Mercedes-Benz GLA
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e AMG Line (H 247)
Overview
Manufacturer	Daimler AG (2013–2022) Mercedes-Benz Group (2022–present)
Production	2013–present
Model years	2014–present
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact luxury crossover SUV (C)[1]
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (4Matic)

The Mercedes-Benz GLA is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Mercedes-Benz over two generations. It is essentially the SUV equivalent of the A-Class, and the smallest SUV marketed by the brand.^[2][3] The production version was revealed in August 2013 ahead of the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show in September 2013.^[4]

The GLA is powered by a range of petrol and diesel 4-cylinder engines, and comes in either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the latter marketed by Mercedes as 4Matic.^[5]

The GLA nameplate aligns with Mercedes SUV nomenclature, where GL stands for Geländewagen (German for off-road vehicle) and the A designates its overall place in the Mercedes range, in this class, the smallest or A-Class.^[6][7][8]

The Concept GLA debuted in the 2013 Auto Shanghai^[9][10] and is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine rated 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp), 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission, driving all wheels via the Mercedes-Benz 4Matic system. The concept included front headlamps with a laser-beam projector, two cameras housed in the front roof rail, 20-inch wheels and fibre-optic ambient interior lighting.

The Concept GLA 45 AMG concept car was unveiled at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show,^[11] as a high-performance version of the GLA with an AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder twin-scroll turbocharged petrol engine rated 360 PS (265 kW; 355 hp) and 450 N⋅m (332 lbf⋅ft), 4Matic all wheel drive, AMG Speedshift DCT 7-speed transmission with paddle shifters, and fitted with various AMG-badged accoutrements and an AMG sports exhaust system with an electronically controlled variable vane system to modulate the exhaust note.

The 2016 Concept GLA 45 AMG with an AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder twin-scroll turbocharged petrol engine rated 381 PS; 375 hp (280 kW) and 475 N⋅m (350 lbf⋅ft), 4Matic all wheel drive, AMG Speedshift DCT 7-speed transmission with paddle shifters, and fitted with various AMG-badged accoutrements and an AMG sports exhaust system with an electronically controlled variable vane system to modulate the exhaust note.

First generation
2014 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 CDI Urban
Overview
Model code	X156
Production	December 2013 – November 2019
Model years	2014–2020
Assembly	Germany: Rastatt (Mercedes Benz Werk Rastatt) China: Beijing (Beijing Benz) India: Pune[12] Thailand: Samut Prakan (TAAP) Brazil: Iracemápolis (Mercedes-Benz Iracemápolis)[13]
Designer	Robert Lešnik,[14] Michael Frei,[15] Mark Fetherston
Body and chassis
Platform	MFA
Related	Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W176) Mercedes-Benz CLA (C117) Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W246) Infiniti Q30 Infiniti QX30
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.6 L M270 turbo I4 2.0 L M270 turbo I4 2.0 L M133 turbo I4 Diesel: 1.5 L OM607 turbo I4 2.1 L OM651 turbo I4
Transmission	6-speed manual 7-speed DCT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,699 mm (106.3 in)
Length	4,417 mm (173.9 in)
Width	1,804 mm (71.0 in)
Height	1,494 mm (58.8 in)
Curb weight	1,505–1,585 kg (3,318–3,494 lb)

The production X156 GLA is closely based on the Concept GLA design and was unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.^[16][17] Orders had been taken beginning from the end of November 2013, and arrived in dealer showrooms during 2014, with Japan and US in the autumn.^[18]

At launch, Mercedes-Benz claimed the vehicle was the most aerodynamic in its segment, with a Cd figure of 0.29.^[19] The GLA's platform makes use of a strut-type front suspension and a multi-link rear setup, and an electric power steering.^[20][21]

Nissan marketed a restyled variant of the GLA from 2016 to 2019 through its Infiniti brand in North America as the Infiniti Q30 and QX30, sharing the GLA mechanicals with revised exterior sheet metal.^[22] The Infiniti derivatives were produced between 2016 and 2019.

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  2014 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 CDI Urban (pre-facelift)
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  2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 (pre-facelift)
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  2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 (pre-facelift)
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  Interior

Mercedes unveiled a mid-life facelift of the GLA at the Detroit Motor Show in January 2017. The updated model came with some cosmetic tweaks on the outside, including a redesigned grille, new front and rear bumpers and updated 18-inch alloy wheels. Moreover, the bi-xenon headlamps of the previous models were replaced by all LED units, while the taillights too were all LED and got a new design pattern. A new Canyon Beige colour option was also added. The interiors carried forward the same dashboard layout, though the infotainment system received a new 8.0-inch screen that was located on top of the centre console in a free-standing layout.^[23]

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  2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 180 (facelift)
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  2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 180 (facelift)
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  2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 220 (facelift)
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  2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 220 (facelift)

The design of GLA 45 AMG is based on Concept GLA 45 AMG, with AMG sports suspension (MacPherson strut front axle with stiffer steering knuckles, four-link rear axle, optimised elastokinematics, specially tuned spring/damper units, bigger anti-roll bars), electromechanical AMG speed-sensitive sports steering, AMG high-performance braking system (ventilated, cross-drilled brake discs with grey- or red-painted brake calipers), 3-stage ESP with "SPORT Handling" mode, ESP Curve Dynamic Assist, 5-twin-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels painted titanium grey with high-sheen finish and 235/45 R19 tyres (optional 10-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels in 2 a choice of 2 colours (titanium grey with high-sheen finish, matt black with high-sheen rim flange) 235/40 R 20 tyres), AMG front apron with front splitter in matt titanium grey, AMG 'twin blade' radiator grille in matt titanium grey, black flics (air deflector elements) above the large exterior cooling air intakes, bi-xenon headlamps, side sill panels with titanium grey inserts, 'TURBO AMG' lettering on the front wings and the aluminium roof rails, rear diffuser insert with titanium grey trim, rectangular chrome-plated tailpipe trim at the twin tailpipes.

