Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class GLA250 2015 - vs - Subaru Crosstrek Sport 2021

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Average Price: 
36,121
Updated: 
01 Dec 2016
$
26,495
Updated: 
09 Aug 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2015
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed Shiftable Automatic
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
no
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.80gals
16.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Cirrus White
#D5D5D5
Cocoa Brown Metallic
#453B33
Cosmos Black Metallic
#050505
Jupiter Red
#8C0001
Mountain Grey Metallic
#6F6F6F
Night Black
#16171C
Northern Lights Violet Metallic
#615D68
Pearl Silver Metallic
#6E6566
Polar Silver Metallic
#898C91
South Seas Blue Metallic
#213069
Universe Blue Metallic
#4D6367
designo Mountain Grey MAGNO
#767676
Color: 
Plasma Yellow Pearl
#E5DB79
Lagoon Blue Pearl
#2688AC
Crystal White Pearl
#F8F9F9
Pure Red
#961E1E
Magnetite Gray Metallic
#5B5E64
Ice Silver Metallic
#DFDFDF
Horizon Blue Pearl
#7C9BB8
Cool-Gray Khaki
#8C99A7
Crystal Black Silica
#0E0E0E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

New 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine provides more power.More standard driver assist features on automatic-equipped Crosstreks.Part of the second Crosstrek generation introduced for 2018.

Pros
High ground clearance for enhanced off-road capability
Spacious seating for a hatchback of its size
Comfortable ride quality
Easy to see out of

Cons
Slow acceleration on the highway with base engine
Mediocre cargo space
Handling isn't as precise as that of some rivals

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek flexes a more potent available powertrain but still prioritizes safety and capability.

Pros
Excellent CVT
Off-road capable, rugged looks
Standard AWD
New Sport trim
Standard safety tech

Cons
Cramped USB ports
Limited-release hybrid
Manual transmission omits more than it adds
Limited trim not a value

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Along with a light visual refresh that includes new front bumper and grille designs, the 2021 Crosstrek gains a Sport model and a more powerful engine option. The new 2.5-liter flat-four has been lifted from the mid-size Legacy sedan and Outback station wagon and plopped under the hood of Sport and Limited models of the Crosstrek; the languid 2.0-liter engine is still in the mix, but relegated to the base and Premium models only. The new Sport trim comes with several unique features that won't be offered on other Crosstreks, including Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud settings for the standard all-wheel-drive system.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
25.00mpg
27.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
35.00mpg
34.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.50L
Torque: 
258ft-lbs
at 1 250rpm
176ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
Horsepower: 
208hp
at 5 500rpm
182hp
at 5 800rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.00Feet
35.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
no
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Roadside Assistance*
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN-code vehicle access
3-spoke steering wheel with integrated controls
Lineartronic® CVT paddle shifter
Leather-wrapped shifter handle
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Electric Power-Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering (EPAS)
Keyless Ignition
Cargo Floor Mats
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
173.90in
176.50in
Width: 
71.00in
71.00in
Height: 
60.00in
63.60in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
8.70in
Front Track: 
61.40in
61.00in
Rear Track: 
61.40in
61.20in
Wheel Base: 
106.30in
104.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.00
39.80
Rear Head Room: 
38.40
38.00
Front Leg Room: 
41.90in
43.10in
Rear leg room: 
33.90in
36.50in
Front Hip Room: 
56.00in
55.10in
Front Shoulder Room: 
54.80in
56.70in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.50in
55.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
53.10in
55.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
43.60cu.ft
55.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
17.20cu.ft
20.80cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
20.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
31.20degrees
Curb Weight: 
3544.00lbs
3265.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
no
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no
More Instruments: 
Multifunction display
speedometer

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Power side mirrors
Power front and rear windows with driver and front passenger auto-up/down
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
10 -way power driver seat
10 -way power driver seat
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Leatherette
Manually adjustable front seats
Heated front seats (All-Weather Package)
Cloth upholstery
StarTex® water-repellent upholstery with yellow contrast stitching
6 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding center armrest
60/40-split flat-folding rear seatbacks

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Independent
Rear Suspension: 
rear stabilizer bar
Rear independent
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Interior air filtration
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Leather steering wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Sun visors with concealed illuminated vanity mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
no
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
STARLINK® 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus
6 speakers
4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
Dual front USB input ports
4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Raised roof rails: black finish
Single-speed rear window wiper with fixed-intermittent mode
Two-speed windshield wipers with variable-intermittent mode and mist feature
Windshield wiper de-icer and heated side mirrors (All-Weather Package)
Body-color door handles
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 x 7.0
17x7.0-inch
Wheels more: 
Run flat tires
Tire repair kit
Temporary use T145/80 D17 spare tire
all-season tires
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front solid disc brakes
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear solid disc brakes
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist
Rear Side Airbags (SPC)
Vehicle Alarm notification*
Emergency Service*
Brake drying
Emergency braking preparation
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Rearview Camera
Blind Spot Assist
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Pre-collision safety system
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Brake Override System
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)
Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
Blind-Spot Detection/Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
High Beam Assist
EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
Edition 1 Package
Multimedia Package
Premium Package
Interior Package
Sport Package
Driver Assistance Package
Sport Package - 17" Wheels
Popular Package #2B
Standard Model
Optional Package
Popular Package #3
Exterior Options: 
Illuminated Star
18" Alloy Wheel
Bi-Xenon Headlamps
19" Wheels
19" AMG Wheels
Wheel Locks
Panorama Sunroof
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Ice Silver Metallic
Body Side Molding - Plasma Yellow Pearl
Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Crystal Black Silica
STI Roof Spoiler
Wheel Lug Nut And Lock Set - Black
Wheel Locks - Alloy
Crossbar Set - Aero
Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Horizon Blue Metallic
Body Side Molding - Crystal Black Silica
Body Side Molding - Horizon Blue Pearl
Trailer Hitch
Rear Bumper Cover
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Crystal White Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Cool Gray Khaki
Splash Guards Crostrek Sport
Body Side Molding - Cool Gray Khaki
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Light
Body Side Molding - Ice Silver Metallic
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Magnetite Gray Metallic
Door Edge Guards - Crosstrek Sport - Plasma Yellow Pearl
Interior Options: 
Illuminated Door Sills
Becker MAP PILOT
Harman/kardon Sound
Pre-wiring for NavBox
Heated Front Seats
STI Leather Shift Knob - CVT
Exterior And Interior Auto Dimming Mirrors W/Homelink
Rockford Fosgate Audio Upgrade
Auto Dimming Mirror W/Compass And Homelink
Cargo Net
LED Upgrade - Map And Dome Lights
Exterior And Interior Auto Dimming Mirrors
Rear Seatback Protector
Footwell Illumination Kit
Sunshade - Windshield
Side Sill Plate
Auto Dimming Mirror W/Compass
All-Weather Floor Liners - Sport Model

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ash Grey, leather
#CAC6C3
Ash MB-Tex, leatherette
#CDC9C6
Beige MB-Tex, leatherette
#B9AEA5
Black MB-Tex, leatherette
#010101
Black, leather
#1B1B1B
Brown, leather
#655954
Color: 
Gray StarTrex w/Yellow Stitching, leatherette
#3F3F3F