I sat in one of these a 2019 one at the Mazda dealership while I was getting an oil change. It was red. I paired my phone up to the Bluetooth. Played Whitney Houston. Was a great experience. It had a wonderful sound system and it wasn’t even the premium option.
Happy to see front fog lights are back. Also glad they kept Euro-spec tail lights with the amber signals and rear fogs. Red signals and deletion of rear fogs (BMW & Audi) is visible cost cutting and makes the vehicle less elegant.
Thank you I have a 2020 lease. I was thinking of getting something bigger but after seeing this I will renew my lease with this model. I was thinking about an Audi or the genesis.
nice review, in europe the base engine is a 1300cc with 130bhp. called the gla 180. if you think the gla 250 is a bit sluggish, brabus has a plug and play chip for some more pony s
Hey bros, I'm considering a Mercedes 250 or GLA. I'm leaning towards the 250 because no body roll on bends. And I miss a sedan. I'd like your opinion on most quiet ride of the two. And comfort, was one more ergonomically pleasing? SUV vs Coupe Many thanks, TerryMorris
My kinetic seats keep me quite comfy!!! I finally received my 2023 GLA a month ago. My hubby is 6'4" and he is VERY comfortable driving and as a passenger. He HATED my 2018 GLA. 🤣
I was really enjoying this model until the "no arm rest" in the backseat. Really, Mercedes? Where are the backseat passengers supposed to put their drinks? I could see maybe water bottles in the doors' pockets. But what about drinks with lids?
just got mine I love it. im just confused on the steering wheel those two buttons on it it has a plus and minus.. what is it for? also you forgot it self parks! im scared to try it lol what do you think? I have the amg package its nice
Mercedes think they slick. Their cheapest car, but all the techs and perks you actually want in a vehicle is sold separately, hint making this an expensive vehicle at the end.
I just bought one and have owned several (larger) Mercedeses in the past. Mercedes will gladly take all the money you're willing to give them, of course, but you can get a good version of this car for just over $40K. It starts at $38,495 with the $995 destination charge. All it really needs is the $1850 premium package for the nice integrated digital instrument panel and infotainment screen and a couple of other things. Many will add 4MATIC and heated seats, so it's pretty well equipped for $43K.
@@georgejungle138 Ambient lighting is part of a relatively standard package (I have it and wasn't even that interested in it, though I do like it now). Yeah, I went without a sun roof. Those who want one always have the option to, as you note, pay extra $$$.
One questions Why does the GLA 250 when slow on the highway,‘traffic it tends want to move - like it wants to go!! Freaks me out sometimes. Overall the car is beautiful
I checked the internet site of the Mercedes dealer closest to me and GLA MSRP's are $43,500. Please advise where I can get a GLA for $37,500 (the price listed in the headline of your video).
Its hard to tell but i am considering getting this. Will a dog that is somewhat bigger fit in the trunk (big boy Labrador)? I would say yes but is there anyone with actual experience?
Nope. Just bought one of these. Full coverage insurance at AAA for 15,000 estimated miles of driving per year in a garaged middle class safe neighborhood with drivers with good driving records it was the same 1 year premium as my Ford Fusion which I replaced with the GLA.
For starters, $800 is a suspiciously high amount for a car that you can get for less than $60k. Other issue, is so many factors go into insurance premiums you can't really give a baseline or standard figure, only a vague ball park. Driver age, driving record, area, etc. are all influential factors
I have one. I didn't pick it, my SO did. Build quality is crap. Cheap plastic everywhere. My Ford Fusion Titanium had way better build quality. Sadly it was totalled by a distracted driver. You really are just paying for the Mercedes badge.
I just bought one. To get a $38,495 one (not $37K....there's a $995 destination charge, and BTW it seems everyone is getting at least MSRP), you'd have to special order a purely base one. That's because dealers won't stock them. The reason is that the standard instrument panel (the speedometer, etc) and infotainment screen are so basic that dealers think no one would buy one (I wouldn't, actually). Upgrading that requires the premium package. That brings it up to about a $40,200 starting point. That is plenty luxurious enough IMO. 4MATIC will cost more, as will heated seats.
I sat in one of these a 2019 one at the Mazda dealership while I was getting an oil change. It was red. I paired my phone up to the Bluetooth. Played Whitney Houston. Was a great experience. It had a wonderful sound system and it wasn’t even the premium option.
Great review as always guys! Love that you review affordable cars for the masses! Most of us aren't rich!
