All you need to know about Gla Mercedes benz

 The Mercedes GLA is a compact SUV, in the C segment, manufactured by Mercedes since 2014. The second generation, presented in 2019, is currently on the market . The Mercedes GLA is characterized by its versatility for those looking for a car not only for day to day, but also to escape from the big city during the weekend. There is a fully electric version of the Mercedes GLA , called the Mercedes EQA . It is manufactured in the factory in Sindelfingen,  Germany.

Among the compact premium SUVs that aspire to rival the Mercedes GLA, we find other SUVs in its class, among which the BMW X1 , the  Audi Q3 or the  Range Rover Evoque stand out .

Design of the Mercedes GLA:

1. The aesthetics of the Mercedes GLA is that of a Mercedes Class A with an adventurous wink . Its very fluid lines draw it as a dynamic car, with a sporty air, and its height from the ground gives it robustness and a sense of security. 
2. The higher total height also makes it wider than the Mercedes A-Class from which it derives , especially in the height of the rear seats and the volume of the trunk, so we can consider it a compact family capable of transporting passengers and luggage without problems.
3. The bodywork of the Mercedes GLA measures 4.41 meters long, 1.83 meters wide and 1.61 meters high, dimensions that, however, are very well concealed thanks to very marked and sporty lines that provide a very dynamic pleasing to the eye, making the Mercedes GLA one of the most attractive compact SUVs in terms of image.
4. The body of the Mercedes GLA does not exceed 4.5 meters long

Mercedes GLA engines:

The Mercedes GLA, using the same platform as other compact models of the star brand, also shares engines 

• so all the engines available in the Mercedes GLA range are four-cylinder, have direct injection and are supercharged by turbocharger.
• The mechanical range of the Mercedes GLA is made up of two gasoline and two diesel engines .

 The petrol versions are the GLA 200 with 150 hp or the GLA 250 4 Matic with 224 hp. Among the diesel engines, we find a 150 hp GLA 200d (which can be front-wheel drive or 4Matic all-wheel drive) and a 190 hp GLA 220d 4Matic.

There is also a plug-in hybrid variant, called the GLA 250e . This version has a 1.3 turbocharged four-cylinder engine (the 1.33 engine with direct injection and cylinder disconnection that several models of both Mercedes and Renault-Dacia already mount), to which is added an electric motor to total 218 CV and 450 Nm. 

The transmission is an 8-speed dual-clutch DCT gearbox that sends power to the front wheels. A lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 15.6 kWh feeds the electrical system, offering an electric range under the WLTP cycle of between 53 and 61 kilometers in electric mode. This version has the DGT ZERO label. More information on the Mercedes plug-in hybrid variants .

There is a fully electric version of the Mercedes GLA  called the Mercedes EQA:

The Mercedes GLA also has two versions specially designed by Mercedes-AMG. These are the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 and AMG GLA 45 , which share engine and chassis tuning with the Mercedes-AMG A 35 and A45. Thus, in addition to having a special aesthetic to distinguish them from the more "traditional" models, the Mercedes-AMG GLA have first-rate dynamic performance.

The Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h, thanks to its 306 hp 2.0 turbo engine . Unlike the A 35, the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 is equipped with an 8-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G automatic gearbox instead of 7-speed as in the compact.

The Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 develops 387 hp or 421 hp in the GLA 45 S version. In the latter, the torque is a monstrous 500 Nm between 5,000 and 5,250 rpm, which is passed to all four wheels through a gearbox. AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G gearbox with double clutch and eight relationships. On paper, it is capable of doing 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds, with a top speed electronically limited to 270 km/h. More information about the Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 .

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Interior of the Mercedes GLA:

Inside, the dashboard of the Mercedes GLA is identical to that of any other Mercedes Class A, with the characteristic double floating screen  that has been talked about so much and that makes the interior of the Mercedes GLA one of the most futuristic of the moment

• Another characteristic note of Mercedes is the gear lever in the automatic versions, located like a satellite to the right of the steering wheel and common to the entire range of the German manufacturer.
• The materials chosen for the manufacture of the interior of the Mercedes GLA are correct, generally with a good touch, although it is possible to find some mismatches and creaks between parts , a feature that, on the other hand, is becoming common in access models of the brand. of the star
• Elements such as the decorative moldings or the huge amount of ambient lighting make traveling at night in a Mercedes GLA an experience

The greater total height also makes it wider than the Mercedes A-Class from which it derives , especially in the height of the rear seats and the volume of a trunk that measures 435 liters , so we can consider it a compact family capable of transporting passengers and luggage. No problem.

 

Dynamics of the Mercedes GLA:

The Mercedes GLA shares a platform and interior design with the Mercedes A-Class , the Mercedes CLA , the Mercedes B-Class minivan and the Mercedes GLB SUV , so the dynamic sensations are comparable between all these models, saving the obvious distances between models.

Thus, the Mercedes GLA promises pleasant driving dynamics for most users, with an agile touch due to a more attractive chassis adjustment for those who like to link curves thanks to comfortable damping but capable of containing body movements. , as well as a power steering with a more than correct adjustment.

Despite the fact that the ground clearance is higher than that offered by the Mercedes A-Class, the Mercedes GLA is not the most appropriate model to leave the asphalt because its angles of attack are not very favorable. Besides, it does not have any assistant for driving off the asphalt beyond the all-wheel drive and traction control with off-road mode.

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