Mercedes GLA

Mercedes GLA is a vehicle designed for the wilderness but enjoyed more in the city. Every aspect of this SUV symbolizes toughness. The Mercedes GLA is a vehicle built with powerful proportions and lines and epitomises the combination of sport and comfort. This SUV is available in two exciting variants, GLA and AMG GLA 35 4Matic.

The Mercedes GLA 200 is the lowest-priced variant at Rs 43.60 lakhs. The GLA 220d prices start from Rs 45.20 lakhs, and the GLA 220d 4Matic is available from prices starting at Rs 47.70 lakhs. Finally, the top-end variant, Mercedes AMG GLA 35 4Matic, comes at prices starting from Rs 58.80 lakhs.

Mercedes GLA Exteriors

The GLA is available in five exclusive colors, Mountain Grey, Iridium Silver, Polar White, Denim Blue, and Cosmos Black. In addition, the AMG GLA 35 4Matic is also available in a Designo Patagonia Red colour at an additional cost.The GLS 200 and 220d feature 18-inches, 5-twin-spoke, light-alloy wheels, whereas the 220d 4Matic and the AMG model come with 19-inches wheels.

The panoramic sliding sunroof is a classic arrangement that provides a fantastic view of the outside surroundings from inside the vehicle. The LED high-performance headlamps provide the perfect illumination of the road ahead to make it comfortable for the driver on nights. In addition, the GLA comes equipped with an easy-pack tailgate that opens smoothly, allowing you to store your luggage conveniently.

The Mercedes GLA exudes a sporty presence with a body styling comprising a front apron with a front splitter in chrome and the rear apron in a diffuser look. The diamond radiator grille with chrome pins allows free air circulation. The side panels are ingrained black with chrome-plated inserts.

The chrome-plated window line trim strips and waistline complete the attractive and sporty exteriors.

Mercedes GLA Interiors

The Mercedes GLA 200 and GLA 220d focus on comfort by offering comfortable seats, whereas the GLA 220d 4Matic offers the sportiness element. In addition, Artico artificial leather is available in three color options, black, beige, and black, with topstitching in red.

The Mercedes GLA SUV comes with two trims, the brown open-pore walnut wood and the light longitudinal gray aluminium.

The ambient interior lighting spruces up your moods with its fantastic range of colour options. In addition, the windscreen cockpit allows you to keep an eye on everything with ease. The cockpit also includes the media display and the all-digital instrument cluster display.

The Burmester Surround sound system provides the perfect entertainment for you on your long drives with its perfect acoustics.

Some exciting aspects of the Mercedes AMG GLA 35 4Matic SUV include electrically adjustable front seats with memory function and lumbar support. Besides, the vehicle allows you to stow away various items in its centre console. Moreover, the retractable cover features a double cup holder.

Furthermore, the wireless charging facility allows you to recharge your smartphones comfortably.

Mercedes GLA Engine and Performance

The GLA 200 runs on an L4 petrol engine with a displacement capacity of 1332cc and pairing with a 7G-DCT transmission system. This engine delivers maximum power of 163hp and high torque of 250Nm. The GLA 200 attains a top speed of 210kmph while accelerating from 0 to 100kmph in 8.7 seconds.

The GLA 200d and 220d 4Matic feature a 1950cc L4 diesel engine combined with an 8G-DCT transmission to produce 190hp power and 400Nm torque. While the 220d has a top speed of 222kmph, the 220d 4Matic can run at 219kmph. As a result, the acceleration of the two vehicles is 7.4 and 7.3 seconds, respectively.

The AMG GLA 35 4Matic draws its power from an L4 diesel engine with a 1991cc displacement capacity and an AMG SpeedShift TCT 9G transmission. The maximum power and torque attained by this vehicle are 306hp and 400Nm, respectively. While accelerating at 5.1 seconds from 0 to 100kmph, the GLA 35 4Matic can attain a maximum speed of 250kmph.

Mercedes GLA Ride Handling and Safety

The Mercedes GLA SUV emphasises safety aspects a lot while ensuring comfort and sportiness while driving. The Adaptive High-beam Assist Plus takes the strain out of driving by automatically sensing signboards and vehicles coming from the opposite direction to mask them out with high-precision LEDs.

The Active Brake Assist feature helps by applying the brakes automatically if you cannot do so in an emergency to diffuse as much energy as possible. As a result, it helps to reduce the severity of accidents. This system can brake up to a speed of up to 60kmph for stationary vehicles and pedestrians.

Other features that assist the driver include radar-based driving assistance with a mono camera, adjustment options for intervention points, and the activation of the Pre-Safe system beyond specific acceleration levels.

Besides the various airbags available in Mercedes vehicles for the driver's safety and other occupants, the GLA SUV comes equipped with knee airbags in the AMG GLA 354Matic variant.

Mercedes GLA Competition Check

The Mercedes GLA SUV has many rivals in the Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes AMG GLA 35, Skoda Karoq, Jaguar F-Pace, Skoda Kushaq, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mercedes AMG GLA 45, and the Land Rover Discovery.