Mercedes Reinvents Its Smallest SUV For The EV Era
Mercedes-Benz has completely redesigned the GLA crossover for 2028, offering it in hybrid and battery-electric versions.
Key Takeaways
- Mercedes-Benz has completely redesigned the GLA crossover for the 2028 model year.
- The 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA will be offered in two versions: hybrid or battery-electric.
- The 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA will go on sale in the United States in the second half of 2027.
- The GLA Electric will feature a range of up to 657 kilometers (408 miles) with the European WLTP.
- The GLA 250+ electric produces 268 horsepower, while the GLA 350 4Matic Electric produces 349 hp.
What’s New with the 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA has been thoroughly updated, boasting a new design and radical changes inside and under the hood.
The GLA will be offered in two flavors, electric and hybrid, with two EV variants available.
The GLA Electric will feature a nickel-magnesium-cobalt battery with a usable 85.0 kilowatt-hours.
Performance and Powertrain
The GLA 250+ electric produces 268 horsepower, while the GLA 350 4Matic Electric produces 349 hp.
The hybrid will rely on a newly developed turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
Mercedes doesn’t reveal the hybrid’s horsepower and torque figures, but the automaker says it will be available in two outputs.
Design and Dimensions
The new 2028 GLA is larger than its predecessor, with a wheelbase that is 2.4 inches longer, increasing to 109.8 inches overall.
The crossover also sits 0.8 inches lower and has a 1.2-inch wider rear track.
The longer wheelbase translates into more legroom, with front-seat passengers getting an extra 0.3 inches and rear passengers getting 1.5 inches of additional legroom.
Availability and Pricing
Mercedes says the new GLA will begin arriving at dealers in the United States in the second half of 2027 as a 2028 model.
The automaker has not provided pricing information, but we expect that closer to the crossover’s on-sale date next year.
Specifications
| Specification | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Powertrain | Output |
| Mercedes GLA 250+ EV | 85.0 kWh Battery | 268 HP |
| Mercedes GLA 350 4Matic EV | 85.0 kWh Battery | 349 HP |
| Mercedes GLA (Gas) | Turbo 1.5L Four-Cylinder Turbo Hybrid | TBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q? What are the powertrain options for the 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA will be offered in two versions: hybrid or battery-electric, with two EV variants available.
Q? What is the range of the GLA Electric?
The GLA Electric will feature a range of up to 657 kilometers (408 miles) with the European WLTP.
Q? When will the 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA go on sale in the United States?
The 2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA will begin arriving at dealers in the United States in the second half of 2027.
