Mercedes-Benz GLA Class car lease deals

Performance and features

Drivers can choose from two diesels and three petrol engines, with comfort off-road suspension available as standard across the range, except on the GLA 45. Adaptive dampers can be added to AMG Line and GLA 45 models to stiffen or soften the suspension to suit individual driving styles, with a choice of four-wheel or front-wheel drive depending on the engine choice and trim level. The diesel line-up opens with two 2.1-litre engines, with the 200d offering 134hp and the 220d utilising four-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox as standard.

Petrol options include a 1.6-litre or 2.0-litre engine badged GLA 200 and GLA 250, with the 200 unit getting a six-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive as standard. It can be combined with the automatic gearbox for models except the four-wheel drive variant. The GLA 45 AMG offers a significant step up from any other engine, with a 0-62mph speed of just 4 seconds. Dropping the GLA’s 60/40 split-folding rear seats offers an extended boot space with a ski hatch, with an electrically powered boot lid a standard feature across the range. The GLA is available in AMG, SE, Sport and Urban trim levels.

Interior technology

The GLA has a similar interior to the A-Class, boasting the eye-catching dashboard drivers have come to expect from Mercedes, with slick rotary-style vents and gloss and metal finishes. Opting for the SE trim offers a 7.0-inch infotainment system conveniently placed high up on the dashboard, navigated via an intuitive rotary dial positioned between the front seats, as well as 17-inch alloy wheels, Artico leather seats and a powered tailgate. Sport and AMG Line trims benefit from a larger 8.0-inch screen and dual-zone climate control, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring standard across the range.