Overview
- Mercedes revealed the all‑new GLA on July 29, built on the Mercedes‑Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) and positioned to replace the outgoing combustion GLA and the EQA electric model.
- The electric GLA line uses an 800V electrical system with three initial trims: GLA200 (58 kWh LFP), GLA250+ (85 kWh NMC) and GLA350 4Matic (85 kWh NMC), with manufacturer WLTP ranges spanning roughly 394–657 km across variants.
- Mercedes says the EVs support very fast DC charging, claiming a 320 kW charger can add about 270 km of WLTP range in ten minutes, a figure that depends on station power and real‑world conditions.
- Combustion buyers get a newly developed 1.5‑litre turbo petrol with 48V mild‑hybrid assistance and an integrated 22 kW electric motor inside an electrified eight‑speed dual‑clutch (8F‑eDCT) to improve urban efficiency and provide electric boost.
- The GLA grows substantially in size for more interior space and luggage (410 L boot, 107 L frunk, up to 38 mm extra rear legroom), features a glass 'wall' of MBUX screens and advanced AI functions, and is slated for wider market rollouts through 2027 with regional specs to follow.