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2024 • AUTOMATIC • DIESEL
Lifecycle Highlights
Dimensions & Practical
Performance & Tech
Ride & Handling
Deep Dive Intelligence
1. Variant Intelligence
All Variants (3)
Variant Ladder
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| Feature | 200 ₹51.8L | 220d 4MATIC ₹53.0L |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Base | Mid |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Transmission | MANUAL | MANUAL |
| Power | 160.92bhp | 187.74bhp@3800rpm |
| Torque | 270Nm | 400Nm@1600-2600rpm |
| Mileage | 17.4 km/l | 18.9 km/l |
| VFM Score | - | - |
| Resale Adj. | 0% | 0% |
| Safety Features (22) | ||
| Front Suspension | ||
| Rear Suspension | ||
| Steering Type | ||
| Boot Space Rear Seat Folding | ||
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | ||
| Brake Assist | ||
| Central Locking | ||
| Child Safety Locks | ||
| No. of Airbags | ||
| Driver Airbag | ||
| Passenger Airbag | ||
| Side Airbag | ||
| Day & Night Rear View Mirror | ||
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | ||
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | ||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | ||
| Rear Camera | ||
| Hill Assist | ||
| 360 View Camera | ||
| Front Brake Type | ||
| Rear Brake Type | ||
| Comfort Features (18) | ||
| Power Steering | ||
| Air Conditioner | ||
| Heater | ||
| Adjustable Steering | ||
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat | ||
| Accessory Power Outlet | ||
| Rear Seat Headrest | ||
| Adjustable Headrest | ||
| Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest | ||
| Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts | ||
| Cruise Control | ||
| Parking Sensors | ||
| KeyLess Entry | ||
| Engine Start/Stop Button | ||
| Paddle Shifters | ||
| USB Charger | ||
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Tech Features (7) | ||
| Radio | ||
| Bluetooth Connectivity | ||
| Touchscreen | ||
| Android Auto | ||
| Apple CarPlay | ||
| Usb Ports | ||
| Speakers | ||
| Convenience Features (0) | ||
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Variant Resale Impact
2. Reliability & Risks
Known Failure Points
3. Resale & Depreciation
Depreciation Curve with Confidence Bands
What Affects This Car's Resale Value
Unusual colors reduce value
This fuel type is in demand
Each owner after the first reduces value
Complete service records boost value
BS4 faces increasing restrictions
What's My Car Worth?
4. Ownership Timeline
5. Ownership Costs
Year-by-Year Ownership Costs
| Year | Service | Insurance | Fuel/10k km | Tires | Consumables | Repair Risk | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ₹15,000 | ₹123,284 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 3% | ₹193,490 |
| Year 2 | ₹25,000 | ₹83,543 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 5% | ₹163,749 |
| Year 3 | ₹20,000 | ₹69,039 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 8% | ₹144,245 |
| Year 4 | ₹35,000 | ₹55,695 | ₹49,206 | ₹45,000 | ₹6,000 | 13% | ₹190,901 |
| Year 5 | ₹25,000 | ₹43,512 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 18% | ₹123,718 |
| Year 6 | ₹28,000 | ₹36,550 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 22% | ₹119,756 |
| Year 7 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,489 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 28% | ₹117,695 |
| Year 8 | ₹40,000 | ₹28,428 | ₹49,206 | ₹45,000 | ₹6,000 | 33% ⚠ | ₹168,634 |
| Year 9 | ₹28,000 | ₹24,367 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 38% ⚠ | ₹107,573 |
| Year 10 | ₹32,000 | ₹20,306 | ₹49,206 | ₹0 | ₹6,000 | 42% ⚠ | ₹107,512 |
| Total | ₹1,437,273 | ||||||
6. Driving & Comfort
Driving & Comfort Assessment
City Driving
The automatic transmission makes stop-and-go traffic easy to manage. Excellent ground clearance handles speed breakers and potholes with ease.
Highway Performance
With 188 bhp and 400 Nm, overtaking at highway speeds is effortless. Strong diesel torque of 400 Nm makes highway driving relaxed, especially in higher gears.
Ride & Comfort
Independent rear suspension provides a plush ride, absorbing bumps well. High ground clearance gives confidence over rough patches and unpaved roads. Premium cabin insulation keeps NVH levels low for a refined experience. 427L boot space is adequate for weekend trips.
7. Community Sentiment
Community verdict for Mercedes-Benz GLA: Sentiment is overwhelmingly positive. Owners frequently praise value for money.
Recent Owner Reviews
20 reviews"Mercedes GLA Is Powerful, Compact And Stylish: The Mercedes GLA is an impressive car. The Mercedes grill and stylish lines make it look sporty and luxurious. It has decent fuel efficiency, but not mind-blowing. I get around 12-14 kilometers per liter in the city and 16-18 kilometers per liter on the highway. The cabin feels spacious for a compact SUV. The seats are comfortable, soft. It is a joy to drive in the city. Being a Mercedes, it comes with a premium price tag."
"Was unsure at first but now a great choice: This was my entry into the luxury segment. I owned a Jeep Compass for 4 years, and it gave up on me mechanically, so I was looking for my next car and stumbled upon the GLA. My budget was 50-60 lakhs, and GLA fit in. The 2L diesel is phenomenal, and the car returns great efficiency with performance. The space is similar to my compass, but it's great for the city. It's tech-laden with the latest MBUX, also."
