Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Acura ADX
Overview | |
Years produced2015-Present | Years produced2025 |
MSRP$36,230 | MSRP$35,000 |
Listings743 | Listings538 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers on all thing things a subcompact SUV is supposed to do. It’s cute, compact (but not cramped), and easily maneuverable. The new, eighth-generation GLA gives customers a lot of what they expect but also lacks the refinement of other Mercedes models. | |
Reviews SummaryThe luxury subcompact and compact crossover classes are popular ones in Canada. They hit the sweet spot for many consumers: the elevated ride height and interior volume of the body style, the prestige badge, and the premium comfort. Smaller subcompact vehicles also tend to come with smaller price tags, adding to the attractiveness of this segment. The Acura ADX lands squarely in size and price among competitors such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and others. Verdict: The Acura ADX delivers on its promise: an experience that is scaled down in size but not standards. Some will find it underpowered, but most will be thrilled to get this mix of comfort, convenience, and styling at a competitive price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 221 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 221 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3384 lbs | Curb Weight3369 lbs |
Height63.5 in | Height63.8 in |
Length173.6 in | Length185.8 in |
Width79.5 in | Width72.5 in |
Wheelbase107.4 in | Wheelbase104.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1106 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-Present | 2025 |
MSRP | $36,230 | $35,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers on all thing things a subcompact SUV is supposed to do. It’s cute, compact (but not cramped), and easily maneuverable. The new, eighth-generation GLA gives customers a lot of what they expect but also lacks the refinement of other Mercedes models. | The luxury subcompact and compact crossover classes are popular ones in Canada. They hit the sweet spot for many consumers: the elevated ride height and interior volume of the body style, the prestige badge, and the premium comfort. Smaller subcompact vehicles also tend to come with smaller price tags, adding to the attractiveness of this segment. The Acura ADX lands squarely in size and price among competitors such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Lexus UX, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and others. Verdict: The Acura ADX delivers on its promise: an experience that is scaled down in size but not standards. Some will find it underpowered, but most will be thrilled to get this mix of comfort, convenience, and styling at a competitive price. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 221 hp I4 | 1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | 190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 221 hp I4 | 1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | 190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3384 lbs | 3369 lbs |
Height | 63.5 in | 63.8 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 185.8 in |
Width | 79.5 in | 72.5 in |
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 104.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1106 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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