When it comes to purchasing a new SUV, there are three main categories that smart drivers tend to focus on, The vehicle must be powerful enough to pull a trailer, it must be spacious and comfortable on the inside, and it must be affordable. If all of these requirements are met, you know you have found the perfect SUV. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA in Scottsdale AZ is all three of these things and more. It is a compact SUV that holds true to the Mercedes-Benz ambience and culture. It is a hard vehicle to resist because it is the most affordable SUVs made by Mercedes-Benz, yet it still maintains a high level of class and performance.
The 2016 GLA is a carryover model from 2015, but it most certainly a different car. It has a laundry list of standard and optional upgrades that make put last years model up on a dusty shelf. First, the GLA comes standard now with DISTRONIC PLUS driving modes. These allow the driver to customize the way the car accelerates, shifts, and handles. It is the latest in driving technology and can be found in more expensive vehicles such as the S-Class.
To stay true to the Mercedes-Benz name, the GLA has been revamped on the inside. Aside from DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes, it also now includes a standard 7-inch display screen, which is 1.2-inches larger than the outgoing model. A new 180 degree rear-view camera is also available for 2016 alongside Kryptonite Green Metallic exterior paint and two-toned beige and black leather interior.
Performance | Technology | Style |
GLA250 with 208 HP | DYNAMIC SELECT | New Kryptonite Green |
GLA45 AMG with 375 HP | KEYLESS START | New Two-Toned Leather |
7-Speed Transmission | KEYLESS GO | New Night Package |
4MATIC All-Wheel Drive | Dual-Zone Climate Control | New 7-Inch Display |
The GLA-Class is available in three total variants, spanned across two trims. The GLA250 is the base model, powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. This engine is affordable, but still powerful with 208 horsepower. The GLA250 can also upgraded with 4MATIC all-wheel drive. If you need more power, the GLA45 AMG can provide it. With a hand-crafted 2.0-liter turbo, the GLA now puts out a hefty 375 horsepower, which is 20 more than the 2015. Whether it be efficiency or power, the GLA has it all.
If you are interested in the GLA-Class, stop in at Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale or fill out the form on this page or contact us for more information.