The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a five-door, front engine, front-drive subcompact luxury vehicle, and can also be referred to as a crossover SUV. In India, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift was launched in July 2017, and comes with a host of exceptional features.
Some of the key highlights of the Mercedes 2017 GLA have been mentioned below:
Sporty ride: The 2017 Mercedes Benz GLA Class rides like a sporty sedan, on its base trim as well. This vehicle can handle city driving quite well with the help of its 36-foot turn circle and a host of cutting edge security features that aid in easily navigating through dense traffic as well. The GLA250 4Matic especially has a host of sporty features, that includes helpful hill descent control and an off-road status monitor for the 7-inch screen. It additionally gets from 0 to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds, which is quite impressive for a crossover.
Powerful engines in both versions: The GLA50 has a distinct turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that provides 258 lb-ft and 298 hp of torque. This additionally is paired with a high-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission which has certain steering wheel-mounted shift paddles. The GLA 45 features the same engine and has an impressive 350 lb-ft and 375 hp of torque. It even has a three-mode stability control system that has an available launch control and enables the driver to specify the level of intervention.
Good fuel economy: All of the trims of 2017 Mercedes Benz GLA Class have a commendable fuel economy. The AMG GLA 5 gets 25 combined mpg (22 city/28 highway), the GLA250 gets 27 mpg combined (24 city/33 highway), while the GLA 4Matic has 26 mpg combined (23 city/31 highway). All of these models have been designed to out-perform other crossover vehicles.
Many standard safety features: The 2017 Mercedes Benz GLA Class has a plethora of impressive safety features that come standard on each trim. All of the three trims are equipped with a pre-collision safety system, emergency brake assist, turn signal mirrors and a remote anti-theft alarm system. The AMG GLA 45 even has rear integrated headrests, xenon high intensity discharge headlamp and front and rear ventilated disc brakes.
An elevated driving position: The seat of the driver in 2017 Mercedes Benz GLA Class can be elevated sufficiently in order to improve visibility out of the front window. The seat of the driver in this vehicle can be additionally adjusted in ten ways and its height is adjustable as well, providing shorter drivers the extra elevation to orderly view front of the vehicle.
Good Acceleration: As per a claim made by the company, the 2017 Mercedes Benz GLA Class can get from 0 to 60 mph in about 7.2 seconds. However, they can even perform better than that. The AMG GLA 45 takes 4.3 seconds to get from 0 to 60, while the 4Matic gets from 0 to 60 in 6.8 seconds. Many compact cars even struggle to have this kind of acceleration.
To purchase the 2017 Mercedes GLA india, interested buyers can contact any of their authorized dealers operating in the country.
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