{"id":4658,"date":"2026-07-30T22:14:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T21:14:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zawaya24.com\/en\/?p=4658"},"modified":"2026-07-30T22:14:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T21:14:19","slug":"mercedes-unveils-redesigned-gla-with-up-to-657-km-electric-range","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zawaya24.com\/en\/mercedes-unveils-redesigned-gla-with-up-to-657-km-electric-range\/","title":{"rendered":"Mercedes unveils redesigned GLA with up to 657 km electric range"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mercedes-Benz has introduced the third-generation Mercedes GLA<\/strong>, turning its smallest SUV into a model available with either a fully electric or a hybrid powertrain. Built on the new Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA), the redesigned 2028 model delivers a driving range of up to 657 km under the WLTP testing cycle in its electric version, positioning it among the longest-range compact premium electric SUVs.<\/p>\n

The all-electric lineup will be offered in two variants. The rear-wheel-drive GLA 250+ produces 268 horsepower, while the all-wheel-drive GLA 350 4MATIC delivers 349 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 100 km\/h in 5.3 seconds. Both models are powered by an 85 kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt battery and feature an 800-volt electrical architecture that supports DC fast charging at up to 320 kW. Under optimal conditions, the system can recover approximately 270 km of driving range in just 10 minutes.<\/p>\n

Buyers seeking a combustion engine can choose a hybrid version that combines a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and a 1.3 kWh battery. The setup enables short-distance electric driving at low speeds while also allowing energy recovery through coasting at speeds above 100 km\/h.<\/p>\n

The redesigned SUV also introduces significant improvements in cabin space. Its wheelbase has been extended by 6 cm to 279 cm, increasing rear legroom by 3.8 cm and adding nearly 2.5 cm of rear headroom. Mercedes-Benz Chief Executive Officer Ola K\u00e4llenius described it as the company’s “most expressive GLA ever.”<\/p>\n

Inside, the vehicle features the latest MBUX infotainment platform. Buyers can optionally equip the SUV with the new Superscreen, which spans the width of the dashboard and combines a 10.25-inch driver display with two 14-inch screens. Mercedes has also integrated a new AI-powered virtual assistant that draws on technologies from Google, ChatGPT, and other providers. Navigation functions are enhanced through Google’s Automotive AI Agent running on Google Cloud.<\/p>\n

Orders in Germany open on July 31, with electric versions reaching customers first. The United States will receive the vehicle during the second half of 2027 as a 2028 model. Mercedes-Benz has not announced U.S. pricing, although the outgoing gasoline-powered GLA starts at $41,500. In Germany, the entry-level GLA 200 Electric starts at \u20ac40,840.<\/p>\n

The electric Mercedes GLA enters a competitive premium compact SUV segment that includes rivals such as the Tesla Model Y, Audi Q4 e-tron, and Volvo EX40. Despite its increased interior space, the new model remains noticeably more compact than Tesla’s SUV while offering advanced charging technology, AI-enabled features, and a choice of electric or hybrid powertrains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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