MERCEDES-BENZ GLA AMG HATCHBACK

Name: MERCEDES-BENZ GLA GLA 35 4Matic Premium Plus 5dr Auto
Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
SKU: 103449
Availability: InStock

GLA 35 4Matic Premium Plus 5dr Auto

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Fuel Type Petrol

Co2 203.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 155mph

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Lease Type

Personal Business

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

An excess mileage charge will apply if you exceed the contracted mileage. The exact charge will be confirmed on the official quotation prior to your acceptance to proceed.

Important Information

Excess mileage charges will apply if you go over the stated contract mileage.
Vehicle damage charges may occur if the vehicle is returned outside BVRLA's Fair Wear and Tear guidelines.
All rentals are subject to the necessary finance acceptance criteria.
Prices shown are indicative and subject to change.
No ownership option is available on this lease.
Manufacturer’s maintenance schedule must be observed and additional charges may apply for failure to maintain servicing and any non fair wear and tear damage to the vehicle.
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Fuel Type Petrol

Co2 203.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 155mph

MERCEDES-BENZ GLA Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving

Performance
8
Handling
7
Comfort
6
Space
7
Styling
8
Build
7
Value
5
Equipment
7
Economy
6
Depreciation
6
Insurance
5

The GLA 35 4MATIC is a complete but very pricey fast small SUV package. Jonathan Crouch reports.

Ten Second Review

If you like the Mercedes-AMG A 35 but need something more practical, this almost identically-engineered GLA 35 SUV model might well fit the bill - if you can afford to stretch to it. It's not the most engaging choice in its segment, but there's a lot of technology and polish here.

Background

There's quite a market for small crossover SUVs with hot hatch-style engines and a premium feel. If you're thinking of this kind of car, you'll already be looking at models like the Audi SQ2, the BWW X2 M35i and possibly also the CUPRA Ateca and the Volkswagen T-Roc R. To that list, you'll want to add this car, the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4MATIC. As you might know, the '35' version of this GLA is showroom stablemate to the wild Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S 4MATIC+. And shares virtually all its engineering with the Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC hot hatch and saloon models. Which means that the latest version we look at here has gained those '35' shopping rocket models' 48V mild hybrid embellishment for its four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine.

Driving Experience

The four cylinder 2.0-litre engine borrowed from the A 35 has the same performance stats with this updated GLA 35 model - 302bhp and 400Nm of torque. This has now been embellished with a 48V mild hybrid module which adds 13bhp to the powertrain at low revs and also energises the start stop system. The 62mph from rest sprint takes 5.2s en route to 155mph. And there's a 4MATIC 4WD system that allows up to 50% of torque to be sent to the rear axle. But you don't get the torque vectoring rear differential of the faster GLA 45, or that car's wild 'drift mode'. There's an AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G 8-speed paddle shift auto transmission and buyers get much the same 'Dynamic Select' driving modes system as you'd find the AMG GT sports car, with 'comfort', 'sport', 'sport+' and 'individual' settings. There's quick, precise steering. And with top 'Premium Plus' trim you get adaptive damping, though you won't want to engage the stiffer 'sport+' mode very often because it makes the already rather over-firm ride firmer still, particularly with larger wheel sizes fitted. There's quite a bit of road noise, but what might sell you this car to you is its fruity exhaust note complete with parps and crackles. Through the turns, there's lots of grip but not much of a feeling of hot hatch-style engagement.

Design and Build

This certainly looks a more serious kind of GLA. That mark of Mercedes-AMG, the signature 'Panamericana' front grille, is present and sits above a wide wing-shaped air dam that's been re-styled for this updated model. Other marks of this car's proper AMG status include twin tailpipes, a bespoke spoiler and big 20-inch wheel rims. With this updated model, the wheel arch extensions are now painted in body colour. Inside, you sit around 140mm higher than you would in a Mercedes-AMG A 35 on figure-hugging sports seats. There are the expected big twin screens of the MBUX multimedia system and the Widescreen Cockpit instrument display. But the need to stretch this A-Class-derived fascia design over a taller dashboard has resulted in the need to add some rather strangely-shaped slabs of carbon. This updated model has a revised AMG Performance steering wheel. And there's a smart trio of centre bullet vents. A 200mm gain in height and a 30mm gain in wheelbase length over the A 35 makes this fast GLA a better prospect carrying rear-seated folk. But you still wouldn't really want to take more than a couple of adults. Out back, there's a decently-sized 495-litre boot, which is very competitive with the class favourites.

