In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Toyota Corolla Cross and Mercedes-Benz GLA when selecting a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you the time required for research.
The Toyota Corolla Cross OTR price in Malaysia ranges from RM 133,800 to RM 148,800. There are 3 versions in total, including 2026 HEV 1.8L GR Sport (RM 148,800), 2026 HEV 1.8L Standard (RM 140,800), 2026 1.8L Standard (RM 133,800), etc.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA OTR price in Malaysia ranges from RM 258,888 to RM 295,888. There is 1 version in total, including Standard (RM 258,888), etc.
From a pricing perspective, the starting price of the Toyota Corolla Cross is indeed RM 125,088 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLA. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version is sufficient for daily needs. However, note that the few thousand ringgit savings might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

The Toyota Corolla Cross is powered by a 1.5L Turbo engine with 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is powered by a 2.0L Turbo engine with 220 hp. Official fuel consumption is 9.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the 2.0L Turbo in the Mercedes-Benz GLA has 80 more horsepower than the 1.5L Turbo in the Toyota Corolla Cross. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you will not feel underpowered.

The Toyota Corolla Cross has a body length of 4400 mm and a trunk capacity of 400 L.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA has a body length of 4400 mm and a trunk capacity of 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, with negligible differences in interior space. For this class of vehicles, this is completely adequate for daily use.

The Toyota Corolla Cross uses FWD drivetrain.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA uses FWD drivetrain.
Both cars share the same drivetrain, both being FWD, so there will not be a significant difference in daily driving experience.

Toyota Corolla Cross comes with a 5-year/unlimited mileage warranty, maintenance interval is every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mercedes-Benz GLA comes with a 3-year/100,000km warranty, maintenance interval is every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, both the Toyota Corolla Cross and Mercedes-Benz GLA are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends primarily on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a significant matter, spending some time on research will never be a mistake.