Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs Ford Bronco
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 29 mpg combined versus 21 mpg for the Ford Bronco, a 8 mpg advantage and costs about $350 less per year to fuel.
Across 5 measured categories, the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class leads in 5. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2015–2026
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 43 configurations
2021–2026
Ford Bronco
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 66 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class | Ford Bronco |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 29 mpg ✓ | 21 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 26 mpg ✓ | 20 mpg |
| Best highway MPG | 34 mpg ✓ | 22 mpg |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $2,600 ✓ | $2,950 |
| Lowest CO2 output | 306 g/mi ✓ | 424 g/mi |
| Engines offered | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI, SIDI; FFV | SIDI & PFI, SIDI |
| Transmissions | Automatic (AM8), Automatic (AM7) | Automatic (S10), Manual 7-spd |
| Drivetrains | All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Premium, Premium or E85 | Regular |
| EPA class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2015–2026 | 2021–2026 |
| Configurations on record | 43 | 66 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
GLA-Class vs Bronco: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class or the Ford Bronco?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the more efficient of the two: it reaches 29 mpg combined versus 21 mpg for the Ford Bronco, a 8 mpg advantage and costs about $350 less per year to fuel.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class runs about $2,600 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $2,950 for the Ford Bronco — a difference of roughly $350 per year.
What engines do the GLA-Class and Bronco offer?
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class: SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI, SIDI; FFV. Ford Bronco: SIDI & PFI, SIDI.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class and the Ford Bronco as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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