Volkswagen ID.4 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Overview | |
Years produced2015-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$36,230 | MSRP$39,735 |
Listings6618 | Listings2457 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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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 SummaryThanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 221 hp I4 | Engine201 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City115 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway98 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)65 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.25 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 221 hp I4 | Engine Name201 hp Electric |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)65 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.25 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City115 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway98 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3384 lbs | Curb Weight4308 lbs |
Height63.5 in | Height64.5 in |
Length173.6 in | Length180.5 in |
Width79.5 in | Width83.0 in |
Wheelbase107.4 in | Wheelbase108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload981 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $36,230 | $39,735 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | Thanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 221 hp I4 | 201 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 62 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 115 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 98 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 65 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.25 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 221 hp I4 | 201 hp Electric |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 65 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.25 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 62 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 115 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 98 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3384 lbs | 4308 lbs |
Height | 63.5 in | 64.5 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 79.5 in | 83.0 in |
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 981 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2200 lbs | |
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