2021 Mercedes Benz GLA Launch Expected To Happen By Mid-May

The second-generation GLA looks more like an SUV with bigger dimensions

• Mercedes Benz is expected to launch the new-generation GLA by mid-May. 

• It is 104mm taller, 30mm wider but 14mm shorter than the earlier generation. The wheelbase has also grown longer by 30mm. 

• Features a 10.25-inch touchscreen system and digital driver’s display, powered front seats, dual sunroof setup, seven airbags and a 360-degree camera. 

• Likely to come with Mercedes’1.3-litre turbo-petrol and a 2.0-litre diesel engine. 

• The AMG variant could be locally assembled to keep costs in check. 

• Prices are expected to commence from Rs 42.90 lakh (ex-showroom). 

We have got to know that Mercedes Benz is most likely to launch the new-generation GLA by mid-May, depending on the ongoing pandemic situation. The bookings for the entry-level Mercedes SUV have reportedly commenced across certain dealerships. 

The new GLA gets a thorough upgrade in the form of bigger dimensions, new engines, more features and mainly, an SUV-type styling. It is 104mm taller (1611mm), 30mm wider (1834mm) but 14mm shorter (4410mm) than the previous-generation GLA. However, the wheelbase has increased by 30mm, to 2729mm. So we could see an improvement in rear-seat legroom. 

Features onboard include a dual-panel digital display, housing a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel and a 10.25-inch MBUX touchscreen infotainment system, dual sunroof setup, powered front seats, dual-zone climate control, 64 levels of ambient lighting and a wireless charging pad. Safety will be covered by active braking assist, seven airbags, hill start assist and a 360-degree camera. 

The engine options are yet to be narrowed down, but it should be offered with Mercedes’ 2.0-litre diesel engine and the A-Class 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine with mild hybrid tech. Also, the carmaker could offer either AMG GLA 35 or the GLA 45 model and could locally assemble it to keep costs in check. 

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Prices are expected to start from Rs 42.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The new-generation Mercedes Benz GLA will rival the BMW X1 and Volvo XC40.