2025 · SUV · Mercedes-Benz
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 220 2.0L Turbo 4 cyl Petrol FWD DCT
Brand-new · Export from Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai
Specifications
- Condition
- Brand new
- Availability
- Coming Soon
- Year
- 2025
- Body Type
- SUV
- Trim
- 220
- Steering Side
- LHD
- Seating Capacity
- 5
- Doors
- 5
- Spec Region
- Chinese
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Engine Size
- 2.0L Turbo
- Cylinders
- L4
- Gearbox
- DCT
- Horsepower
- 190 hp
- Torque
- 300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 50 L
- Single-zone automatic climate control
- Leather steering wheel
- Steering wheel adjustment (manual up/down and forward/backward)
- Multi-function steering wheel
- Steering wheel paddle shifters
- Power-adjustable front driver and passenger seats
- Driver seat adjustment (forward/backward, backrest, height, lumbar support, leg rest)
- Passenger seat adjustment (forward/backward, backrest, height, leg rest)
- Front seat heating (optional)
- Center armrest (first row)
- Center armrest (second row)
- Rear seat 60/40 split folding
- Colored instrument cluster display
- 10.25-inch full digital instrument cluster
- Bluetooth/hands-free calling
- Voice assistant (Hey Mercedes)
- Voice control (multimedia, navigation, phone, climate)
- CarPlay and CarLife smartphone integration
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display
- MBUX infotainment system
- 4G connectivity
- Over-the-air (OTA) vehicle software updates
- High-definition map navigation (Gaode)
- Road assistance call
- Type-C charging port
- 2 USB/Type-C ports in front row, 1 in rear row
- Segmented electric panoramic sunroof
- Aluminum alloy wheels
- Roof luggage rack
- Remote keyless entry and start
- Electric power tailgate with position memory
- Adaptive headlight system (height adjustment, automatic on/off, adaptive high/low beam, delayed shutoff)
- LED daytime running lights
- LED front fog lamps
- 64-color ambient cabin lighting
- LED headlights
- LED taillights
- Power windows (all rows with one-touch operation and anti-pinch function)
- Exterior mirror functions (electric adjustment, heating, electric folding, auto-down on reverse, auto-fold on lock)
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Rear wiper
- Front ventilated disc brakes
- Rear solid disc brakes
- Electronic parking brake
- 235/55 R18 tires (front and rear)
- No spare tire
- Leather steering wheel
- Manual steering wheel adjustment (up/down and forward/backward)
- Electronic shift-by-wire transmission selector
- Multi-function steering wheel
- Steering wheel paddle shifters
- Faux-leather seat material
- Sporty styling seats
- 2+3 seating layout
- Power driver seat adjustment
- Power passenger seat adjustment
- Driver seat adjustment options (forward/backward, backrest angle, height 4-way, lumbar support 4-way, leg rest)
- Passenger seat adjustment options (forward/backward, backrest angle, height 4-way, leg rest)
- Driver-side vanity mirror with illumination
- Passenger-side vanity mirror with illumination
- Manual rearview mirror anti-glare function
- Hands-free power windows (all rows, one-touch operation)
- Power window anti-pinch protection (all rows)
- ABS anti-lock braking system
- Brake force distribution (EBD/CBC)
- Brake assist (BA/EBA/BAS)
- Traction control (ASR/TCS/TRC)
- Electronic stability control (ESP/DSC/VSC)
- Seatbelt reminder (all rows)
- Tire pressure monitoring with pressure display
- Driver-side front airbag
- Passenger-side front airbag
- Front side-impact airbags (first row)
- Side curtain airbags
- Knee airbags (driver-side)
- Child safety seat anchors
- Lane departure warning (LDWS)
- Lane-keeping assist (LKAS)
- Forward collision warning
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Rear parking sensors
- Reverse camera (backup image)
- Full-speed adaptive cruise control
- Driving mode selection (Sport, Economy, Standard/Comfort)
- Passive fatigue reminder
- Automatic parking assist
- Hill-start assist
- Engine start-stop technology
- Automatic hold function
- L2 autonomous driving capability
- Front and rear ultrasonic parking sensors (6 front, 6 rear)
- Front-facing single camera (monocular)
- Single environmental awareness camera
Overview
The 2025 GLA 220 facelift balances premium refinement with urban practicality. Its 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder produces 190 hp and 300 Nm, paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission for responsive acceleration (0–100 km/h in 8.2 seconds) and a combined fuel consumption of 6.7 L/100km thanks to 48V mild-hybrid technology. Front-wheel drive keeps it nimble in tight city environments without sacrificing SUV-style seating height and visibility.
Inside, the 10.25-inch MBUX touchscreen with 4G connectivity and OTA updates anchors a cabin that feels distinctly premium for its segment. Nine airbags, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and L2 autonomous driving capability address safety-conscious buyers worldwide. The panoramic sunroof and expandable 435–1,420L trunk appeal to both family importers and fleet operators seeking balanced capability and cost-efficiency across diverse markets.
The 2025 GLA 220 facelift addresses a real tension in the compact luxury SUV segment: it prioritizes refined daily usability and urban manoeuvrability over raw performance thrills. The 2.0L turbo delivers adequate power for highway merging and moderate acceleration without demanding premium fuel or delivering fuel-economy penalties that price-sensitive re-exporters find problematic. The 8-speed DCT is tuned for smooth, predictable shifts—a consideration for fleet buyers managing vehicles across multiple climates and driving cultures.
Ownership experience hinges on practical features that travel well across markets. The MBUX system's OTA update capability means software can be refreshed post-import; the 50-liter fuel tank suits both tight-grid urban routing and longer highway legs. Power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support and automatic climate control reduce fatigue on longer shifts—particularly relevant for commercial drivers in Africa, CIS, and Asia-Pacific regions where vehicles often see mixed duty cycles.
Common trade-offs emerge here: the GLA prioritizes ride comfort and digital sophistication over sporty handling. Reviewers note that acceleration is competent rather than exhilarating, and all-wheel drive—a common competitor option—is unavailable on this FWD variant. For importers targeting value-conscious markets, the mild-hybrid efficiency and lower parts commonality with AWD variants can simplify inventory and service decisions. The 435-liter base trunk expands to 1,420 liters with rear seats folded, appealing to commercial operators and family buyers alike. Safety compliance includes nine airbags and autonomous emergency braking, covering regulatory expectations across most destination markets.