Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class AMG GLA45 4MATIC 2017 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 2017

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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class AMG GLA45 4MATIC 2017

General

Other Names:

Also called:

--

Also called:

GL-Class

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Make:

Mercedes-Benz

Model:

GLA-Class

GLS-Class

Average Price:

32,331

Updated:

22 Nov 2016

74,929

Updated:

01 Dec 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2017

2016

Total Seating:

Transmission:

7-speed Shiftable Automatic

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

14.80gals

26.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Cirrus White

#E7E8E2

Cocoa Brown Metallic

#523F31

Cosmos Black Metallic

#23221E

Jupiter Red

#970802

Kryptonite Green Metallic

#5F9839

Lunar Blue Metallic

#18294B

Mountain Grey Metallic

#585657

Night Black

#000000

Polar Silver Metallic

#C1C2BD

South Seas Blue Metallic

#718EA6

designo Mountain Grey Magno

#59545A

Color:

Black

#000000

Dakota Brown Metallic

#403524

Diamond Silver Metallic

#C5CDD2

Iridium Silver Metallic

#ADB1B2

Lunar Blue Metallic

#18294B

Obsidian Black Metallic

#211810

Palladium Silver Metallic

#888785

Polar White

#E1E0DE

Steel Grey Metallic

#6A7575

designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#A02C32

designo Diamond White Metallic

#EDE4D7

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class ranks 2 out of 5 Luxury Subcompact SUVs. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV offers compact-car-like agility and fuel economy in an upscale package. However, there’s little passenger and storage space – even for a subcompact – and its ride isn't as cushioned as many of its rivals.

Pros
Powerful engines
Outstanding handling
Lavish interior
Class-leading reliability score

Cons
Poor cargo capacity
Small back seats

By:

usnews.com

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a small, luxury compact 'ute that prioritizes "looks" over "feels," or in other words, it's probably perfect for a lot of shoppers.
Mercedes' smallest crossover—if you can call it that—returns this year to challenge our ideas of compact SUVs, performance, and rear seat head room. Offered as a base front-drive GLA250, all-wheel drive GLA250, or top Mercedes-AMG GLA45, the GLA class may follow Mercedes' nomenclature as an SUV, but it's in a class all its own.

Pros
Impressive dynamic driving
Lots of turbo fun
Sporty and small for two
Decent fuel economy
Great options ...

Cons
but they're pricey
$60,000 for a subcompact hatch?
Cramped rear seat

By:

thecarconnection.com

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality is available for both 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class versions this year. Mercedes says the instrument panel has been mildly redesigned, and the 8-inch display screen is thinner than before. The new AMG Dinamica package adds faux-suede upholstery to the GLA 45's steering wheel and dashboard.

Pros
Sporty handling and performance even in the base model
AMG GLA 45's long list of available technology and safety features.

Cons
Ride quality is firm to the point some might object
Road and wind noise is in abundance
Automatic transmission can operate awkwardly in stop-and-go situations
Less cargo capacity than its rivals.

By:

edmunds.com

The GLS-Class officially makes its debut for 2017, though it's really a slightly revised version of the outgoing GL-Class. Highlights include modified exterior styling, a newly standard nine-speed automatic transmission (except on the AMG GLS 63) and a touchpad-operated infotainment system with a larger screen and available Apple CarPlay. Also, all engines except the GLS450's turbocharged V6 get a bit more horsepower this year.

Pros
Third row is large enough for adults
Spirited acceleration with any of the three gasoline engines
Impressive fuel economy with the diesel engine
Quiet cabin with high-end trimmings and features.

Cons
Diesel-powered model feels relatively slow when passing and merging
Big price jump from the six-cylinder models to the V8-powered versions.

By:

edmunds.com

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS gets the first-class upgrade along with its name change—and a Maybach edition is waiting in the wings.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class marks a significant, mid-cycle upgrade for what was previously knew as the GL-Class. As part of a nomenclature change sweeping the entire brand, each of the German luxury maker's sport-utility vehicles has received new badging and a full or partial makeover to bring the lineup into more obvious parallels with its sedans—so this large, three-row SUV becomes the GLS, to align it with the largest S-Class sedan. Hence the S in its new name.

