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2025 · SUV · Mercedes-Benz

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 1.3L Turbo 4 cyl Petrol FWD DCT

Brand-new · Export from Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai

1.3L TurboPetrol4 cylFWDLHDChinese Specs
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Specifications

Condition
Brand new
Availability
Coming Soon
Year
2025
Body Type
SUV
Trim
200
Steering Side
LHD
Seating Capacity
5
Doors
5
Spec Region
Chinese

Fuel Type
Petrol
Engine Size
1.3L Turbo
Cylinders
L4
Gearbox
DCT
Horsepower
163 hp
Torque
270 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel Tank Capacity
50L

  • Single-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
  • Electronic column shifter
  • Colorful onboard computer display
  • Full LCD instrument panel (10.25 inches)
  • MBUX infotainment system
  • Bluetooth and phone connectivity
  • Voice control for multimedia, navigation, telephone, and air conditioner
  • Gaode Map navigation
  • Type-C charging ports (2 front, 1 rear)
  • In-vehicle app market
  • 6-7 speaker audio system
  • Roadside assistance call

  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED headlights with height adjustment, automatic opening/closing, adaptive high/low beam, and delayed shutdown
  • LED front fog lights
  • Heated exterior rearview mirrors with electric adjustment
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Rear wiper
  • Aluminum alloy wheels (235/55 R18)
  • Roof rack
  • Electric tailgate with position memory
  • Segmented electric sunroof
  • MacPherson independent front suspension
  • Multi-link independent rear suspension

  • Genuine leather steering wheel with manual up/down and forward/backward adjustment
  • Multi-function steering wheel
  • Steering wheel paddle shifters
  • Faux leather seats with sporty design
  • 2+3 seating layout (5 seats total)
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat with front/back, backrest, height (4-way), and lumbar (4-way) adjustment
  • Passenger seat with front/back, backrest, height (4-way), and leg support adjustment
  • Central handrails (first and second row)
  • Rear seat folding (proportion reversed)
  • Rear cup holders (second row)
  • Driver and passenger vanity mirrors with headlights
  • Electric windows (first and second row) with one-touch operation and anti-pinch function for all windows
  • Manual anti-glare interior rearview mirror

  • Driver and passenger front airbags
  • First row side airbags
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Driver's knee airbag
  • Child seat interface
  • ABS anti-lock braking system
  • Brakeforce distribution (EBD/CBC)
  • Brake assist (BA/EBA/BAS)
  • Traction control (ASR/TCS/TRC)
  • Vehicle stability control (ESP/DSC/VSC)
  • Seatbelt reminder (full vehicle)
  • Tire pressure monitoring with display
  • Ventilated front disc brakes
  • Solid rear disc brakes
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Front and rear parking radars
  • Reversing camera
  • Lane departure warning system (LDWS)
  • Lane keeping assist (LKAS)
  • Forward collision warning
  • Active braking
  • Full-speed adaptive cruise control
  • Fatigue reminder (passive)
  • Automatic parking
  • Hill start assist
  • 6 ultrasonic sensors (front and rear)
  • Monocular forward sensing camera
  • L2 driver assistance level

Overview

The 2025 GLA 200 facelift pairs a 1.3L turbocharged four-cylinder (163 hp, 270 Nm) with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, delivering responsive efficiency across import markets from Africa to Asia-Pacific. The 4427 mm footprint balances practical SUV proportions with genuine city maneuverability—a key selling point for densely populated import destinations.

Interior highlights include a 10.25-inch MBUX touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife, single-zone climate control, and faux leather sport seats across the five-seat cabin. Safety is comprehensive: six airbags, ABS, stability control, lane departure/keeping assist, forward collision warning, and full-speed adaptive cruise with L2 autonomous capability. LED headlights, fog lights, heated mirrors, and a full camera/radar parking suite round out the spec.

Trade-off note: the 1.3 turbo prioritizes efficiency and global fuel availability over outright performance, making it ideal for re-exporters targeting cost-conscious markets where running costs matter more than acceleration.

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Frequently asked questions

The GLA 200 with FWD is designed primarily for paved roads and light off-road conditions such as gravel driveways or minor dirt tracks, not serious four-wheel-drive terrain. If you need genuine off-road capability or plan to traverse challenging unpaved surfaces regularly, a four-wheel-drive variant or a larger SUV platform would be more suitable. The FWD setup keeps weight and cost lower, benefiting fuel economy and urban maneuverability.

The GLA is sold globally across Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East, so parts and authorized service networks exist in most major markets. However, availability and pricing of genuine Mercedes components—and turbo-specific items—vary by region; countries with strong Mercedes presence typically have faster parts access and competitive labor rates. When importing from Dubai, confirm with your destination country's customs and emissions authority that the specific 2025 facelift model meets local compliance standards, as powertrain and emission controls are market-dependent.

The GLA is Mercedes' most affordable SUV, so you get the brand badge and design language but with simpler interior materials and fewer standard features than larger or higher-trim models. The 2025 facelift refresh updates infotainment and styling, but upholstery and cabin switchgear reflect the compact, cost-conscious segment. If luxury ambiance and premium tactile quality are priorities, stepping up to a higher-trim GLA or a larger GLC crossover will deliver more traditional Mercedes refinement.

Import requirements depend entirely on your destination country's emissions standards, safety regulations, and tariff codes—not on Dubai or Mercedes' home market. Common requirements include homologation certificates, emissions testing, safety inspections, and potential modifications to lighting or bumpers to meet local law. Before purchasing, contact your country's transport authority or a customs broker to confirm whether the 2025 GLA 200 specification meets your regulations and what paperwork or modifications are necessary.

As the smallest SUV in the Mercedes lineup, the GLA prioritizes style and maneuverability over spaciousness; cargo capacity is modest compared to larger SUVs, and rear legroom is tighter for taller passengers. The compact footprint makes it nimble in congested cities and easier to park, but if you regularly transport large items, multiple passengers on long journeys, or frequently reconfigure seating, you may find the interior constraints frustrating. The facelift updates may refine storage solutions, but fundamental dimensions remain subcompact.

Most Mercedes turbocharged engines in this segment are optimized for premium (91-95 RON) fuel to achieve rated power and efficiency, and using regular fuel risks knocking, reduced performance, and potential engine damage over time. Fuel specifications vary by market—Middle Eastern and European stations typically stock premium—but availability in some regions may be inconsistent. Check the fuel door or owner manual for your specific destination market's recommendation before assuming fuel grade compatibility.

The 2025 facelift updates styling, infotainment, and interior refreshes, but detailed mechanical changes to the 1.3L turbo engine, transmission, and chassis are not yet widely documented in community feedback. Mercedes typically iterates on efficiency and emissions control with each refresh, but without direct comparison data from owners or published technical specs, we cannot confirm specific powertrain upgrades. Once the model circulates in owner networks, forums will detail any performance or reliability differences versus the outgoing model.