The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class wears crossover-ish, hatchback-like clothes, but drives and carries itself and stuff like a compact sedan.
In that way it’s like the Audi Q3 and BMW X1, neither of which leaps to mind when considering “SUVs.” The BMW has uncomfortable front seats but more space in its new form; the Q3 does better on that front, but doesn’t excel on many.
The Infiniti QX30 is essentially a GLA with a nicer interior and a smarter style, but its brand prestige isn’t on the same heat map.
The Range Rover Evoque is a stiletto of an SUV with more room than the GLA, while Lincoln’s MKC is more a size rival for mid-size utility vehicles.
The Lexus NX? It has dramatic style, but it’s not terribly refined or, well, Lexus-like.
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The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class blends hatchback with crossover, with better than mixed results. |
The 2018 Audi Q3 offers a fun-to-drive alternative to the entry compact luxury car, but with more utility. Versus its rivals, it delivers more ride comfort and interior refinement, but less fuel efficiency. |
The 2018 BMW X1 is a compelling crossover pick for a budget BMW buyer who can’t do without a roundel. |
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque gets a new lease on life this year with a good powertrain upgrade that helps it stay competitive. Of course, its looks help too. |
The 2018 Lexus NX is an expressively styled and comfortable compact luxury crossover, but its mix of features faces significant new competitors this year. |
The 2018 Lincoln MKC is a luxury compact crossover that’s a relative value compared to others. It’s an SUV with all the amenities, but without the cachet. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $33,400 | $32,900 | $33,900 | $41,800 | $35,985 | $33,355 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Compact Cars | Large Cars | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD |
| Style Name | |||||
| GLA 250 SUV | 2.0 TFSI Premium FWD | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | 5 Door SE | NX 300 FWD | Premiere FWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | 5-Door | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2018 Audi Q3 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2018 BMW X1 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2018 Lexus NX | 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2018 Lincoln MKC | |
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