SUV · 2014–2024

Mercedes-BenzGLA

A-Class on stilts. AMG Line is the default look; GLA 35/45 are the fast ones. Second gen is much roomier.

Best for: Premium crossover style buyers.

Indicative running costs ~£2,421–£3,483 / year

Power: 156 hp
Economy: 38–45 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 430–620 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Mercedes-Benz GLA at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,421–£3,483 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1172/yr @ 45 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£420–£580 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£240–£400 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

6 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
GLA 180 / 200 Core petrols. 1.3–1.6 · 38–48 mpg	1.3–1.6	136–163 hp	38–48 mpg	~£195*
GLA 200d / 220d Diesels. Diesel · 45–55 mpg	Diesel	136–190 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
AMG Line Trim pack — not 35/45. Various · 38–50 mpg	Various	136–190 hp	38–50 mpg	~£195+*
GLA 35 AMG Performance. 2.0 turbo · 30–36 mpg	2.0 turbo	302 hp	30–36 mpg	~£195+*
GLA 45 / 45 S AMG Top AMG — specialist only. 2.0 turbo · 28–34 mpg	2.0 turbo	387–416 hp	28–34 mpg	~£195+*
7G-DCT / 8G-DCT Demand dual-clutch history. DCT · 30–50 mpg	DCT	136–416 hp	30–50 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.6 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilUsually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used GLA

17G-DCT history on early cars
2AMG Line ≠ 35/45
3Check ride on big wheels

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

DCT shudder
Electronics / battery drain
Suspension knock

Mercedes-Benz GLA FAQs

Is a used Mercedes-Benz GLA expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,421–£3,483 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Mercedes-Benz GLA need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Mercedes-Benz GLA take?

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Mercedes-Benz GLA problems?

Buyers most often watch for: DCT shudder; Electronics / battery drain. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Mercedes-Benz manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Mercedes-Benz manuals ↗

Guides & tools

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2.0 Diesel

Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN