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GLA-Class Hatchback

Mercedes GLA GLA 220d 4Matic AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto Review

Category: Family SUV

Section: Version review

Fuel type:
diesel
Gearbox:
semi-auto
Doors:
5 doors
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Review

The model

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Classy, comfortable and well equipped, the Mercedes GLA is one of the better prestige family SUVs, but some rivals are cheaper and more practical.

The trim

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AMG Line trim mostly focuses on making the GLA look sportier, bringing 19in AMG-branded alloy wheels, a bodykit, darkened privacy glass, sports seats, metal pedals and a three-spoke sports steering wheel. Unless you really love what it does to the car’s appearance, though, we wouldn’t bother.

The engine

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The 220d pulls strongly throughout its rev range and generally feels in tune with its standard eight-speed automatic gearbox. It sends some vibrations through the brake pedal when you’re slowing to a halt, but is still pretty refined for a four-cylinder diesel.

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Key information

Doors5
Seats5
0-62 MPH7.3 seconds
Fuel TypeDiesel
GearboxSEMI-AUTO
MPGOfficial overall fuel economy figure

49.6

Boot CapacityHow much space is there?

485

litres

EmissionsOfficial emissions rating

148

g/km

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