Mercedes GLA
Mercedes joins the premium compact SUV segment.
The new GLA rounds off the extensive SUV portfolio of Mercedes-Benz. With five model series (GLA, GLK, ML, GL and G) the company offers the widest range of any European premium manufacturer, and meets all the individual mobility wishes of its customers. At the same time the GLA-Class is the fourth of a total of five new compact models from Mercedes-Benz. The first Mercedes-Benz in the fast-growing compact SUV segment has been designed with contained dimensions (length x width x height 4417 x 1804 x 1494 millimetres), with particular attention to aerodynamics (Cd figure 0.29).
The rear seat backrests can not only be folded down completely, but are also adjustable for angle if required, thereby increasing loading capacity by 60 litres. The luggage compartment offers 421 litres of capacity and can be extended to 836 litres. Electric tail gate opening is an available option.
Initially powertrain offering includes 4 variants. The 1.6 and 2.0-litre petrol engines offer 156 hp in the GLA 200 to 211 hp in the GLA 250. In addition two diesel engines are available: the 2.2 litre GLA 200 CDI develops 136 hp and maximum torque of 300 Nm while emissions are only 114 g of CO2 per km. The GLA 220 CDI also has a displacement of 2.2 litres but develops 170 hp and 350 Nm. The GLA is the first Mercedes-Benz is optionally available with the new-generation permanent all-wheel drive system 4MATIC, with fully variable torque distribution.
Model | GLA 200 | GLA 250/ GLA 250 4MATIC | GLA 200 CDI/ GLA 200 CDI 4MATIC | GLA 220 CDI/ GLA 220 CDI 4MATIC |
Engine | 4 in line, petrol | 4 in line, petrol | 4 in line, diesel | 4 in line, diesel |
Displacement | 1595 | 1991 | 2143 | 2143 |
Power | 156 / 5300 | 211 / 5500 | 136 / 3600-4000 | 170 / 3600-4000 |
Torque | 250 / 1250-4000 | 350 / 1200-4000 | 300 / 1400-4000 | 350 / 1600-3200 |
Inside, the 3-spoke steering wheel with 12 function keys and a galvanised chrome clasp is standard equipment. On request an instrument cluster version with two tubes is available. A wide choice of seat upholsteries in material (e.g. leather, fabric, fabric/leather) and colour combinations are made available for individualisation. Sports seats with integrated head restraints are available as an optional extra. Four equipment packages are offered, Style, Urban, AMG, Exclusive and SUV Style. The latter accentuates the SUV character of the GLA even further.
Price and availability have not been disclosed yet. The GLA will be officially launched at the upcoming IAA Frankfurt auto show in September 2013.
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