Small crossovers powered by 2.0-liter turbo-4s proliferate in luxury lineups to different effects.
The BMW X1 is mechanically similar, but a bit quicker than the Audi Q3 and GLA250.
The Q3 appeals with larger screens inside and more sophisticated technology.
On looks alone, the Volvo XC40 is a winner, while the Jaguar E-Pace curves in all the right places, including on the road with tight handling.
The outlier might be the all-electric Tesla Model Y, and its prodigious performance, range, and cargo volume compared to these cute ‘utes.
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The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the smallest and least expensive SUV in its lineup, and a welcome entry to the brand. |
The 2021 Audi Q3 is bulky but not brash, with good tech and space inside for passengers and gear. |
The 2021 BMW X1 is an appealing crossover with hatchback moves, but keep a lid on options for the better value. |
The 2021 Volvo XC40 is a high-personality compact crossover with plenty of features for the money. |
The 2020 Jaguar E-Pace is a city-sized luxury SUV that’s stylish and fun to drive, but not without faults. |
The 2020 Tesla Model Y adapts the formula of the best-selling Model 3 and applies it to a more popular crossover style for a winning combination. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $36,230 | $34,000 | $35,400 | $33,700 | $39,950 | $49,990 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 20 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Electric |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Large Cars | Small SUV 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD |
| Style Name | |||||
| GLA 250 SUV | Premium 40 TFSI quattro | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | T4 FWD Momentum | P250 AWD | Long Range AWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel | All Wheel |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | quattro Sport Utility | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic |
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| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2021 Audi Q3 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2021 BMW X1 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2021 Volvo XC40 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2020 Jaguar E-Pace | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class vs. 2020 Tesla Model Y | |
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