Mercedes-Benz GLA 2020–2026 car dimensions: 4410 mm long, 1834 mm wide and 1611 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,480 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
The cabin uses the MBUX system with a standard touchscreen media display (7-inch base, larger on higher grades) and digital instrument cluster. Automatic climate control is standard, often as two-zone THERMOTRONIC. Cruise control with limiter comes as standard. Driver aids include standard Active Brake Assist for automatic emergency braking and Active Lane Keeping Assist. A 180° reversing camera is standard. Parking sensors and Blind Spot Assist are available via packages or on higher trims. Smartphone integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is offered on some grades or as an option.
Boot space measures around 435 litres with seats up, expanding to 1430 litres with the rear seats folded. Some markets list 495 litres seats up. The space suits everyday loads and folds flat for larger items.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1800 kg, with unbraked at 740 kg. Payload is approximately 525 kg based on kerb weight of 1485 kg and gross vehicle weight of 2010 kg. No specific heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed as standard for work use. comfort suspension is fitted, with optional off-road elements in some packages.
The cabin offers a higher upright SUV seating position with more rear legroom and elbow room than the prior model. Comfort seats include 4-way lumbar support as standard in many markets, paired with dual-zone automatic climate control. Optional panoramic sliding sunroof floods the space with light while ambient lighting and MBUX screens create a modern premium feel. Heated front seats are widely available, and packages add power memory adjustment plus ENERGIZING programs for longer journeys.
Combined fuel use 5.6-5.9 l/100 km for the 1.3-litre petrol
Service every 12 months or 15 000 km via ASSYST PLUS
Euro NCAP five-star rating with 96 percent adult protection
Standard Active Brake Assist, multi-airbag suite and ESP
Tyre pressure loss warning fitted as standard
The GLA 200 uses a 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol with cylinder shut-off. Official combined consumption sits between 5.6 and 5.9 litres per 100 km depending on equipment and tyres. Real-world figures typically land a little higher yet remain competitive for the class.
Mercedes schedules maintenance every 12 months or 15 000 km, whichever comes first. The ASSYST PLUS system tracks oil quality and remaining distance so the driver always knows when the next visit is due. A three-year unlimited-mileage warranty covers the car from new.
Crash protection earned a full five stars from Euro NCAP, scoring 96 percent for adult occupants and strong results for child protection. Standard kit includes Active Brake Assist that can brake autonomously for cars and pedestrians, plus multiple airbags, ESP and tyre-pressure monitoring. Optional Driving Assistance Package adds further cooperative systems such as Active Distance Assist.
Daily ownership is straightforward: the raised seating aids entry and exit, the height-adjustable load floor and 40:20:40 split rear seats handle shopping or weekend luggage, and remote services via Mercedes me keep tabs on fluid levels and service needs.
Length 4410 mm, Width 1834 mm, Height 1611 mm, Wheelbase 2729 mm (GLA 2020–2026)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Media press kit, auto-data.net and owner's manuals.