2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45

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$49,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive acceleration for an SUV

Too much road noise

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available

Sporty ride quality

Intrusive stop-and-go feature and automatic transmission

Redesigned instrument panel

Super comfy interiors

Mediocre cargo room

Specs & Features

$49,900

price

375 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

350 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

torque

7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual w/od

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 SUV is a proud member of the subcompact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the BMW X1 which offers a lower power output at a lower price. Alternatively, you could spend a little more for the larger Porsche Macan S or the Audi SQ5 both of which offer similar performance. Spread across a standalone trim, the AMG GLA 45 SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $49,900. Its 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine and 7-speed shiftable automatic transmission give the SUV 375 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,968 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the AMG GLA 45 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 25 MPG, a number that is great for the class and highly improves the AMG GLA 45's practicality. It also has a ground clearance of 4.8 inches.

Buying Advice

The high-performance AMG GLA 45 comes in a single and very well-equipped trim level. It comes standard with all-wheel drive, a more powerful engine, sport exhaust, unique 19-inch wheels, sport-tuned suspension and steering, and upgraded brakes. Also standard are xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, the power passenger seat, and many more features.

Trims

    Base
    $49,900 onwards
    • 19-inch machined alloy wheels
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$49,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.84

Horsepower

375 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

350 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

Capacity

5

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$44,050- $58,500

Gasoline

7.7

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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$40,900- $53,200

Gasoline

7.24

220 hp @ 4450 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$49,000- $65,000

Gasoline

8.12

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

7

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$45,550- $58,100

Gasoline

7.66

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$39,395- $62,895

Gasoline

7.31

310 hp @ 6600 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$43,100- $44,900

Gasoline

7.72

295 hp @ 6400 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$42,390- $69,700

Gasoline

8.36

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$41,800- $62,500

Gasoline

7.59

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$43,220- $50,520

Gasoline

7.7

295 hp @ 6300 rpm

268 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.55 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    5.4 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    2017 BMW X4

    Ranked #3

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    6.1 sec--
    6.2 sec14.7 sec115 mph
    6.3 sec14.9 sec-

    2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg14.8 gal.325.6/414.4 mi.
      24 mpg33 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/435.6 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg24 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/469.8 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/487.2 mi.
      21 mpg29 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/536.5 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.2 gal.384/518.4 mi.

      2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        175 in.71 in.58.2 in.4.8 in.106.3 in.
        2017 Audi Q7

        Ranked #1

        199.6 in.77.5 in.68.5 in.8 in.117.9 in.
        196.4 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        196.2 in.77.8 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        192.5 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.8.2 in.109.8 in.
        190 in.76.1 in.66.2 in.7.8 in.112.2 in.

        2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.9 cu.ft.-41.8 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.149.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.125.4 cu.ft.67.3 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.-56.5 cu.ft.
          18.4 cu.ft.121.3 cu.ft.56.3 cu.ft.
          17.7 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.53 cu.ft.

          2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            41.8 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.41.8 cu.ft.-
            76.5 cu.ft.15.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.-
            56.3 cu.ft.18.4 cu.ft.56.3 cu.ft.-
            56.5 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.56.5 cu.ft.-
            2017 Audi Q7

            Ranked #5

            4.8 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.71.6 cu.ft.-
            29.9 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.-

            2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7200 lbs.-3457 lbs.
              6600 lbs.-3296 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1497 lbs.4015 lbs.
              5000 lbs.-4323 lbs.
              4409 lbs.1488 lbs.3902 lbs.
              2017 Audi Q5

              Ranked #5

              4400 lbs.1333 lbs.4200 lbs.

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