Thank you! We love covering cars at all price points 😁
Happy to see front fog lights are back.
Also glad they kept Euro-spec tail lights with the amber signals and rear fogs. Red signals and deletion of rear fogs (BMW & Audi) is visible cost cutting and makes the vehicle less elegant.
I love the Mercedes Benz Gla. Keep up the good work
Awesome video of the Mercedes Benz GLA250!!! You guys are awesome!!!
We have this model. It’s fantastic.
I just got mine in July. After getting it fully load it came out to $55,000.
I was gonna get a GLA but got a GLE for $62,750. Worth it 10000%
Thank you I have a 2020 lease. I was thinking of getting something bigger but after seeing this I will renew my lease with this model. I was thinking about an Audi or the genesis.
My very first Mercedes SUV! Nice job bro.
I am very happy with mine.
Excellent review as always!
nice review, in europe the base engine is a 1300cc with 130bhp. called the gla 180. if you think the gla 250 is a bit sluggish, brabus has a plug and play chip for some more pony s
Great review, I need to test drive one and feel the magic
Hey bros, I'm considering a Mercedes 250 or GLA. I'm leaning towards the 250 because no body roll on bends. And I miss a sedan. I'd like your opinion on most quiet ride of the two. And comfort, was one more ergonomically pleasing? SUV vs Coupe Many thanks, TerryMorris
To clarify, do you mean the CLA 250?
@@CarConfections Yes CLA 250, thanks
@@terrymorris8617 So the ride quality is better in the GLA but the handling is better in the CLA. Otherwise, they are very similar to each other
My kinetic seats keep me quite comfy!!! I finally received my 2023 GLA a month ago. My hubby is 6'4" and he is VERY comfortable driving and as a passenger. He HATED my 2018 GLA. 🤣
Is it just me or does this look better than the gle and glc models.
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It seems the GLA has put on a few pounds since it first came out. It must be going through some seasonal depression
LOOOOOOL
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Are you calling the GLA fat?
❤️❤️👋👋 Thanks for the great review! .
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Just listen at 1.75x speed.🙃
Thanks for this review. Please do a 2023 GLC as well
You're welcome! We will as soon as it launches here in the U.S in early 2023 👍
I was really enjoying this model until the "no arm rest" in the backseat. Really, Mercedes? Where are the backseat passengers supposed to put their drinks? I could see maybe water bottles in the doors' pockets. But what about drinks with lids?
just got mine I love it. im just confused on the steering wheel those two buttons on it it has a plus and minus.. what is it for? also you forgot it self parks! im scared to try it lol what do you think? I have the amg package its nice
Either you are talking about the buttons for accelerating and decelerating the speed while in cruise control. Or the volume buttons.
I have the 2023 in white. I love it😊
The Kia Sportage or Mazda cx-5 is far ahead of this in every category.
This looks so cheap in quality for a Mercedes Benz brand.
Disagree
The lack of standard panoramic roof is what make it look cheap
The Kia copied Mercedes lol
@@farrin_camille you’re cute
people like the Brand 😂
thank you for the video.... I'm considering the Mercedes GLA or the GLB 250
Glad you enjoyed the review! Good luck deciding between them and let us know if you have any questions
@@CarConfections Thank you....
Mercedes think they slick. Their cheapest car, but all the techs and perks you actually want in a vehicle is sold separately, hint making this an expensive vehicle at the end.
I just bought one and have owned several (larger) Mercedeses in the past. Mercedes will gladly take all the money you're willing to give them, of course, but you can get a good version of this car for just over $40K. It starts at $38,495 with the $995 destination charge. All it really needs is the $1850 premium package for the nice integrated digital instrument panel and infotainment screen and a couple of other things.
Many will add 4MATIC and heated seats, so it's pretty well equipped for $43K.
@@RichM3000it doesn’t come with sunroof or ambient lighting though so that’s extra $$$
@@georgejungle138 Ambient lighting is part of a relatively standard package (I have it and wasn't even that interested in it, though I do like it now).
Yeah, I went without a sun roof. Those who want one always have the option to, as you note, pay extra $$$.
Insane how this an affordable car in the USA and in Brazil is a luxury car
It's luxury....period
Moro nos EUA e ireo comprar esse carro popular
The reason why is because anybody can get a credit loan in the us and get the car
I love it! I love all Mercedes
Ah yes, the Mercedes CR-V
What’s that supposed to mean
One questions
Why does the GLA 250 when slow on the highway,‘traffic it tends want to move - like it wants to go!!
