How is 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?

[Baike]

It is subcompact SUV, the size is okay for me.

A few questions about 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class:

• Does it support both Apple Carplay and Android Auto? With cable connection or wireless? Does it charge any fee for the service?
• Is it reliable? Prefer less maintenance, hate spending too much time/money on it.
• How is parking assistance? I am not good at parallel parking in crowded cities.

Thanks.

[globetrekker96]

My family has the GLE, which recently went in for service. They gave us the GLA as a loaner so I think I can help you here.

The pick up is excellent and is really quick. Obviously MB takes time to make sure their engines are up to date. The horsepower is less than GLE. The GLA horsepower maxed out at 382. However, it is quicker than the GLE. This car is ideal for someone who commutes on the highway because it’s 0-60 ability.

I prefer the GLE in size because there is more leg room in the back.

I don’t know about your other questions, but parallel parking should not be an issue due to the size of this car.

[Deuce88]

Originally Posted by globetrekker96

My family has the GLE, which recently went in for service. They gave us the GLA as a loaner so I think I can help you here.

The pick up is excellent and is really quick. Obviously MB takes time to make sure their engines are up to date. The horsepower is less than GLE. The GLA horsepower maxed out at 382. However, it is quicker than the GLE. This car is ideal for someone who commutes on the highway because it’s 0-60 ability.

I prefer the GLE in size because there is more leg room in the back.

I don’t know about your other questions, but parallel parking should not be an issue due to the size of this car.

I think you meant 221 HP.

[PacoMartin]

Originally Posted by Deuce88

I think you meant 221 HP.

The AMG is 382 hp, for an extra $19K

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
MSRP: From $36,230
Horsepower: 221 hp
Engine 2.0 L 4-cylinder

2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4Matic
MSRP: From $55,000
Horsepower: 382-hp
ENGINE 2.0L/ turbocharged DOHC 16-valve I-4

[Deuce88]

Originally Posted by PacoMartin

The AMG is 382 hp, for an extra $19K

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
MSRP: From $36,230
Horsepower: 221 hp
Engine 2.0 L 4-cylinder

2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4Matic
MSRP: From $55,000
Horsepower: 382-hp
ENGINE 2.0L/ turbocharged DOHC 16-valve I-4

I know but I would have specified if it was an AMG.

[PacoMartin]

Originally Posted by Deuce88

I know but I would have specified if it was an AMG.

My guess is globetrekker96 was probably mistaken as he/she stated the horsepower is less than GLE.
A regular GLE is 329 hp.

I doubt they give out AMGs as loaner cars.