"The Amazing Ride Comfort: I bought this car and its about 2 years now and i just really love this car. Mercedes is knows for its comfort and aggression. The GLA is just way too good if we talk about the comfort or the ride quality. This car has just a very powerful engine which i feel as i don't have to think while overtaking other cars or touching high speeds. Even if u drive at 160-180 you won't feel that you are driving at such high speed because of its comfort. In city it provides a decent mileage but on highways , it just way too good. Service cost is not that much as u only have to pay a nominal amount considering you own a mercedes. The re-sale value of the car is also preety good as."
"GLA: Fuel economy is poor across the range. City driving returns single-digit figures on most petrol models."
"GLA: The MBUX system, while feature-rich, has bugs and crashes. The voice assistant misunderstands commands frequently."
"Im Happy With This Car: I?m Happy with this Car. Overall Maintenance, Mailage, Safety, Looks, Comfort, Technology , Road grip and Budget Friendly. I have recommended to my friend also. I?m Recommend all my car Lovers Its Main advantage is Brand. Brand Value is Most important to Indians mindset also. My friend want buy this car in two months."
"Solid Performer But High Price: This elegant five-seater SUV has a great style and solid performance, making it enjoyable to drive. The exterior and interior are both quite luxurious but the rear seat is not as comfortable as the front and the price is costly. The features are excellent, the engine is well refined, and the steering is lovely also the Mercedes-Benz Gla diesel engine is incredibly reliable and efficient, and it offers an absolutely smooth and absorbing ride."
"GLA: Running costs are extremely high. Insurance alone costs ₹1-2 lakhs annually. Service bills routinely cross ₹30,000."
"A Factory Commute Car: So after Being using the GLA As my daily ride back home To the factory and back And honestly, it has been smooth every time I step in feels luxury, but the mileage is decent! After all that Settle Merc style Always turns heads, after all, its a perfect compact car for the city never tried long stretches until now!"
"Mercedes GLA Is A Classy Compact SUV: I have been driving the Mercedes-Benz GLA for some time now. The car looks stylish on the outside and feels luxurious inside. It is one of the most affordable options in its category, offering great value for money. The GLA provides a smooth and comfortable driving experience, making long trips enjoyable. However, I have noticed its fuel efficiency could improve, and the cargo space feels limited compared to some rival models. Overall, the GLA delivers a classy and pleasant driving experience."
"Very Nice!: Very nice car Mercedes Benz GLA Mercedes cars was tha world bests cars In the world I very appreciate"
"GLA Is The Best Compact SUV Available In The Market: Mercedes-Benz Gla is best in compact SUV. It is little bit expensive comparing the other SUV?s in market. I am using Mercedes-Benz Gla which delivers the best performance in class also is very comfortable for long routes, it doesn?t make you tired. It shares great pickup and has driving for off roads which makes it smoother to ride."
"Comfort Of Car Is Topnotch Really Iam Impressed: This car is outstanding performance 👌 Second thing comfort topnotch. In budget My expectations is coming true after test drive It one of the finest mechanism I drive really Amazing 🤩"
"The Style , Look ,: The style , look , features and performance of this car/brand is really awful, this name of this brand is itself enough ,it gives a good feel and vibe ,on my opinion it's really good brand and iam really satisfied ."
"Performance: The overall the Mercedes -benz Gla is good looking and good performance and comfortable for family. its give for long time drive. look wise the best design and mileage is average to compare the other car ..... And price wise it's best to buy the car .. overall the Mercedes -benz Gla is excellent car I ever I see"
"Flawless Driving Experience Of GLA: The Mercedes-Benz GLA I purchased from the Chennai showroom has been a fantastic addition to my life. The GLA has really appealing sleek and fashionable design. Every drive is fun because to the opulent and comfy inside with premium materials. Impressive are the advanced characteristics including panoramic sunroof, adaptive cruise control, and big touchscreen infotainment system. Great driving experience is offered by the car's strong engine and flawless handling. One disadvantage is the little back legroom. Still, the GLA has made my weekly trips and weekend drives quite opulent."
"Amazing Car: This car is truly wonderful considering its price, with excellent safety features, stylish design, advanced features, luxurious interior, and appealing looks."
"Gla Is The Best Car: Very good, its so marvelous. I am impressed of it mileage, safety performance. Stability is so good I like the car very much It's very comfortable suspension is so amazing. It's comfortable to ride, i like the engine performance and the interior dashboard. The steering wheel is so good and audio system is fabulous."
"Mercedes-Benz GLA Never Fails To Impress: The Mercedes-Benz GLA is a compact yet powerful SUV. The GLA is my ride or die. Imagine cruising through the streets of Bangalore, feeling like a total boss. The GLA has sleek design and plush interior make every drive feel like a VIP experience. And let me tell you, it is not just all about looks, this baby packs some serious punch, the 2.0 litre engine generates 400 Nm of torque . Whether I am hitting up the coolest spots in town or escaping to the hills for a weekend getaway, the GLA never fails to impress."
"BMW X1 Engine Offers Everything You Expect: It provides premium features and the interior quality of GLA is absolutely amazing with the sporty look, it is better than BMW X1 but the exterior look is not like a luxury car. The diesel engine that i have offers everything that we expect from a strong turbo diesel engine and i love the performance of the engine with very effortless to drive but the second row is not good."
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