The Mercedes-Benz GLA 2024, or GLA-class, is a premium five-seater compact crossover. In the Philippines, it is available in two variants. There's GLA 200 AMG Line priced at Php 3,850,000, and the 200 Progressive Line which retails at Php 3,800,000
Under the hood of the Philippine-spec GLA-Class is a 1.3-liter inline-4 gasoline engine, which can make up to 163 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
Size-wise, the GLA-Class has a length of 4,410mm, a width of 1,834mm, and a height of 1,611mm. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,729mm.
Locally, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA’s closest competitors are the BMW X1, Lexus UX, Audi Q3, among others.
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The Mercedes-Benz GLA was first introduced at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show. It first arrived in the Philippines in 2017 and has since received upgrades until the latest generation was released in 2020.
On the exterior, the GLA dons a sporty look balanced with the signature Mercedes-Benz Philippines refinement of flowing lines and smooth curves. Up front is a bulging grille with horizontal blades flanked with LED headlamps and daytime running lamps. Underneath the grille is a chrome underguard that is also present at the rear together with the LED fog lamps and tail lamps. Such details make the GLA look fresher while keeping the sophisticated vibe. The base variant rides on 17-inch alloy wheels while the top range variant is furnished with 19-inch alloys.
As expected from Mercedes-Benz, the GLA 2024 boasts of its cabin decked in fine materials. Seats are upholstered in Artico authentically handmade leather. In front is an organized and straightforward dashboard with the infotainment system in the center.
Some features found inside the GLA-Class include a push-to-start button, rain-sensing wipers, AMG floor mats, split-folding rear seats, electronic driver and front seats, automatic climate control, etc.
For safety, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA is equipped with seven airbags, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, stability control, traction control, ISOFIX child seat tethers, a tire pressure monitor, hill-start assist, among others.
It also gets an array of driver assists technologies like an active braking assist system, attention assists with drowsiness detection, adaptive brake lights, active pedestrian protection, active parking assist, etc.
Entertainment for its occupants is then handled by a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also has a touchpad, and voice controls. The driver in turn is given a seven-inch digital gauge cluster.
The GLA Philippines 2024 comes with MacPherson strut suspension in front and Multi-link rear suspension. Its four-wheel independent suspension enables the GLA to have better handling in city or off-road driving. Stopping power comes from ventilated discs all around.
The GLA 200 AMG Line uses a turbocharged 1.3-liter inline-4 gasoline engine. It can make up to 163 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque, and it is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is available in eight different colors. These include Digital White, Night Black, Mountain Grey, Iridium Silver, Patagonia Red, Denim Blue, Polar White, and Cosmos Black.
The currently available Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is largely on-par against its rivals when it comes to power. It is also a match against the high-tech Audi Q3 which also comes with an active parking assist feature. Style-wise, its front end is on the more conventional side but otherwise, it is an elegant-looking crossover.
Let's check out the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2024 price in the Philippines.
Variants | Price |
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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 200 Progressive Line | ₱3.8 Million |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 200 AMG Line | ₱3.85 Million |
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