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2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35

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Rating7.1

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$47,550
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Fancy-looking exterior

The cabin gets infected with road noise at high speed

The AMG GLA 35 is the new model

Comfortable seats

Other SUVs have a bigger cargo area

Easy-to-use infotainment system

Some essential driving assistance features are optional

The acceleration is quick

Specs & Features

$47,550

price

302 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 is a proud member of the subcompact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the BMW X2, the Audi Q3, and the Volvo XC40. With a single trim, the AMG GLA 35 has a base price of MSRP of $47,550. Its 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 and 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic transmission give the SUV 302 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. 

With that, it manages 0-60 MPH in 5.1 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,300 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG GLA 35 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 25 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 4.6 inches with a maximum load.

Buying Advice

With attractive looks, swift acceleration, and a luxury interior, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 becomes more desirable. If you are set on buying the AMG GLA 35 then the driving assistance package, panoramic sunroof, and Burmester 3D surround sound system are not gonna do any harm. 

Trims

    Base
    $47,550 onwards
    • Antitheft alarm system
    • Blind Spot Assist
    • Heated power side mirrors
    • Outside temperature display
    • Rain-Sensing windshield wipers

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7.1
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35

Price

$47,550

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.09

Horsepower

302 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

5

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2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.9 sec--
    		4.27 sec--
    		6.6 sec--
    2021 BMW X1

    Ranked #3

    		6.6 sec15.2 sec127 mph
    		7.8 sec16.1 sec-
    		7.8 sec16.1 sec-
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    2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		23 mpg29 mpg25 mpg13.5 gal.310.50/391.50 mi.
      2021 Kia Niro

      Ranked #1

      		53 mpg48 mpg50 mpg11.9 gal.630.70/571.20 mi.
      		27 mpg33 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.356.4/435.6 mi.
      		28 mpg34 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/448.8 mi.
      		27 mpg31 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.356.4/409.2 mi.
      		28 mpg31 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/409.2 mi.

      2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		174.6 in.72.8 in.62.5 in.5.6 in.107.4 in.
        		181.1 in.76.7 in.63.21 in.6.7 in.109.4 in.
        2021 Audi Q3

        Ranked #2

        		176.6 in.72.8 in.62.9 in.6.7 in.105.5 in.
        2021 BMW X1

        Ranked #3

        		175.5 in.71.7 in.62.9 in.7.2 in.105.1 in.
        		174.6 in.72.8 in.62.5 in.-107.4 in.
        		174.2 in.73.7 in.65.3 in.8.3 in.106.4 in.

        2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		19 cu.ft.-50.5 cu.ft.
          		18.8 cu.ft.92.8 cu.ft.48.4 cu.ft.
          		23.5 cu.ft.88.7 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.
          		20.9 cu.ft.91.1 cu.ft.65.4 cu.ft.
          		14.1 cu.ft.91.7 cu.ft.39.8 cu.ft.
          		18.7 cu.ft.92.8 cu.ft.48.4 cu.ft.

          2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		50.5 cu.ft.19 cu.ft.50.5 cu.ft.-
            		28.6 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.62.8 cu.ft.-
            2021 BMW X1

            Ranked #3

            		13.3 cu.ft.27.1 cu.ft.58.7 cu.ft.-
            		52.7 cu.ft.22.5 cu.ft.48.9 cu.ft.120 ft.
            		83.1 cu.ft.20.9 cu.ft.65.4 cu.ft.82 ft.
            2021 Kia Niro

            Ranked #6

            		-12 cu.ft.54.5 cu.ft.-

            2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3300 lbs.-3653 lbs.
              		5000 lbs.1089 lbs.2890 lbs.
              2021 Audi Q3

              Ranked #2

              		4400 lbs.1091 lbs.3902 lbs.
              2021 BMW X1

              Ranked #3

              		3700 lbs.924 lbs.3567 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1300 lbs.3660 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1133 lbs.3574 lbs.

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