2020-present GLA OverviewMercedes GLA Overview (2020 - present)
H247
Tech Specs Summary
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- 118 - 168 mph
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- 4.3 - 11.0 seconds
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- 114 - 415 BHP
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- 29.7 - 256.8 mpg
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- 1,480 - 1,775 kg
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- 425 - 1,430 L
This generation of the Mercedes GLA (H247) is produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes and started production in 2020. It's a front engined SUV with front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, four-wheel drive or front-biased four-wheel drive. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 114 BHP 1.3 L Inline 4 Turbo mild hybrid petrol engine all the way to a 415 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the GLA is the Mercedes AMG GLA 45 S 4MATIC+ which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 415 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 235 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 168 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes GLA 250 e is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 1,977 miles and can store 445-1,385 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,800 kg.