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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is £2,000 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLA (£43,400 against £45,400).
- The Mercedes-Benz GLA goes further: about 310 miles against 275 in typical real-world driving.
- The Mercedes-Benz GLA is more efficient (3.6 against 3.4 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has the bigger boot: 577 litres against 517.
Side by side
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 84 kWh RWD | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £43,400 | £45,400 |
| Real-world range | 275 mi | 310 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 354 mi | 408 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 200 mi | 220 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.4 mi/kWh | 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 80 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 263 kW | up to 353 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 18 min | 18 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 577 L | 517 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,600 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Length | 4,655 mm | 4,565 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.5 s | 7.3 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | No |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 5 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Hyundai Ioniq 5 84 kWh RWD and Mercedes-Benz GLA 250+. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is £2,000 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLA (£43,400 against £45,400).
Which has the longer range, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA goes further: about 310 miles against 275 in typical real-world driving.
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