Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG vs Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG

Crossover · Gasoline

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Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI

Crossover · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG

Car A

Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG

The Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG blends strong power with compact 5-seat practicality, making it a capable family compact with weekend pace. It offers good value in its segment for this level of performance.

5 seatsCrossoverGasoline5-star safety306 hp

Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI

Car B

Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI

The Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI balances everyday family practicality with efficient running costs. Its 150 hp petrol engine offers reassuring pace while staying efficient for a compact family car.

5 seatsCrossoverGasoline5-star safety5.5 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 60 / 69

City 48 / 56

Budget / value 39 / 67

Road trip 50 / 50

Performance 29 / 26

Cargo 31 / 31

Practical 37 / 53

Premium 51 / 23

Winter 34 / 34

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG · Orange = Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG

306 hp and 5.1 s 0–100 km/h enable confident passing and highway merges.
Five seats and a 435-liter trunk suit daily family use and road trips.
Signals strong safety standing within its segment.
Price of 47,000 represents good value in its performance set.
Combined consumption of 8.8 may not suit economy-focused commuters.
Cargo capacity is adequate but not ideal for cargo-heavy use.
Better for everyday speed than hardcore performance driving.
Price may exceed what some compact-family buyers plan to spend.

Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI

Efficient for its class at a combined 5.5 l/100 km.
Versatile 445 L trunk supports family errands and weekend trips.
150 hp and 8.4 s 0–100 km/h give confident overtakes without excess thirst.
At 29,000, it offers good value in its segment.
Pure petrol powertrain won’t suit buyers prioritizing hybrid or EV efficiency.
Not aimed at performance enthusiasts despite respectable acceleration.
Five-seat layout and 445 L boot may be tight for larger families.
The price may still stretch very tight budgets.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI if…

Performance & capability

Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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