2022梅赛德斯-奔驰GLA-Class越野车Performance

The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class SUV makes use of a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine that develops a reasonable 221 hp and 258 lb-ft. You get a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive; the former achieves a 0-60 mph sprint time of 6.8 seconds, while the latter shaves off two tenths. This improvement in performance is minimal, and the only reason to go for the 4Matic is if you really need the additional traction, since the SUV handles well regardless. Other SUVs have superior spec sheets when it comes to outright performance, though; the BMW X1 is quicker at 6.6 and 6.3 seconds, respectively, but in this segment, no single model truly outshines another as far as performance figures go. Around the city or on the highway, the Merc never feels lacking, although the suspension is biased towards comfort over outright dynamism. The top speed is electronically limited to 130 mph.

The only engine used in the standard GLA-Class is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four gas unit that develops 221 hp and 258 lb-ft. This is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, which sends the outputs to your choice of a front- or all-wheel drivetrain. Maximum torque is delivered low down from just 1,800 rpm, and while the transmission is extremely smooth, sudden throttle inputs can confuse it momentarily as it contemplates which gear to select. This doesn't dull the experience, however, and when driven in any sane fashion, the GLA's powertrain is smooth, refined, and agreeable.

The benefits of an entry-level vehicle from a premium brand include budget-consciousness in several areas, including gas mileage. The lighter, FWD-only GLA 250 SUV returns a respectable 24/34/28 mpg city/highway/combined. Equipping 4Matic AWD only results in a small drop in efficiency, managing 23/32/26 mpg. These figures are not only impressive in isolation but compared to its peers too, as BMW - typically the best in the segment in this area - can only manage 27 mpg combined with the FWD X1. The AWD X1 matches the AWD GLA with 26 mpg combined.

With its 12.7-gallon fuel tank, the compact crossover can travel up to 355 miles in mixed conditions before needing to top up.