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- 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift: Full Australian details
- Updated small SUV receives mild design revisions, more tech
- Price rises of up to $5700; AMG GLA 35 down $900
The facelifted 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA small SUV is now available to order in Australia.
Mirroring the updated A-Class launched in mid-2023, design changes include redesigned headlight internals, modified tail-lights, and new alloy wheel designs.
Inside, it features an AMG twin-spoke steering wheel, a simplified centre console with the touchpad removed and repositioned controls, along with an additional USB-C port.
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While the current 10.25-inch MBUX infotainment system remains, it has been revised with new features, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a higher-resolution 360-degree camera.
There are also newly designed display styles, machine learning, and the ability to speak to the voice assistant without saying 'Hey, Mercedes' first in some instances.
A fingerprint sensor on the centre console to identify and authenticate the driver is not available in Australia.
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The GLA 35 receives the round AMG emblem to replace the Mercedes star with a laurel wreath that remains fixed to the bonnet on non-AMG variants.
Under the bonnet, all petrol engines – including the AMG 35 – are fitted with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system for the belt-driven starter generator.
This system brings an additional 10kW with faster acceleration, added refinement with low-noise engine starting and reduced vibration, and regenerative braking.
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While the GLA 35 has unchanged outputs at 225kW and 400Nm, it has a new eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, replacing the current seven-speed unit.
The updated AMG GLA 45 S revealed in Europe last month will not feature in the current line-up. Mercedes-Benz Australia has not confirmed if it will return to our market at a later date.
Pricing for the GLA 200 has increased by $5700, while the GLA 250 AWD is up $1600. The AMG GLA 35 has decreased by $900 compared to the pre-facelift version.
JUMP AHEAD
- 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA pricing
- 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA features
- Options
- Colours
- Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
- Safety
- Dimensions
- Warranty and servicing
- Availability
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA pricing
| Model | Pricing | Change |
|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | $68,900 | up $5700 |
| GLA 250 AWD | $78,900 | up $1600 |
| AMG GLA 35 | $96,900 | down $900 |
| Prices exclude on-road costs. |
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA features
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 features | |
|---|---|
| 18-inch alloy wheels | Power-adjustable passenger seat (new) |
| 10.25-inch MBUX infotainment system | Dual-zone climate control (new) |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (new) | Wireless phone charger |
| Built-in satellite navigation | Black leather-accented/suede upholstery |
| Mercedes Me connected-car service | Paddle shifters |
| DAB+ digital radio | 64-colour interior ambient lighting |
| Single-zone climate control | Rain-sensing wipers |
| Reflector-type LED headlights | Keyless entry and push-button start |
| Heated front seats (new) | Automatic parking |
| Panoramic sunroof (new) | 360-degree camera (new) |
| AMG Line body kit (new) | Auto-dimming rear-view mirror |
| Nappa leather-wrapped steering wheel | Tyre pressure loss warning |
| Power-adjustable driver’s seat with three-position memory and four-way lumbar support (new) | |
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 features
| In addition to GLA 200 | |
|---|---|
| All-wheel drive | Multi-link independent rear suspension |
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 features
| In addition to GLA 250 | |
|---|---|
| 20-inch AMG alloy wheels | Traffic jam assist |
| Black leather upholstery | Traffic sign recognition |
| AMG-specific front grille | Intelligent speed limit assist |
| 12-speaker, 590-watt Burmester surround-sound audio system (new) | AMG illuminated front door sills |
| Adaptive projector-type LED headlights | Adaptive dampers |
| Head-up display (new) | Rear privacy glass |
| Active lane change assist | Black-painted side mirrors |
| Front cross-traffic alert | Tyre pressure monitoring |
| Augmented reality satellite navigation | Tyre inflation kit |
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2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA
Options
| Plus package (GLA 200, GLA 250) – $3770 | |
|---|---|
| 12-speaker, 590-watt Burmester surround-sound audio system | Augmented reality satellite navigation |
| Adaptive projector-type LED headlights | Traffic jam assist |
| Head-up display | Gesture control |
| Dual-zone climate control | Traffic sign recognition |
| Front cross-traffic alert | Route-based speed adaptation |
| Active lane-change assist | AMG illuminated front door sills |
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2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA interior
| Aerodynamics package (AMG GLA 35) – $3500 | |
|---|---|
| Larger front splitter | High-gloss black rear diffuser blade |
| High-gloss black rear spoiler | |
| Optional wheels | |
|---|---|
| 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels (GLA 200, GLA 250 AWD) | $1154 |
| Colours | |
|---|---|
| Digital white | Cosmos black |
| High-tech silver | Mountain grey |
| Spectral blue | Patagonia red* |
| *Premium paint, $691.90 | |
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2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA
Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
The GLA 200 features a 1.3-litre turbocharged mild-hybrid four-cylinder petrol engine producing 120kW and 270Nm. It is matched to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, sending power to the front wheels.
Mercedes-Benz claims an 8.9-second 0-100km/h sprint time.
The GLA 250 has a 2.0-litre mild-hybrid turbo-petrol four, with 165kW and 350Nm, all-wheel-drive, a 6.8-second 0-100km/h sprint time, and a new eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
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In the AMG GLA 35, the 2.0-litre turbo is uprated to 225kW and 400Nm, with a revised front radiator for improved cooling.
It has a 5.2-second 0-100km/h sprint time.
Front-wheel drive variants have a torsion-beam rear suspension and 43-litre fuel tank, while all-wheel drive models sport multi-link independent rear suspension and a larger 51-litre fuel tank.
GLA 200 and GLA 250 require premium unleaded (95 RON or higher), while AMG variants require 98RON.
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA fuel economy | ||
|---|---|---|
| GLA 200 | 6.2L/100km | 140/km |
| GLA 250 AWD | 7.7L/100km | 175g/km |
| AMG GLA 35 | 8.0L/100km | 179g/km |
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Safety
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is covered by a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on testing conducted in 2019.
It scored 96 per cent for adult occupant protection, 92 per cent for child occupant protection, 79 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 77 per cent for safety assistance.
Nine airbags (dual front, rear head, front and rear side, and front knee) are fitted as standard.
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA active safety features | |
|---|---|
| Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist) | Rear cross-traffic alert |
| Lane-keep assist | Side exit assist |
| Lane departure warning | Adaptive cruise control (new) |
| Blind-spot alert | Auto high beam. |
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Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz GLA measures 4410 millimetres long, 1834mm wide and 1611mm tall, with a 2729mm wheelbase.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA boot space
The Mercedes-Benz GLA has a 435-litre boot, extending to 1420L with the second-row folded.
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Warranty and servicing
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is covered by the brand's five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.
A complimentary roadside assistance program during the vehicle’s warranty period. The program can be extended for $149.60 per year.
Service pricing can be pre-purchased, consisting of three-, four- or five-year packages with 12-month/25,000km intervals.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA service plan pricing
| Model | Three-year | Four-year | Five-year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 200, GLA 250 | $3165 | $4100 | $5155 |
| AMG GLA 35 | $3500 | $4400 | $5885 |
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Availability
The updated 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA is on sale now.
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