- Mercedes-Benz has completely redesigned the GLA crossover for the 2028 model year.
- Mercedes will offer it 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.
Mercedes-Benz has completely updated the GLA for 2028. The automaker’s entry-level compact crossover boasts more than just a new design; It also includes some radical changes inside and under the hood.
Mercedes will offer the GLA in two flavours, electric and hybrid, with two EV variants available. The GLA 250+ Electric produces 268 horsepower, while the GLA 350 4Matic Electric produces 349 hp. The hotter GLA can accelerate to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds.
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The automaker says the EV has a range of up to 657 kilometers (408 miles), but that’s with the European WLTP, which is far more forgiving. The EV will use an 85.0 kilowatt-hour usable nickel-magnesium-cobalt battery.
The hybrid will rely on a newly developed turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine. It will have an electric motor integrated into a new electrified eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Mercedes hasn’t disclosed the hybrid’s horsepower and torque figures, but the automaker says it will be available in two outputs.
| Sample | powertrain | Production |
| 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 |
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Mercedes-Benz GLA Interior
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The new 2028 GLA is larger than its predecessor. The wheelbase is 2.4 inches longer, increasing the overall length to 109.8 inches. The crossover also sits 0.8 inches lower and has a 1.2-inch wider rear track.
The longer wheelbase translates into more legroom. Front seat passengers enjoy an extra 0.3 inches, but rear passengers really benefit, with 1.5 inches of extra legroom.
The new dimensions match the all-new exterior design. The GLA Electric will feature a brand new grille design, with a chrome frame and illuminated surround. The GLA Hybrid comes with a star grille.
The crossover features new sheet metal, revised headlights, and a new taillight design that emphasizes the GLA’s width. It is available with 18 to 20 inch wheels. Options like the AMG Line and Night Edition enhance the presence with unique trim, wheels and interior accents.
Availability and price
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. We expect the crossover to go on sale closer to next year. Pricing for the gas-powered 2026 GLA 250 starts at $42,850, including destination charge. We expect the new GLA to start in the mid-$40,000 range.
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Motor1’s Opinion: The GLA has received a major makeover inside and out. The extra legroom and interior space should broaden the compact’s appeal in the highly competitive compact segment.
