{"id":2764,"date":"2025-09-04T14:44:37","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T04:44:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/?p=2764"},"modified":"2025-08-26T23:58:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T13:58:08","slug":"review-2025-mercedes-gla","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-mercedes-gla\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2025 MERCEDES GLA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>2025 Mercedes GLA<\/strong> lands in Australia as the brand\u2019s smallest SUV, but it no longer feels like a tall A-Class with hiking boots. You now get tidier styling, mild-hybrid help on the core petrol models, a new GLA 250 e plug-in hybrid, and the feisty AMG GLA 35 for hot-hatch energy in an SUV body. It reads like a proper premium compact: comfortable, techy, and sized right for city life with enough space for a couple of weekend bags. If you want a quick primer on the <strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"516\">2025 MERCEDES GLA<\/strong>\u00a0lineup and what changed, read on.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"572\">Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n<h4 data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"583\">Pros<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"633\">Quiet, refined ride and a premium cabin feel.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"709\">Strong tech suite with MBUX, helpful driver assists, and quality audio.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"796\">Broad range: efficient GLA 200, new <strong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"761\">GLA 250 e<\/strong> PHEV, and punchy <strong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"793\">AMG GLA 35<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"854\">Sensible size for tight streets, yet still practical.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"866\"><\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"866\">Cons<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"945\">Pricing can climb fast with options.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1032\">Boot is fine rather than huge for the class.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1101\">AMG thirst if driven hard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1130\">How Much Does It Cost?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1421\">Australian pricing starts from <strong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1194\">$62,900 before on-road costs<\/strong> for the GLA 200. The <strong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1230\">AMG GLA 35<\/strong> sits near <strong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1268\">$97,700 before on-roads<\/strong>. The new <strong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1306\">GLA 250 e plug-in hybrid<\/strong> is <strong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1326\">$78,000 MRLP<\/strong>. Expect drive-away figures to vary by state and options.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1449\">Features and Benefits<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"2081\">Mercedes has sharpened the look without making it shouty, and the <strong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1546\">2025 Mercedes GLA interior<\/strong> is where it wins hearts. Twin 10.25-inch screens run MBUX, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the interface remains one of the easiest to live with after day one. Materials feel grown-up, lighting is on point, and the driving position suits tall and short drivers alike. The <strong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1865\">2025 Mercedes GLA exterior design<\/strong> is tidy and contemporary, so even a base GLA 200 looks expensive without needing a body kit. (Spec highlights and integration are listed across the 2025 range by local outlets.)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2606\">Under the skin, Australia gets a <strong data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2154\">1.3-litre turbo petrol mild-hybrid<\/strong> GLA 200, a <strong data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2185\">2.0-litre turbo<\/strong> in up-spec variants, the <strong data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2224\">GLA 250 e<\/strong> PHEV with electric running for short hops, and the <strong data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2290\">AMG GLA 35<\/strong> for real pace. Claimed outputs for the 2.0-litre AMG are <strong data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2365\">225 kW\/400 Nm<\/strong>. If you like numbers, the <strong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2424\">2025 Mercedes GLA dimensions<\/strong> are about <strong data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2472\">4,436 mm L \/ 1,834 mm W \/ 1,590 mm H<\/strong> on a <strong data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2489\">2,729 mm<\/strong> wheelbase, which explains why it feels easy to park yet stable on the freeway.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2619\">Safety<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2978\">The <strong>GLA<\/strong> carries a <strong data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2664\">five-star ANCAP rating<\/strong> for this generation and loads in the expected assists: AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane support, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise, surround cameras and automated parking on many trims. <strong data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2908\">2025 Mercedes GLA safety features<\/strong> remain a strong point in class.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"2998\">Running Costs<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3546\">On paper, the <strong data-start=\"3013\" data-end=\"3050\">2025 Mercedes GLA fuel efficiency<\/strong> starts from <strong data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3079\">7.4 L\/100 km<\/strong> for the 1.3-litre petrol, around <strong data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3129\">7.9 L\/100 km <\/strong>for 2.0-litre AWD versions, and <strong data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3178\">9.0 L\/100 km<\/strong> for the AMG GLA 35. The <strong data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3216\">GLA 250 e<\/strong> claims <strong data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3270\">up to approximately 65 km of electric-only range (WLTP)<\/strong> and headline combined figures near <strong data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3324\">1-1.2 L\/100 km<\/strong> if you keep the battery topped up, which is perfect for suburban commutes. Warranty is <strong data-start=\"3412\" data-end=\"3448\">five years, unlimited kilometres<\/strong>, and typical service intervals are <strong data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3507\">12 months\/20,000 km<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3582\">Comparison To Its Competitors<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"4155\">Against the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/bmw-x1\"><strong data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3605\">BMW X1<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/audi-q3\"><strong data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3618\">Audi Q3<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/volvo-xc40\"><strong data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3638\">Volvo XC40<\/strong><\/a>, the <strong data-start=\"3644\" data-end=\"3680\">2025 Mercedes GLA vs competitors<\/strong> story is clear. The BMW feels sportier to steer, the Q3 often undercuts on price-for-kit, and the XC40 majors on cabin practicality. The <strong>GLA<\/strong> answers with cabin quality and an easygoing ride. Boot space is <strong data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3900\">425-1,430 L<\/strong> depending on seat position, which is respectable but not class-leading. If you want performance, AMG GLA 35 stacks up well against <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/bmw-x1\"><strong>X1 M35i<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/audi-sq2\"><strong>SQ2<\/strong><\/a> on grin factor, though it will drink more if you use the performance.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"4155\">2025 Mercedes GLA Review: Trims, MBUX Changes, Practicality, and On-Road Performance<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mercedes GLA (2025) REVIEW - Should You Get One?\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/isdN2dUVraY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4157\" data-end=\"4172\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4616\">If you want a premium compact SUV that feels properly polished, the <strong data-start=\"4241\" data-end=\"4262\">2025 Mercedes GLA<\/strong> is a safe bet. The <strong data-start=\"4282\" data-end=\"4314\">2025 Mercedes GLA technology<\/strong> suite is slick, refinement is strong, and the new <strong data-start=\"4365\" data-end=\"4378\">GLA 250 e<\/strong> broadens appeal for buyers who spend most days in town. The only watch-outs are option creep and a boot that is fine rather than huge. For many Australian buyers, that is an easy trade for the badge, the comfort, and the day-to-day ease.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4618\" data-end=\"4639\">Rating: 8.3\/10<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4640\" data-end=\"4995\">The <strong data-start=\"4656\" data-end=\"4684\">2025 Mercedes GLA review<\/strong> verdict: premium feel, excellent tech, and a range that now covers sensible to spicy. The <strong data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"4808\">2025 Mercedes GLA performance<\/strong> in AMG form is grin-worthy, while the <strong data-start=\"4847\" data-end=\"4860\">GLA 250 e<\/strong> makes real sense for urban commutes. Price can jump with options, but the core package is right.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2025 Mercedes GLA lands in Australia as the brand\u2019s smallest SUV, but it no longer feels like a tall A-Class with hiking boots. 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