Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Small SUV
Infotainment: Apple CarPlay Android Auto
Production years: 2023, 2024
Mercedes-Benz built the GLA on the same platform as the A-Class and the GLB, thus creating a compact-sized crossover for urban environments but still being able to tackle some unpaved roads.
Thanks to some input from Renault-Nissan Alliance, the GLA's first generation came on the market in 2013, followed by a second generation six years later, in 2019. But despite having the three-pointed star badge on the grille, it still needed a refresh after four years. Thus, in 2023, the German automaker updated the lineup.
With its new standard LED headlights, the updated GLA finally matched the position it deserved in the premium segment. In addition, they flanked the redesigned grille that sported a horizontal slat and the big three-pointed star badge. Moreover, the lower bumper sported a bow-tie-like area, with two side scoops and a slimmer area squeezed between the upper and lower grilles. From its profile, the standard 17" light alloy wheels offered the car a luxurious yet sporty look. For those looking for something more, the automaker offered options for 18" and 19" sets. Finally, at the back, the GLA received a new set of LED taillights with two distinctive blocks: one on the quarter panels and the other on the tailgate.
Inside, the five-seat GLA provided enough room for four adults or five on short jaunts. Mercedes-Benz also improved the MBAUX infotainment system, which now sported a standard 7" screen for the instrument panel and a second 10.25" for the navigation and the rest of the sound system's features. In addition, a twin set of 10.25" displays was available as an option. Thus, the driver could have seen the dials easier.
Mercedes-Benz also revised the drivetrains and provided the GLA with more electrified versions. Besides those, it also offered the vehicle with a few turbo-diesel engines.
ENGINE SPECS - 180d FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1950 cm3 |
Power: | 85.3 KW @ 3400 RPM 116 HP @ 3400 RPM 114 BHP @ 3400 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ - RPM 280 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 154 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 200d 4MATIC AWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1950 cm3 |
Power: | 110.3 KW @ 3400 RPM 150 HP @ 3400 RPM 148 BHP @ 3400 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ - RPM 320 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 162 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 200d FWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1950 cm3 |
Power: | 110.3 KW @ 3400 RPM 150 HP @ 3400 RPM 148 BHP @ 3400 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ - RPM 320 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 154 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 220d 4MATIC AWD (190 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1950 cm3 |
Power: | 139.7 KW @ 3800 RPM 190 HP @ 3800 RPM 187 BHP @ 3800 RPM |
Torque: | 295 lb-ft @ - RPM 400 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 164 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 180 MHEV FWD (136 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1332 cm3 |
Power: | 100 KW @ 5500 RPM 136 HP @ 5500 RPM 134 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 170 lb-ft @ - RPM 230 Nm @ - RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 10.3 kw (14 hp) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Mild Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 168 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 200 MHEV FWD (163 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1332 cm3 |
Power: | 119.9 KW @ 5500 RPM 163 HP @ 5500 RPM 161 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ - RPM 270 Nm @ - RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 10.3 kw (14 hp) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Mild Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 167 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 220 4MATIC AWD (190 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1991 cm3 |
Power: | 139.7 KW @ 5500 RPM 190 HP @ 5500 RPM 187 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ - RPM 300 Nm @ - RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 10.3 kw (14 hp) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Mild Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 186 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 250 4MATIC AWD (224 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1991 cm3 |
Power: | 164.8 KW @ 5500 RPM 224 HP @ 5500 RPM 221 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ - RPM 350 Nm @ - RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 10.3 kw (14 hp) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Mild Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 186 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 250e PHEV (218 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1332 cm3 |
Power: | 119.9 KW @ 5500 RPM 163 HP @ 5500 RPM 161 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ - RPM 270 Nm @ - RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 80.2 kw (109 hp) |
Electrical motor torque: | 221.3 lb-ft (300 Nm) |
Total maximum power: | 160.3 kw (218 hp) |
Total maximum torque: | 331.9 lb-ft (450 Nm) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Plug-in Hybrid |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
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Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
Nominal Capacity: | 11.5 kWh |
Range: | 38.5 miles (62.0 km) |
FUEL ECONOMY (WLTP) | |
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Combined: | 168 mpg US (1.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions (Combined): | 31 g/km |