2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

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Rating7.9

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Subcompact SUV
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$31,300 - $33,300
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Fine-crafted cabin with premium materials

Stiff ride for daily errands

All-new model for 2015

Ample set of standard tech and safety features

Lethargic automatic transmission

Sport ride dynamics

Cabin isn't well insulated

Capable and potent 4-cylinder engine

Specs & Features

$31,300

price

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 7AM

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class SUV is a proud member of the subcompact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Audi Q3, the BMW X1 xDrive28i, and the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque which has the highest price tag here. With standalone trim, the GLA-Class carries a base price of MSRP of $31,300. Its 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission give the SUV 208 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 7.1 seconds and boasts a maximum towing capacity of 3,968 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the GLA-Class manages to get a combined EPA rating of 29 MPG, a number that is great for the class and highly improves the GLA-Class's practicality. It also has a ground clearance of 8.0 inches.

Buying Advice

There is only one well-equipped trim level available for the GLA250. Among the many optional packages, we recommend the Premium Package, which includes features such as auto-dimming mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, a compass, and heated seats.

Trims

    GLA 250
    $31,300 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Fog/Driving lights
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Mb-Tex leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Remote keyless entry

Compare to similar cars

Price

$31,300- $33,300

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.93

Horsepower

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

Capacity

5

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$32,500- $38,500

Gasoline

7.86

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

207 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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$31,200- $39,100

Gasoline

7.84

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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$41,100- $60,000

Gasoline

7.56

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$33,100- $48,525

Gasoline

7.77

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.5 sec13.9 sec135 mph
    2015 BMW X1

    Ranked #1

    6.2 sec14.3 sec127 mph
    7.2 sec15.1 sec135 mph
    7.2 sec15.4 sec-
    2015 Audi Q3

    Ranked #4

    7.8 sec15.9 sec130 mph

    2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.370/518 mi.
      2015 BMW X1

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg16.6 gal.381.8/564.4 mi.
      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/555 mi.
      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg15.5 gal.310/449.5 mi.
      2015 Audi Q3

      Ranked #4

      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg16.9 gal.338/490.1 mi.

      2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        173.9 in.71 in.60 in.8 in.106.3 in.
        179.2 in.73.4 in.65.2 in.9 in.105.9 in.
        2015 BMW X1

        Ranked #2

        176.5 in.70.8 in.60.8 in.7 in.108.7 in.
        2015 Audi Q3

        Ranked #4

        172.6 in.72.1 in.62.6 in.6.7 in.102.5 in.
        171.5 in.74.8 in.64.4 in.8.4 in.104.8 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          17.2 cu.ft.-43.6 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi Q3

          Ranked #1

          16.7 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.
          2015 BMW X1

          Ranked #3

          25 cu.ft.105.4 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          20.3 cu.ft.156.8 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.
          25.2 cu.ft.97.9 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.

          2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            36.5 cu.ft.17.2 cu.ft.43.6 cu.ft.
            12.2 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.
            2015 BMW X1

            Ranked #3

            13.3 cu.ft.25 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
            2015 Audi Q3

            Ranked #4

            64 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.
            5.2 cu.ft.25.2 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.

            2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3306 lbs.1400 lbs.3384 lbs.
              2015 Audi Q3

              Ranked #1

              4400 lbs.1874 lbs.3494 lbs.
              2015 BMW X1

              Ranked #2

              3968 lbs.904 lbs.3527 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1100 lbs.3680 lbs.
              3000 lbs.-3791 lbs.

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