Pros
Spacious, flexible interior
Rugged-lux, with some added panache
Great set of safety, infotainment features

Cons
Not an entirely new vehicle
Some switchgear looks dated
Cumbersome COMAND interface

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class ranks 1 out of 8 Luxury Large SUVs. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS hits most of the right notes for a large SUV. It boasts a supple ride, three powerful engine choices, three rows of roomy seats, and the same level of luxury that has come to be synonymous with the brand. However, the GLS has fewer standard features than many rivals do, and its available V8 engines are less fuel-efficient than those offered by many competitors.

Pros
Powerful engine lineup
Smooth ride
Three rows of spacious seats

Cons
Fewer features than some rivals
V8 engines get subpar fuel economy

By:

usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Diesel

Fuel Economy City USA:

22.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

28.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Diesel

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

3.00L

Torque:

350ft-lbs

at 2 250rpm

455ft-lbs

at 1 600rpm

Horsepower:

375hp

at 6 000rpm

255hp

at 3 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

36.10Feet

40.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

175.00in

201.60in

Width:

71.00in

84.30in

Height:

58.20in

72.80in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

8.50in

Front Track:

60.90in

Rear Track:

60.80in

Wheel Base:

106.30in

121.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.40

41.20

Rear Head Room:

35.40

40.00

Front Leg Room:

40.20in

40.30in

Rear leg room:

27.10in

38.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

56.00in

58.50in

Rear Shoulder room:

53.20in

58.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

41.80cu.ft

93.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

14.90cu.ft

Curb Weight:

3457.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Remote keyless power door locks

Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

10 -way power driver seat

8 -way power passenger seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat thigh extension

Height adjustable passenger seat

Leatherette/suede

Sport front seats

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

10 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Leatherette

8 -way power passenger seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Rear Seats Features:

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Leather steering wheel

Sun sensor

Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

USB connection

Memory card slot

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Memory card slot

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear ventilated disc brakes

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Brake drying

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Pre-collision safety system

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear integrated headrests

Rearview Camera

Rear Side Airbags

Airbag Deployment Notification

Emergency Service

Blind Spot Assist

Parking Pilot

Vehicle Alarm notification

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Airbag Deployment Notification*

PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Brake drying

Pre-collision safety system

Emergency braking assist

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn signal mirrors

Rear Side Air Bags (SPC)

Emergency Service*

Vehicle Alarm notification*

Options

Packages:

Interior Package

Exterior Carbon Fiber Package

AMG DINIMICA Interior Package

Premium Package

Multimedia Package

Driver Assistance Package

Night Package

Convenience Package

AMG Night Styling

AMG Dynamic Plus Package

AMG "Redcut" Exclusive Package

AMG Aerodynamics Package

Exterior Options:

20" Silver 10-Spoke Alloy Wheel

20" Black 10-Spoke Alloy Wheel

Red Brake Calipers

Wheel Locks

Illuminated Star

Panorama Sunroof

AMG Performance Exhaust

20" Tires

Rear Wing Spoiler in Gloss Black

Interior Options:

Red Seat Belts

Smartphone Integration

Black Headliner

Garmin Map Pilot

Multicolor Ambient Cabin Lighting

AMG Performance Seats

Heated Front Seats

Harman/kardon LOGIC7 sound system

AMG Illuminated Door Sill Panels

Crystal Grey Headliner

Beige Headliner

AMG Performance Steering Wheel

Compass

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black "Red Cut", leather

#61333E

Black MB-Tex/DINAMICA w/Red Stitching, leatherette/suede

#0B0B0B

Black, leather

#1C1C1C

Nut Brown, leather

#5E524D

Sahara Beige/Black, leather

#B7A99D

Color:

Black, leather

#131313

Black, leatherette

#131313

Crystal Grey/Black, leather

#A3A1A0

Espresso Brown, leatherette

#483F3D

Ginger Beige/Black, leather

#9E8B7C

Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette

#B6A598

Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leather

#BBA899

Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leatherette

#9E8B7C

Saddle Brown/Black, leather

#936555

designo Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#534A48

designo Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#C4BDB9

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Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class AMG GLA45 4MATIC 2017 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 2017

General

Also called:

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Also called:

GL-Class

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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