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.