Features of The Upcoming Second-Generation Mercedes GLA

Posted by T and T Motors on February 13th, 2020

The second generation of the Mercedes Benz GLA SUV debuted in the global market in December of 2019. This SUV is expected to come to India by the third quarter of 2020. Details about the specifications, as well as the Mercedes GLA price in India, can be found out through any of the authorised dealers of this brand operating in the country.

The brand-new Mercedes 2020 GLA is expected to be a huge departure from its current model in almost every aspect, including its features, interiors, and design. This SUV is also expected to feature electrified power-train options in the future.

Here is more on the features and specifications of the upcoming second-generation Mercedes GLA:

  • The 2020 Mercedes GLA is largely based on the A-Class SUV much like its predecessor. Internationally, this SUV is available in two distinct variants, which are the four-wheel-drive Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 and the entry-level, front-wheel-drive GLA 200. While the GLA 35 is powered by a 2.0L, turbocharged unit with a 306 bhp, the GLA 200 is powered by a 1.3L, turbocharged petrol engine that can produce 163 bhp of power. The powertrains that are expected to come to India are the 2.0L, four-cylinder BS6 petrol, as well as diesel engines among others.
  • When it comes to its aesthetics, the brand-new GLA model can be considered to be an evolution of its previous design. The ground clearance of this SUV has been raised by 9 mm, and hence, it is now 143 mm. This GLA also boasts of featuring a smoother surfacing than its outgoing variant, along with distinct rugged elements. It has plastic cladding around the bumpers and wheel arches. The wheel arches of this SUV have also become larger and now have the capacity to house up to 20-inch wheels. The AMG model of the upcoming GLA features distinct AMG bumpers along with the Panamericana grille, as well as a new roof spoiler and different tailpipes. The new GLA is a 1611 mm high, 4410 mm long, and 2020 mm wide vehicle.
  • The cabin of the new Mercedes GLA has been revamped completely, and it is more in line with newer Mercedes models. The dashboard of this SUV is adorned with a free-standing digital display panel. This panel additionally comprises of two 7-inch screens for the instrument console, along with an advanced infotainment screen. There is an optional widescreen version with two 10.3-inch screens found in this SUV as well. The 2020 GLA SUV is also expected to feature a number of advanced safety and assistance features, along with sensors that can detect pedestrian crossing and caution the drivers. This vehicle also gets 64 ambient lightings, which has become a standard in many of the Mercedes range.

Mercedes Benz is expected to launch the EQ brand in India sometime later this year. The upcoming EQ branded GLA 250e to be launched later in India is additionally expected to be powered by a 1.3-litre petrol-electric plug-in hybrid with 218 bhp. To know more about the upcoming Mercedes vehicles in India, people can easily explore the web.

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