2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA price and specs

Mercedes-Benz’s updated GLA range is now on sale, with a range of cosmetic tweaks and mild-hybrid powertrains across the range.

The base price has climbed $5700 to $68,900 before on-roads, though the entry-level GLA 200 now comes standard with a panoramic sunroof, power-adjustable front seats with memory, metallic paint, a surround-view camera, and adaptive cruise control.

The AMG GLA 35 is the flagship for now, with Mercedes-Benz yet to confirm an updated AMG GLA 45 S for our market.

All models now feature 48V mild-hybrid systems, which can provide 10kW of additional power for brief periods and allows the vehicle to coast with the combustion engine switched off.

AMG GLA 35 Credit: CarExpert

The 48V onboard power supply powers the belt-driven starter-generator and also recuperates energy during braking. Mercedes-Benz says its integration improves refinement and comfort.

The updated GLA range receives a “modernised” headlight and tail light signature. There’s also a redesigned front bumper with a new radiator grille.

The GLA now features the latest generation of the MBUX infotainment software, which comes with redesigned display styles, a voice assistant, and optional in-built games. It also now allows for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

On the safety front, the updated GLA receives tweaks to the lane-keep assist and active steering control. The next-generation parking package also supports longitudinal parking.

Pricing

All prices exclude on-road costs.

Drivetrains

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The GLA 200 is powered by a turbocharged 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 120kW of power and 270Nm of torque, mated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It’s front-wheel drive.

The GLA 250 upgrades to a turbocharged 2.0-litre four with 165kW and 350Nm, while the AMG GLA 35 also uses a turbo 2.0-litre four albeit with 225kW and 400Nm. Both use an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.

Efficiency

Mercedes-Benz hasn’t revealed local fuel economy figures for the updated GLA range.

Dimensions

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The Mercedes-Benz GLA measures 4412mm long, 2020mm wide (including the mirrors) and 1616mm tall on a 2729mm wheelbase.

There’s 435L of boot space, expanding to 1430L with the rear seats folded.

Servicing and Warranty

Pre-update model shown Credit: CarExpert

The Mercedes-Benz GLA is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Mercedes-Benz offers three-, four- and five-year servicing plans, with servicing intervals of 12 months or 25,000km.

These plans cost $3165, $4100 and $5155, respectively, in the GLA 200 and GLA 250, and $3500, $4400 and $5885 in the AMG GLA 35.

Safety

Overseas GLA 250e shown Credit: CarExpert

The Mercedes-Benz GLA has a five-star safety rating from ANCAP, based on testing conducted in 2019.

It received an adult occupant protection rating of 96 per cent, a child occupant protection rating of 92 per cent, a vulnerable road user protection rating of 79 per cent, and a safety assist rating of 77 per cent.

All GLA models come standard with the following safety equipment:

The AMG GLA 35 also includes a Driving Assistance Package that adds:

Standard Equipment

AMG GLA 35 Credit: CarExpert

The GLA 200 comes standard with the following equipment:

The GLA 250 4MATIC adds:

The AMG GLA 35 4MATIC adds:

Options

The Plus Package ($3770; GLA 200 and GLA 250) adds:

The Aerodynamics Package ($3550; AMG GLA 35 only) adds:

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