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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Review, For Sale, Specs, Interior, Models & News

    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Review, For Sale, Specs, Interior, Models & News

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    $63,600

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA is the crossover version of the company's A-Class in much the same way as the Subaru XV is a jumped-up Impreza.

    The differences are that the German hatch has unique styling and a slightly larger (but still small) rear-seat and cargo capacity, as well as the usual 'lifestyle' add-ons like extra plastic cladding and more ground clearance.

    Otherwise, the X156 original of 2013 is pure A-Class, meaning lusty turbo four-cylinder transverse engines and front- or all-wheel drive configurations, sharp handling, a firm-to-hard ride and attractive but cheap-feeling interiors. The second-gen H247 of 2020 is usefully bigger and smoother, bringing in higher-tech features and more attractive cabins. The cheapest grade starts from $63,600, rising to $99,000 for the most expensive version.

    Note that cheaper versions like the GLA200 gain a frugal but uncouth three-cylinder turbo petrol engine. The AMG grades at the other end of the GLA range are stunningly fast, and with high pricing to match.

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    Overview
    Likes
    Lovely design inside and out
    Terrifically planted and safe
    Evocative, flexible performance
    Dislikes
    Full suite of safety costs extra
    Some quality lapses inside
    Ride still unsettled even on optional adaptive dampers

    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $63,600 and going to $99,000 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Wheel Size

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x50 R19 for SUV in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 7.5x19 inches.
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 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.

    The stunning cabin in our test car was also boosted by a number of packages/options, which lift it even higher. Much higher. (image: Dean McCartney)
    The stunning cabin in our test car was also boosted by a number of packages/options, which lift it even higher. Much higher. (image: Dean McCartney)
    Legroom in the second row is good and, at 191cm tall, I can sit behind my driving position with space to spare. (image: Dean McCartney)
    Legroom in the second row is good and, at 191cm tall, I can sit behind my driving position with space to spare. (image: Dean McCartney)
    The GLA 250 adds heated front seats. (image: Dean McCartney)
    The GLA 250 adds heated front seats. (image: Dean McCartney)
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    Shown above are interior details for the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021.

    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Fuel consumption

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.0L/100km for SUV
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 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.

    Those two large 10.25-inch screens, sat nav, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. (image: Dean McCartney)
    Those two large 10.25-inch screens, sat nav, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. (image: Dean McCartney)
    The Sports Package at $1915 ushers in unique 19-inch alloy wheels. (image: Dean McCartney)
    The Sports Package at $1915 ushers in unique 19-inch alloy wheels. (image: Dean McCartney)
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Towing Capacity

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg for the latest model available.
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Seats

    The GLA 250 4MATIC has five seats.

    Shown above are seat details for the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021.

    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class FAQs

    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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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Speed

    GLA 250 4Matic has a 0-100km/h time of 6.7 seconds.

    Shown above are speed details for the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2021.