Mercedes-Benz GLA 2020–2026 car dimensions: 4412 mm long, 1834 mm wide and 1616 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,715 kg. Braked towing is 2,000 kg.
Dual 10.25-inch displays form the MBUX system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. THERMOTRONIC dual-zone automatic climate control keeps front occupants comfortable. Standard cruise control is fitted, with Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC available as an option. Active Brake Assist provides automatic emergency braking. Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist come standard, along with a reversing camera and Active Parking Assist with parking sensors.
Boot space measures 425 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 1,420 litres when folded, offering a practical load floor level with the sill for easy loading of luggage or shopping.
The GLA 250 4MATIC can tow up to 2,000 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. Payload is rated at 480 kg.
4MATIC all-wheel drive and the Off-Road Engineering Package support light work or leisure towing duties on varied surfaces.
The cabin is refined and modern with twin 10.25-inch displays under glass, 64-colour ambient lighting and ARTICO or leatherette upholstery. Eight-way power front seats with memory and four-way lumbar are standard, with heated fronts common. Rear seats split 40/20/40 and recline. Dual-zone climate control is fitted. Space is generous for the class, with a quiet, comfortable feel on the road.
Premium unleaded gasoline required
Combined fuel use about 8.4 L/100 km or 28 mpg for 4MATIC
4-year/80 000 km basic and powertrain warranty
Euro NCAP 5-star rating for the generation
Standard active brake assist, blind-spot monitoring and seven airbags
The 2.0-litre turbo mild-hybrid engine needs premium unleaded. Official figures put the 4MATIC at roughly 25 city/33 highway mpg or 9.4/7.1 L/100 km, with a 51-litre tank giving solid range for daily use.
Factory warranty covers four years or 80 000 km on the vehicle and powertrain. Wear items such as pads have shorter coverage. Dealer service uses genuine parts and diagnostic tools.
The generation earned five stars from Euro NCAP with strong adult and child scores. Standard kit includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot assist, crosswind assist and multiple airbags. Extra packages add adaptive cruise and more.
Keep it with regular oil services and tyre checks. The compact size and 4MATIC make it easy to live with in town or light snow. Run-flat tyres are common so no spare is needed.
Length 4412 mm, Width 1834 mm, Height 1616 mm, Wheelbase 2729 mm (GLA 2020–2026)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Canada official page, Mercedes owner's manuals H247, French brochure and other.