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMGAMG GLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 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 | Lincoln Nautilus | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premiere $53,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG GLA 45 $56,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Reserve $63,180 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Black Label $77,130 MSRP | — |
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Lincoln Nautilus vs Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Lincoln Nautilus vs 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus starts lower at $53,490. Live Lincoln Nautilus listings start at $15,962.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (53,490).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (382).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,750).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Lincoln Nautilus vs 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln Nautilus (5/5 NHTSA overall).