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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45

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Rating6.9

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Subcompact SUV
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$50,600
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Joyful and immersive ride characteristics

Choppy transmission

Updated front and rear bumpers

Notable gas mileage

Average legroom and headroom

New gauge cluster and a rearview camera

Can handle any terrain and weather conditions

Plenty of standard features

Specs & Features

$50,600

price

375 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

350 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 SUV is a proud member of the subcompact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Audi Q3 SUV and the BMW X1 SUV. With a single trim, the AMG GLA 45 carries a base price of MSRP $50,600. Its 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission give the SUV 375 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 4.3 seconds. 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 4.9 inches.

Buying Advice

The AMG GLA 45 being the top trim level, comes with all the standard features you would ever need. You can also take advantage of the available AMG Dynamic Plus package which includes adaptive dampers, a limited-slip differential, a Race driving mode, and a higher top speed.

Trims

    Base
    $50,600 onwards
    • MB-Tex simulated leather upholstery
    • Seven-inch high-resolution touchscreen infotainment

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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45

Price

$50,600

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.92

Horsepower

375 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

350 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

Capacity

5

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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    2018 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #2

    		5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    		6.3 sec14.8 sec128 mph
    2018 BMW X1

    Ranked #4

    		6.6 sec15.3 sec127 mph
    2018 BMW X2

    Ranked #4

    		6.6 sec--
    		7.2 sec15.6 sec135 mph
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    2018 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.
      2018 BMW X1

      Ranked #1

      		23 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.370.3/515.2 mi.
      2018 BMW X2

      Ranked #1

      		23 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.370.3/515.2 mi.
      		21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg18.1 gal.380.1/506.8 mi.
      		20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg19.8 gal.396/495 mi.
      2018 Audi SQ5

      Ranked #5

      		19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.257.4/376.2 mi.

      2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		175.4 in.71 in.58 in.4.9 in.106.3 in.
        		184.3 in.76.1 in.63.9 in.7.8 in.110.5 in.
        2018 Audi SQ5

        Ranked #2

        		183.9 in.74.5 in.65.3 in.8.2 in.111.2 in.
        2018 BMW X1

        Ranked #3

        		175.4 in.71.7 in.62.9 in.7.2 in.105.1 in.
        		173 in.78.1 in.64.9 in.8.8 in.105.6 in.
        2018 BMW X2

        Ranked #5

        		172.2 in.71.8 in.60.1 in.7.2 in.105.1 in.

        2018 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.
          		17.7 cu.ft.-53 cu.ft.
          2018 BMW X2

          Ranked #3

          		21.6 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.
          2018 BMW X1

          Ranked #3

          		27.1 cu.ft.101.2 cu.ft.58.7 cu.ft.
          		24.2 cu.ft.-52.7 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi SQ5

          Ranked #5

          		26.8 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.

          2018 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.-
            		5.4 cu.ft.24.2 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.-
            2018 BMW X2

            Ranked #3

            		13.3 cu.ft.21.6 cu.ft.50.1 cu.ft.-
            		63.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.53 cu.ft.-
            2018 Audi SQ5

            Ranked #5

            		-26.8 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            2018 BMW X1

            Ranked #6

            		13.3 cu.ft.27.1 cu.ft.58.7 cu.ft.-

            2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 45 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		1000 lbs.-3457 lbs.
              2018 BMW X2

              Ranked #1

              		5290 lbs.899 lbs.3499 lbs.
              2018 BMW X1

              Ranked #2

              		4500 lbs.899 lbs.3543 lbs.
              		4409 lbs.1488 lbs.3902 lbs.
              2018 Audi SQ5

              Ranked #4

              		4400 lbs.1334 lbs.4321 lbs.
              		3968 lbs.1255 lbs.4035 lbs.

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