Mercedes GLA 2020

Mercedes Benz is set to launch the all new GLA-class in the compact luxury SUV segment. It is expected to hit the Indian market in June 2020. It will have petrol and diesel engines complying to BS6 norms. The prices are expected to start at 43 lakhs INR. The good news for the customers is that bookings are open and preorders can fetch a discount of 1 lakh INR.

There are minor changes in the overall design which doesn't much change the looks compared to it's predecessor. The wheelbase has been increased and the overhangs have been shortened to provide more interior space. It will be 30 mm wider. 104 mm has been added to it's height and 15 mm reduced in length. Despite the reduction in length, legroom won't be affected as the wheelbase has been increased.

Mercedes has added some new safety features:

• Sensors to detect pedestrians around the car to alert the driver.
• Exit warning system to keep the doors of the car locked unless the lane besides the vehicle is clear and no vehicles or cyclists are approaching the car.
• Active Break assist system to automatically apply brakes in the event of an impending collision.

When launched the GLA-class will give competition to the BMW X1, Volvo XC40 and Audi Q3.

Engine specs:

GLA 200 will come with a 1.3 liter turbocharged petrol engine capable of producing 161 hp and 250 Nm torque. It will be coupled with 7 speed dial cluth transmission.

GLA 35 4MATIC AMG will come with a 2 liter turbocharged petrol engine churning out a power of 302 hp and 400 NM torque. It will come with an AMG speedshift 8 speed dual clutch transmission.