The Mercedes GLA 250 Plus 2026 officially made its debut in 2026. It is powered by a 85 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 655 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 200 kW (272 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.3 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 55000 USD.
Looking at its competitor, the Hyundai Creta Electric Standard Range officially made its debut in January 2025. It is powered by a 42 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 390 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 99 kW (135 hp). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 19000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2026 | January 2025 |
| Release date | July 2026 | February 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-wheel drive 200 kW (272 hp) | Front-wheel drive 99 kW (135 hp) |
| Torque | 335 Nm (247 lb-ft) | - |
| Acceleration | 7.3 sec 0-100 km/h | - |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | - |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 85 kWh usable | 42 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 655 km | 390 km |
| Consumption | 15.1 kWh/100 km | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | No |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 9 hours | - |
| Charging station | CCS 320 kW max, 10-80% in 22 min | - |
| Additional | Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4565 x 1873 x 1604 mm (179.7 x 73.7 x 63.1 in) | 4340 x 1790 x 1655 mm (170.9 x 70.5 x 65.2 in) |
| Weight | 2155 kg unladen, 2635 kg gross | - |
| Wheels size | R18 | R17 |
| Trunk volume | 410 l | 433 l |
| Front trunk | 107 l | 22 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 14" touchscreen | 10.25" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10.3" | 10.25" |
| Head-up display | Yes | No |
| Various | 14" passenger display | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated/ventilated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, self parking, remote parking assist | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | - | Active air flaps |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system | 6 airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system |
| Driving aids | 5 radars, 8 cameras, 12 sensors. Traffic sign assistant, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active distance assistant, Adaptive high beam assistant, Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Pedestrian warning function in the area of zebra crossings, Active Emergency Stop Assist | Front radar, several cameras. Forward/Rear Collision Avoidance Warning & Assist (cars, pedestrians, cyclists), Blind-spot Collision Warning & Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Driver Attention Warning, Lane Following Assist, High Beam Assist, Surround view monitor, Blind-spot view monitor |
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| Price | 55000 USD | 19000 USD |