Some launch models of the AMG are sold as "Edition 1", available for one year from market launch, and include a high-gloss black Aerodynamics package with larger front splitter, additional flics in the front apron, and rear aerofoil.^[24] The vehicle was unveiled at the 2014 North American International Auto Show with sales from the summer of 2014.

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  Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC
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  2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC Edition 1
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  2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC Edition 1
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  2019 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 facelift

The GLA shares its platform with the A-Class and B-Class, with a similar range of petrol and diesel engines.^[4] Availability of engines varies between markets.

As part of a partnership between Mercedes-Benz and Nintendo, the two companies released a television commercial featuring Mario driving a Mercedes-Benz GLA in the Japanese market in May 2014 to coincide with the line's Japanese launch. Additional commercials featuring other Mario characters in the same style were released in November 2014, culminating in the GLA becoming a selectable vehicle in Mario Kart 8 and its Switch port with Mercedes' W 25 Silver Arrow and 300 SL Roadster also being included.^[25][26]

Second generation
Overview
Model code	H247
Also called	Mercedes-Benz EQA (electric version)
Production	December 2019 – present
Model years	2020–present
Assembly	Germany: Rastatt China: Beijing (Beijing Benz) India: Pune (MBI) Thailand: Samut Prakan (TAAP) Malaysia: Pekan (HICOM) Indonesia: Bogor (MBI)
Designer	Balázs Filczer,[27] Gabriel Nemeth[28]
Body and chassis
Platform	MFA2
Related	Mercedes-Benz EQA Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W/V/Z177) Mercedes-Benz CLA (C/X118) Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W247) Mercedes-Benz GLB (X247)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.3 L M282 turbo I4 2.0 L M260 turbo I4 2.0 L M139 turbo I4 Petrol plug-in hybrid: 1.3 L M282 turbo I4 Diesel: 2.0 L OM654 turbo I4
Transmission	7-speed DCT automatic 8-speed DCT automatic
Hybrid drivetrain	Plug-in hybrid (GLA 250 e)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,729 mm (107.4 in)
Length	4,410 mm (173.6 in)
Width	1,834 mm (72.2 in)
Height	1,611 mm (63.4 in)
Curb weight	1,505–1,585 kg (3,318–3,494 lb)

The second generation, introduced on 11 December 2019 at Mercedes media event,^[29] is revised from the previous generation. The chassis number, 247, is shared with W247 B-Class and X247 GLB. The GLA uses the second generation MFA2 platform and completes the eight-model W177 A-Class compact based line-up.^[30]

The H247 GLA is 15 mm (0.59 in) shorter in length, 10 mm (0.39 in) narrower, 104 mm (4.1 in) higher than the first-generation model, and the wheelbase has been extended by 30 mm (1.2 in).^[31] The H247 GLA has 116 mm more headroom, 45 mm more elbow room and 43 mm more rear shoulder room.^[32] The ground clearance has been raised by 9 mm to 143 mm and the front seats are positioned 140 mm higher than in the W177 A-Class. Despite this, there is an added 22 mm (0.87 in) of front-seat headroom compared to its predecessor.^[33]

As with other MFA2-based models, the GLA has suspension with MacPherson struts up front and either a torsion beam or multi-link suspension at the rear. Variable damping control is optional.^[33] Inside, the GLA is similar to other MFA2 Mercedes models, featuring a dashboard with a free-standing digital display panel, the MBUX infotainment system, as well as other tech such as a colour Heads-Up Display.^[32]

A battery electric version called the EQA was introduced in 2020 as the third battery electric SUV from Mercedes-Benz.^[34]

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  Rear view (AMG Line)
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  Interior
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  Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4Matic
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  Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S 4Matic+

The GLA receives a facelift, featuring redesigned headlights and taillights. It receives the latest iteration of Mercedes's MBUX infotainment system, which supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It receives updated powertrain options, along with three new optional wheel designs. A dual 10.3-inch screen that originally came part of the Premium Package now comes standard.^[35]

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  Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d AMG Line
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  Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d AMG Line

The second generation GLA has four petrol and four diesel models at launch. The GLA 250 e plug-in hybrid model was revealed in March 2020.^[36] The model range for the United States is GLA 250, GLA 4MATIC, and Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4MATIC.

Only GLA 180 and 200 uses 7-speed 7G-DCT automatic transmission while the rest of engine range uses 8-speed 8G-DCT automatic transmission. The GLA 35 4MATIC AMG uses 8-speed AMG Speedshift automatic transmission. The GLA 250 e 8-speed automatic 8F-DCT. No manual transmission option is available anymore.

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