Mercedes-Benz is taking direct goal at Volkswagen Golf and ID 3 with its new third-generation GLA crossover.
The smallest member of the model’s MMA-based compact automotive household will probably be offered in each electrical and hybrid kinds, changing the first-generation EQA EV within the second half of 2026 and the second-generation ICE GLA in early 2027.
Footage of the brand new GLA testing reveal that it’s going to have a sportier, extra coupé-like silhouette than at the moment’s mannequin, with a particular entrance finish that includes Mercedes’ new ‘Iconic Grille’.
Autocar understands the automotive is predicted to develop in measurement to only over 4500mm in size, permitting for a extra spacious inside. For comparability, the present GLA is 4410mm and EQA is 4463mm.
Though photos have but to be taken of the brand new GLA’s cabin, i’is predicted to reflect the designs of the just lately revealed CLA saloon and incoming GLB crossover.
They function a free-standing full width show, AI-supported infotainment capabilities and extra upmarket supplies than at the moment’s mannequin – all of which goals to outclass rivals within the phase.
The electrical model may even obtain a frunk, one thing not current on at the moment’s EQA.
Beneath, the electrical GLA will use the identical 800V electrical structure as the brand new CLA.
That automotive is obtainable with both a 58.5kWh LFP or 85kWh NMC battery and a top-end vary of 484 miles.
Drive comes from both a single-motor or dual-motor powertrain, which ship 268bhp and 349bhp respectively.
As with its MMA siblings, the GLA is deliberate to obtain no less than two AMG efficiency fashions that includes axial flux motors from British agency Yasa in 2027.
