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The new-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA is due to arrive from August, with pricing and standard equipment up across the range.
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Mercedes-Benz Australia has announced pricing and specifications for the all-new GLA compact SUV, with the Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40 rival to kick off from $55,100 plus on-road costs.
The price of entry is up by around $10,000 compared to the previous model, though the three-pointed star promises more space, performance and features with its new model.
Four variants will be offered at launch, starting with the GLA200 and topping out with the hi-po AMG GLA45 S 4Matic – which eclipses the $100,000 barrier for the first time.
The new GLA is available to order now with Benz-badged models arriving in August, and AMG models due in the fourth quarter.
All prices exclude on-road costs.
The new GLA family is exclusively powered by turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engines.
GLA200 models are powered by a 1.3-litre turbo four co-developed with the Renault-Nissan Alliance, developing 120kW of power and 250Nm. Drive is sent to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch auto.
The GLA250 4Matic gets a larger 2.0-litre turbo making 165kW and 350Nm, driving all four wheels via a new eight-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Opting for the AMG GLA35 (above) gets an even more powerful version of the GLA250’s 2.0-litre turbo, boosted to 225kW and 400Nm. Drive in the GLA35 is channelled through an AMG-tuned eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The GLA35 completes the 0-100 sprint in a claimed 5.1 seconds.
Finally, the flagship AMG GLA45 S gets a model-specific 2.0-litre turbo four outputting a hefty 310kW and 500Nm.
The powertrain is married to an eight-speed DCT with Race Start (launch control) and 4Matic+ variable all-wheel drive.
Mercedes-AMG claims a 4.3-second sprint from 0-100 for the GLA45 S, making it 0.2 seconds quicker than arch rival Audi’s new RSQ3 and RSQ3 Sportback.
Mercedes-Benz Australia is yet to quote local fuel consumption figures for our market, though overseas figures are as follows:
Note: The variations in global fuel consumption data is based on the effects of different specifications on the more realistic WLTP test cycle i.e. certain wheel/tyre packages will perform differently in official testing
The new-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA is as yet untested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
It’s worth noting, however, that all the GLA’s platform mates – i.e. the A-Class, B-Class, CLA and GLB – have all achieved five stars with strong results across the board.
All models come as standard with autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot assist, exit warning assistant, active lane keep assist, nine airbags, an active bonnet, cross-wind assist, Pre-Safe accident anticipatory systems, and traffic sign assist.
At 4417mm long, 1834mm wide and 1616mm tall with a 2729mm wheelbase, the new GLA is 14mm shorter, 30mm wider and 122mm taller than the previous model according to Mercedes-Benz, with an extra 30mm between the axles as well.
There’s 435L of boot space with the rear seats up – an improvement of 14L compared to the outgoing model – which expands to 1430L with the back row folded, an increase of nearly 200L.
GLA200 standard features include:
The GLA250 4Matic adds:
The AMG GLA35 4Matic adds:
The AMG GLA45 S 4Matic+ adds:
The GLA200 and GLA250 will be available for a limited time with the exclusive Edition 1 Package ($6990/$5990 for GLA200/GLA250) which brings the following enhancements:
We’re waiting to hear back from Mercedes-Benz Australia regarding service pricing for the new GLA range.
Stay tuned for an update with those details.
James is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Before joining CarExpert.com.au in 2020, James has worked at leading auto media outlets including Carsales and CarAdvice, as well as at Pulse agency for Ford Australia's communications team. In 2019 James made Mumbrella's 'Top 20 most prolific web authors in Australia' list after publishing 1,360 articles between March 1, 2018 and February 28, 2019 for CarAdvice. James is also an Ambassador for Drive Against Depression – an Australian charity whose mission is to support mental wellness through the freedom of driving and a shared love of cars.
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