2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
The new Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a small SUV available in Australia from $55,100 (MLRP, excl. on-roads).
There are 4 variants of the GLA available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2023.
The new 2018 GLA is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class include 1.3L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (120kW/270Nm), 1.3L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (160kW/450Nm), 1.3L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (120kW/270Nm), 1.3L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (120kW/250Nm), 1.3L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (120kW/250Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (165kW/350Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (165kW/350Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 8-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
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Dimensions
inc mirror: 2,020 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,424 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,834 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,020 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the base variant that starts from $55,100.
See all Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Special Edition variant that starts from $81,600.
See all Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: Edition 1 and Special Edition.
See all Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the base variant which measures 1834mm wide, 4412mm in length and sits 1616mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 165kW of power and 350nm of torque are the Edition 1 and Special Edition variants.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2195 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded, Unleaded or Electric.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.