Before purchasing a vehicle, many drivers want to know everything there is to know about it. This ranges from fuel economy to safety features and beyond. For some drivers “everything” also means a vehicle’s measurements like ground clearance. For those curious drivers we’ve discovered the ground clearance for a few Mercedes-Benz vehicles including the GLA.
Is it important to know a vehicle’s ground clearance?
Ground clearance is the minimum distance between the lower end of a vehicle’s body and the road. In simpler terms, it refers to the height of the lowermost part of the vehicle in respect to the ground. It can be beneficial to have a lower ground clearance because handling will be better due to a lower height of the vehicle. A higher ground clearance means the centre of gravity of a vehicle is in a high position, which means it could be more prone to rolling over. It is generally better to have a lower clearance if your vehicle is lighter in weight, because you will have better traction and therefore better control.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has a ground clearance of 8.0 inches. This means that the lower end of the vehicle’s body sits 8 inches above the ground. This is pretty average for this type of vehicle. One time when you will want more ground clearance is if you plan on off-roading with your vehicle. In that situation, more ground clearance is better.
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If you are interested in learning more about the 2017 GLA 250 or the rest of the Mercedes-Benz lineup, call or visit us here at Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale. We will be able to answer any further questions you might have. We can even help you learn more about keeping your vehicle running at its best with routine maintenance.
