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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Byron Mathioudakis had this to say at the time: With Mercedes-Benz’s vast number of SUVs, there is room for an urban luxury crossover niche, and the GLA delivers in spades.
You can read the full review here.This is what Byron Mathioudakis liked most about this particular version of the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class: Lovely design inside and out, Terrifically planted and safe, Evocative, flexible performance
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | SUV | 1.3L PULP 7 SP AUTO | $51,260 | $58,960 | |
| GLA 200 4Matic | SUV | 1.3L PULP 7 SP AUTO | $56,210 | $64,570 | |
| GLA 200 Edition 1 | SUV | 1.3L PULP 7 SP AUTO | $57,750 | $66,440 | |
| GLA 250 4Matic | SUV | 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO | $61,930 | $71,170 | |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1849mm x 1615mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | SUV | 1610x1834x4417 mm | 213 mm | |
| GLA 200 4Matic | SUV | 1610x1834x4417 mm | 213 mm | |
| GLA 200 Edition 1 | SUV | 1610x1834x4417 mm | 213 mm | |
| GLA 250 4Matic | SUV | 1615x1834x4417 mm | 213 mm | |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class currently offers fuel consumption from 6.2 to 9.6L/100km. The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is available with the following fuel type: PULP.
| Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | SUV | 1.3L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 6.2L/100km | |
| GLA 200 4Matic | SUV | 1.3L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 6.2L/100km | |
| GLA 200 Edition 1 | SUV | 1.3L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 6.2L/100km | |
| GLA 250 4Matic | SUV | 2.0L,PULP,8 SP AUTO | 7.5L/100km | |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Interior
The two 10.25-inch screens in the cabin which stretch across the dash are also standard equipment and they’re stunning. So is the rest of the cabin and again there were packages which lifted the look even more. The AMG Exclusive package brings in Lugano leather upholstery and the Sports package adds carbon trims, AMG floor mats and the sports steering wheel among other equipment.
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Seats
The GLA 250 4MATIC has five seats.
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Towing capacity
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class’s towing capacity ranges from 0kg to 2000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | SUV | 1.3L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 1800kg | |
| GLA 200 4Matic | SUV | 1.3L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 1800kg | |
| GLA 200 Edition 1 | SUV | 1.3L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 1800kg | |
| GLA 250 4Matic | SUV | 2.0L,PULP,8 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Accessories
The GLA 250 4Matic lists for $66,500, which is about $10K more than the base grade GLA 200. That entry grade is pretty well specified and comes standard with a proximity key and auto tailgate, the two large 10.25-inch screens with sat nav, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, drive modes, 64-colour ambient lighting, digital radio, auto parking, LED headlights with adaptive high beams and 19-inch alloys wheels.
The GLA 250 has all of that but adds a sunroof, heated front seats, remote engine start and mechanical differences such as all-wheel drive, a more powerful engine, sports suspension, and the Off-road Engineering package, which I’ll tell you about in the engine specs section.
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | SUV | 235x50 R19 | — | 235x50 R19 | — | |
| GLA 200 4Matic | SUV | 235x50 R19 | — | 235x50 R19 | — | |
| GLA 200 Edition 1 | SUV | 235x50 R19 | — | 235x50 R19 | — | |
| GLA 250 4Matic | SUV | 235x50 R19 | — | 235x50 R19 | — | |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA200 2014: Should I be using a diesel fuel particulate conditioner?
It’s worth using it, if just for peace of mind, and it certainly can’t do any harm, but it’s hard to quantify its value.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 200: Oil leak
The warranty expired a year ago now, and had expired when you approached Mercedes about it last April. Talk to Mercedes and try to enlist their help, but I doubt you will have any success.
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Will a Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class go off-road?
It depends on what you plan to do with it. If you want to tour along bush tracks it will do the job well, but if you want to drive down deeply rutted, rocky tracks then park it and get something better for that type of work.
If that’s what you want then look at a serious off-roader.
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Best car for me and my grandchildren
The GLA is my favourite in the Mercedes-Benz baby-car line-up and it gets The Tick. But you should also test drive the new Infiniti Q30 and QX30, which share the mechanical package of the A-Class family but with a little more comfort.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021 Speed
GLA 250 4Matic has a 0-100km/h time of 6.7 seconds.
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