Freaks me out sometimes. Overall the car is beautiful
Because Mercedes are literally SMART automobiles ! They have brains.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 4MATIC!
Now my broke ass can afford a Mercedes! Yes!!
42,900 is base w/ fees
I wouldn’t say “WELL” under lol
I checked the internet site of the Mercedes dealer closest to me and GLA MSRP's are $43,500. Please advise where I can get a GLA for $37,500 (the price listed in the headline of your video).
You would have to order it because I did and still waiting for it to come in sometime in March 2024
Not bad for the price but I'll still get a Lexus.
Have the best of both worlds and get both :)
Which Lexus? I own one...but the new design sux...SUV..👎👎
I like the reliability of the Lexus but yes the interior and design needs an upgrade
Its hard to tell but i am considering getting this. Will a dog that is somewhat bigger fit in the trunk (big boy Labrador)? I would say yes but is there anyone with actual experience?
For a compact SUV..interior felt decently roomy...just sat in the Tonale..felt super cramped..raked windshield.. didn't like it.
Any back up camera?????? 😮
Full coverage insurance is 800+ that’s what they’re not telling you.
Nope. Just bought one of these. Full coverage insurance at AAA for 15,000 estimated miles of driving per year in a garaged middle class safe neighborhood with drivers with good driving records it was the same 1 year premium as my Ford Fusion which I replaced with the GLA.
That’s not true. I’m paying less than 200
@@fmfm4375how?
@@fmfm4375 hey how much did you put down I’m thinking bout getting this car very soon
For starters, $800 is a suspiciously high amount for a car that you can get for less than $60k.
Other issue, is so many factors go into insurance premiums you can't really give a baseline or standard figure, only a vague ball park. Driver age, driving record, area, etc. are all influential factors
Anywhere to put sunglasses?
No sunroof/panoramic roof on a Mercedes is pointless. It looks more like a mainstream vehicle and not a luxury one
I would rather buy a Mercedes without a sunroof than a Hyundai with a sunroof.
@@braetonwilson4296 We're not talking about Hyundai. Stay on topic, Sir.
@@jjy1463 I'm not ordering that. Might as well go BMW and get a panoramic roof standard.
Bro crying about something nobody uses
@@Galaxy-rj1kj Speak for yourself and ONLY for yourself.
Gotta have a spare tire MB !
Seriously 😂NO SPARE TIRE???? Pass...Lexus all the way 🎉
👸how can the insurance be more💰the same or even close to the car note🤣?
Just rented one from 6T in Maui and this thing is noisier than my neighbor's kid's Toyota Corolla Cross. Pretty bad for a luxury car
Totally agree.
Road and wind noises are very present
😮 No complimentry maintenance on the GLA?
Mercedes doesn't include any complimentary maintenance
Honestly it’s cute
Like you
A very noisy interior during driving👎
I have one. I didn't pick it, my SO did. Build quality is crap. Cheap plastic everywhere. My Ford Fusion Titanium had way better build quality. Sadly it was totalled by a distracted driver. You really are just paying for the Mercedes badge.
No sunroof is deal breaker for me. Sorry Mercedes!
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It is the most UNRELIABLE car i ever had (GLA200 - 2021)
Almost 50% of the time at the garage for electric problems.
Unacceptable for a 53k€ car !
Buy a Kia, Mazda or Hyundai. It will be twice as reliable
no
Ah yes, nothing more reliable than a crispy burnt Kia/Hyundai BaRgAiN.
If you’re talking about reliability, you should have said Toyota or Honda
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WOW, for $37k, that a lot of luxury.
One you start adding the separate packages, the price skyrockets
I just bought one. To get a $38,495 one (not $37K....there's a $995 destination charge, and BTW it seems everyone is getting at least MSRP), you'd have to special order a purely base one. That's because dealers won't stock them. The reason is that the standard instrument panel (the speedometer, etc) and infotainment screen are so basic that dealers think no one would buy one (I wouldn't, actually). Upgrading that requires the premium package. That brings it up to about a $40,200 starting point.
That is plenty luxurious enough IMO. 4MATIC will cost more, as will heated seats.
That 40,000 starting point is still better than what Ford tries to charge for their Ford escape. I know for a fact which one I’d rather have!
buy a rav4 instead. last forever
Currently looking at a used one 😮💨🤌🏻