Market and Model

The GLA 35 4MATIC prices from around £53,000 - that's in base 'Premium' form; there's a plusher 'Premium Plus' variant available for just over £56,000. Either way, though very pricey in segment terms, it's much more accessible than the faster GLA 45 model (which costs over £71,000). Both '35' versions have 20-inch AMG alloy wheels, an AMG sports exhaust system and LED high performance headlamps . Plus 64-colour ambient lighting, an AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather and an MBUX augmented reality navigation system. To this tally, Mercedes also adds black leather upholstery, AMG-branded floor mats, sports seats and illuminated AMG door sills. There's also the brand's advanced sound system with 225-watts. Stretch to 'Premium Plus' trim and you get an AMG Aerodynamics Package, AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with electronically controlled damping, a panoramic sunroof and MULTIBEAM LED headlamps with the brand's 'adaptive high beam assist plus' system. In addition, the 20-inch wheels are of a more eye-catching 5-twin-spoke design and are finished in painted matt black with a high sheen rim flange. There's also a seat memory package, an exit warning function and traffic sign assist.

Cost of Ownership

The GLA 35 manages up to 32.1mpg on the WLTP combined cycle and between 201 to 203g/km of CO2 (which incidentally, is nearly 4mpg less and 40g/km more than the Mercedes-AMG A 35 hatch and saloon). These figures don't seem to have been very noticeably improved by the addition of a 48-volt mild hybrid system to this revised model's 2.0-litre AMG-tuned four cylinder turbo engine. The electrified bit comprises of a belt-driven starter generator (RSG) and an additional 48 volt on-board power supply. The second-generation RSG set-up functions as a mild hybrid and in addition to a temporary power boost of 13bhp under mid-range acceleration, it permits such functions as coasting and recuperation for supposedly greater efficiency. The 48 volt technology is also supposed to improve comfort, with the transitions of the start/stop and coasting function barely noticeable. The GLA 35's 'DYNAMIC SELECT' driving mode system doesn't feature a frugal 'Eco' setting but if you keep this car in its 'Comfort' mode, the auto gearbox will upshift itself earlier to promote frugality. Service intervals for this GLA 35 will depend on how far you drive and under what conditions - but Mercedes does offer 'ServiceCare', which allows you to spread your bills into manageable payments, guarantees the price of parts and labour for up to four services, and covers the cost of recommended service items such as brake fluid, spark plugs, air filters, fuel filters and screen wash. Another thing we'll need to tell you is that the comprehensive three year unlimited mileage warranty is built upon by Mercedes' Mobilo scheme which delivers breakdown cover for up to thirty years, as long as you continue to have your car serviced at a Mercedes main dealer. Insurance is group 39E.

Summary

There are lots of reasons why you might want a Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4MATIC. Rapid performance, a premium feel, decent efficiency, lots of technology. But then you look at the price. This really is an awful lot of money to spend on a small SUV, even a very fast one. Ride quality and refinement aren't very Mercedes-like either. Still, you may be able to arrange a finance deal that can make that huge up-front sticker figure palatable and if so, the GLA 35 will feel a very thoroughly engineered and desirable little thing. Whether it's actually a better proposition than more affordable, sporty rivals is another question entirely.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Driver Convenience

10.25 inch touchscreen central media display
10.25" Digital instrument cluster display screen
AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with driving programs (Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Individual and Race) including drift mode via steering wheel shift paddles
AMG speed sensitive steering with two sets of steering characteristics
Attention assist
Cruise control + speed limiter
Direct steering
Driver monitoring camera
ECO start/stop function
Fluid level warning indicator for fuel, oil, coolant and washer fluid
Full color head up display
Hard-disk navigation
Hey Mercedes Voice activation
Lamp failure indicator
Lane keeping assist (LKA)
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
Mercedes me connect including emergency call system, accident recovery, breakdown and maintenance management
Mercedes me remote services
Multi function trip computer
Outside temperature gauge
Owners manual and service booklet in English
Pre-installation of private car share
Radio aerial integrated into front and rear windshields
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android auto
Traffic sign assist
Wireless charging

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

AMG performance 4MATIC+ with torque control
AMG Ride Control suspension
Rear axle multi-link
Suspension with adaptive damping system

Entertainment

Bluetooth connectivity including audio streaming
DAB Digital radio
MBUX multimedia system
Mercedes-Benz (225w) sound system with 10 speakers

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights
Adaptive full LED rear lights with automatic adjustment of light intensity to the surroundings
AMG body styling - Front apron with air deflectors on the outer air intakes
AMG emblem on the front instead of the "Mercedes-Benz" laurel wreath badge
AMG Rear apron with specific diffuser look with four vertical fins and two round chrome plated tailpipe trim elements with a diameter of 90 mm
AMG sports exhaust system with two round tailpipes attached to the rear apron
Automatic headlamp activation
Body colour bumpers
Car wash function
Cornering light function with activated high beam
Dark privacy glass from B-pillar backwards
Electric front windows
Electric rear windows
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors with integrated LED indicators
Front wings with TURBO 4MATIC lettering
Heated glass rear windscreen + timer control
Interior mirror with black reading lamps and frameless
LED daytime running lights
LED third brake light
Multibeam LED headlamps with adaptive highbeam assist plus
Panoramic sunroof
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
Rear fog lights
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Roof spoiler
Window line in high gloss black

