Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d vs Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Suv · Diesel

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Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

Suv · Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

The Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is a compact family car that leans on diesel efficiency and everyday usability, with enough power for confident commuting. It offers good value in its segment if you need seating for five and a usable 435-liter boot.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

Car B

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

The Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid blends five-seat family practicality with plug-in efficiency, offering about 50 km of electric range and very low official consumption when charged regularly. With a 520-liter trunk and balanced performance, it’s a good value in its segment for growing families.

5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety1.5 L/100km245 hpHybrid

Why compared better on fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame seats

Usage fit

Family 72 / 74

City 49 / 54

Budget / value 63 / 70

Road trip 51 / 55

Performance 29 / 29

Cargo 32 / 37

Practical 55 / 60

Premium 47 / 27

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d · Orange = Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km, helping keep running costs down
190 hp and 400 Nm provide flexible performance for daily and highway use
Five seats and a 435 L trunk support family duties without fuss
At a price of 41,750, it represents good value in the compact segment
0–100 km/h in 8.2 s won’t satisfy performance-focused drivers
435 L cargo capacity may be tight for frequent cargo-heavy trips
Diesel powertrain may not align with buyers avoiding diesel engines
The 41,750 price may be high if you’re on a strict budget

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid

50 km electric range cuts fuel use on short commutes and errands.
Very low official combined consumption (1.5) makes it efficient for its class if you can charge at home or work.
Five seats and a 520-liter trunk handle family gear and weekly shops.
245 hp, 400 Nm and 0–100 km/h in 8 s provide confident overtakes without chasing performance.
Real-world efficiency drops if you can’t plug in regularly.
50 km EV range and a 13 kWh battery may not cover longer daily commutes on electricity alone.
Not aimed at performance driving; acceleration is adequate rather than thrilling.
Less focus on premium luxury feel than on practicality and efficiency.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid if…

More power

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid puts out 245 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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