![]() with specified premium fuel.įor the safety minded, an auto braking system that detects pedestrians can be ordered for $2,800. (SUPER) Observed average fuel economy is 24 m.p.g. On average that’s about 4 mpgs better than the outgoing GLK. Running with all-wheel drive GLC300 is EPA rated 21 city, 28 highway, about the same as the rear-drive version. Remember, it rides higher than a sedan, sort of like playing basketball in platform heels. (ON CAMERA) GLC handles pretty well… for a crossover. It is hushed at speed, the ride quality is smooth and comfortable. (ON CAMERA) Right off the bat you’ll notice there’s a real polish to this car. Wait for the AMG performance version if you feel the need to light the tires up on the way to the mall. (ON CAMERA) When you put your seatbelt on, you get a nice little hug.Īcceleration (SOUND UP) is solid with little lag. Tailor the driving dynamics to your liking down to suspension stiffness. (SOUND UP) The usual (if not totally likeable) Mercedes controller runs a silky smooth nine-speed automatic. (SUPER) all-wheel drive model tested retails for $xx,xxxĪ 2-liter turbo 4-cylinder with 241 horsepower (SOUND UP) and 273 lb-ft of torque provides power. A rear drive model starts at nearly 40 grand it’s easy to quickly option this car up past 55 thousand bucks. Lighter too, by around 175 pounds, due in part to more aluminum body panels. It’s over 4 inches longer than GLK, and two inches wider. I’ll cut to the chase, ‘great’ could be used to describe this GLC. (ON CAMERA) The GLC moniker was once used by Mazda and it literally stood for Great Little Car. Now, the K is gone, C? Its replacement, the GLC300 shaves the sharp edges off the design for a closer resemblance to the long-nosed C-Class sedan. Mercedes-Benz is not new to the mid-sized crossover market. Its interior is the best in its segment, there’s a real polish to the driving dynamics and the ride quality is smooth and comfortable. The front seats feature plentiful adjustment options and can be further upgraded to provide heated and ventilated functions.Transcript Driven | 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 This midsize luxury crossover is nearly letter perfect. Comfort is a huge step up from the previous generation, as the 2022 GLA provides ample room for both rows of seats. As a luxury-oriented small SUV, the GLA features premium materials where it matters the most and hard plastics in areas that mostly go unnoticed in order to keep the overall price down. ![]() To maximize the GLA’s interior, we would recommend opting for the Premium package, which includes a dual-screen setup featuring a 10.3-inch digital driver’s display alongside an identical infotainment screen, equipped with one of the best in-cabin systems in the industry. The overall shape of the 2022 GLA is mostly sporty in typical Mercedes fashion, complemented by fake intakes and vents that make it seem more aggressive - though we’d prefer if they actually worked. Outside, it features a smart design characterized by tasteful body lines on the hood as well as down the side, and utility cues such as plastic-clad fenders and side skirts. The 2022 GLA captures the true essence of crossover appeal by presenting a comfortable and practical body that also ticks plenty of aesthetic boxes. ![]() All this seems like a bargain for just an extra $2000 over the regular GLA 250, making the 4Matic a must-buy for those that want to get the most out of their GLA. Its improved suspension does a better job absorbing imperfections especially on unpaved terrains, and precise steering along with an overall lightweight body makes for a relatively poised cornering experience.įurthermore, the 4Matic GLA 250 also comes standard with the desirable Off-Road Engineering package, which includes an off-road driving mode that steadies the vehicle’s throttle response and power delivery to help tackle tougher terrains. The 2022 GLA 250 4Matic can run from 0-60 mph in around 6.3 seconds, making it 6/10ths of a second slower than its predecessor, yet that’s pretty much its only downgrade. The regular GLA 250 comes standard with front-wheel drive, but you can upgrade to the 250 4Matic for Mercedes’ top-notch AWD system. It comes in the form of a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes 221 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, paired with a snappy eight-speed automatic transmission. As far as regular trims of the GLA go - leaving the AMG version aside, there’s only one available engine option for the 2022 model, namely the GLA 250.
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