Hyundai Palisade vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Hyundai Palisade and the Mercedes-Benz GLA as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Hyundai Motor Philippines, via hyundai.com.
Hyundai Palisade
HEV Calligraphy 6AT AWD variant
- SRP
- ₱4,010,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱69,781
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
GLA 200 AMG Line variant
- SRP
- ₱4,190,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱72,914
How they differ
- The Hyundai Palisade is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱4,010,000, which is ₱180,000 (4%) below the Mercedes-Benz GLA at ₱4,190,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Palisade is estimated at ₱69,781 a month against ₱72,914 for the GLA, a difference of ₱3,133 a month.
- The Palisade makes more power (334 PS against 163.2 PS for the GLA).
- The Palisade has more torque (422 Nm against 270 Nm for the GLA).
- The Palisade has the larger engine (2,497 cc against 1,332 cc for the GLA).
- The Palisade is the longer vehicle (5,065 mm against 4,412 mm for the GLA).
- They differ in powertrain: the Palisade has a hybrid powertrain, the GLA a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Hyundai PalisadeHEV Calligraphy 6AT AWD, ₱4,010,000 | Mercedes-Benz GLAGLA 200 AMG Line, ₱4,190,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.5L turbo gasoline hybrid | 1.33L turbocharged inline-4 petrol |
| Displacement (differs) | 2497 cc | 1332 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 334 PS | 163.2 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5800 rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 422 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,700-4,000 | 2,000-3,500 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 13.7 km/L |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed automatic | 7G-DCT 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5065 mm | 4412 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1805 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2970 mm | 2729 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1570 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 500 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 265/45R21 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 21" alloy | 19-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with multi-collision brake | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | 7 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Smart cruise control with stop and go, forward collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, blind-spot view monitor with collision-avoidance assist, reverse parking collision-avoidance assist, surround view monitor | Active Brake Assist, Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC, reversing camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and downhill brake control | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.3" integrated display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14 Bose speakers | MBUX with 10.25-inch touchscreen |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" TFT LCD with head-up display | Digital instrument display |
| Headlight (differs) | Wide projection LED | LED High Performance |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart key with push-button start and fingerprint recognition | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Airbags: two-stage front, window (curtain) and driver knee listed; THERMOTRONIC 2-zone climate control; electric front seats with memory |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 200,000 km | 3 years |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km (high-voltage battery) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