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
40:20:40 split folding rear seat backrests
Adjustable head restraints
Air conditioning - air vents with silver chrome surround
Air conditioning - Two zone thermotronic luxury automatic climate control with display
Aluminium geashift paddles in silver colour
AMG floor mats with AMG lettering in front
AMG illuminated door sills with changeable cover
AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather
Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
Black roof lining
Courtesy light in boot
Electrically adjustable front memory seats with four way lumbar support
Front centre armrest with stowage
Heated front seats
Illuminated glovebox
Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Luggage net on driver/front passenger seat backrest
Manually height and reach adjustable steering column
Rear armrest with two integral cup holders for drinks
Single front passenger seat
Sport seats with fixed head restraints
Sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with black rubber studs
Stowage compartment in centre console
Stowage compartment with retractable cover
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Topstitching on the dashboard and beltline significantly enhance the high quality impression
Twin front cup holders
Two outer rear seat isofix and top tether child seat fixing points

Packs

AMG Aerodynamics package - GLA
AMG Night package - GLA
Comfort seat pack - GLA Class
Interior lighting with light and sight pack - GLA
Keyless go comfort package - GLA
Mirror pack - GLA Class
Parking package with 360-degree camera - GLA
USB package plus - GLA
Winter package - GLA

Passive Safety

3 rear 3 point seatbelts
ABS with Brake Assist
Active bonnet pedestrain safety measure which detects an impact and raises bonnet by 65mm
Adaptive brake assist with hold function and hill start assist
AMG high performance brake system with red painted brake callipers and black AMG lettering at the front, ventilated and perforated brake discs
Black seatbelts
Brake pad wear warning indicator
Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windows
Crash responsive emergency lighting
Driver and passenger head and side airbags
Drivers knee airbag
Dual stage driver/passenger airbags
Electronic parking brake
ESP curve dynamic assist
ESP with ASR
Exit warning
Front and rear seatbelt reminder
Front passenger seat occupancy sensor
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit
Window airbags

Security

Alarm system with immobiliser and interior protection -Thatcham category 1
Guard 360 degree vehicle protection
Remote central locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function

Trim

Light longitudinal grain aluminium trim

Wheels

20" AMG 5 twin spoke light alloy wheels aerodynamically optimised and painted in matt black with high-sheen rim flange RTW
Summer tyres
Tirefit tyre sealant kit
Wheel arches wider for AMG wheels

Emissions - ICE

CO

0.152
HC

0.008
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

70
NOx

0.013
Particles

0.0001
Standard Emissions

EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb

203
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH

203
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL

203

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

DOHC
Catalytic Convertor

Yes
CC

1991
Compression Ratio

10.0:1
Cylinder Layout

IN-LINE
Cylinders

4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

83
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

92
Engine Layout

FRONT TRANSVERSE
Fuel Delivery

TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Gears

8 SPEED
Number of Valves

16
Transmission

SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

No
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb

8.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH

8.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL

8.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High

8.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH

8.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL

8.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High

7.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEH

7.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEL

7.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low

13.7
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEH

13.7
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEL

13.7
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium

8.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEH

8.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEL

8.9
WLTP - MPG - Comb

31.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH

31.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL

31.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High

33.2
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH

33.2
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL

33.2
WLTP - MPG - High

37.7
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH

37.7
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL

37.7
WLTP - MPG - Low

20.6
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH

20.6
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL

20.6
WLTP - MPG - Medium

31.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH

31.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL

31.7

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

Yes
Badge Engine CC

2.0
Badge Power

306
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

4Matic
Coin Series

Premium +
Generation Mark

2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

40E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

96
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

90
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

79
NCAP Safety Assist %

75
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

12
Service Interval Mileage

12500
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

5.2
Engine Power - BHP

306
Engine Power - KW

225
Engine Power - RPM

6100
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

295
Engine Torque - MKG

40.8
Engine Torque - NM

400
Engine Torque - RPM

2500
Top Speed

155

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

255/40 R20
Tyre Size Rear

255/40 R20
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

5 TWIN SPOKE
Wheel Type

20" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

Not Available
Height (including roof rails)

1590
Length

4436
Wheelbase

2729
Width

1849
Width (including mirrors)

2020

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

51
Gross Vehicle Weight

2250
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

1430
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

495
Max. Loading Weight

500
Max. Roof Load

75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

750
Minimum Kerbweight

1750
No. of Seats

5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

12.3

Company car tax calculator

Tax Year	BIK	BIK Value	Tax Payable at 20%	Tax Payable at 40%
2026/27	37%	£1734.07	£346.81	£693.63
2027/28	37%	£1734.07	£346.81	£693.63
2028/29	38%	£1780.93	£356.19	£712.37
2029/30	39%	£1827.80	£365.56	£731.12

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