Mercedes GLA Crossover Confirmed in Spy Photos
Mercedes-Benz is hard at work on its GLA crossover model, previously known as the GLC. The compact SUV is aimed to compete against the BMW X1 and this is our first look at it.
The GLA will be built on the German automaker’s front-wheel drive architecture (MFA) that also underpins the A- and B-Class models. It is expected to arrive later on next year or early 2014 and currently looks to be on schedule, despite the heavily camouflaged vehicle seen in these spy shots.
Though it may be hard to see, the GLA’s body looks similar to the A-Class, and is definitely much less angular than the GLK.
With the A-Class set to his US dealers in 2014, look for the GLA to arrive after that, likely powered by a turbocharged 4-cylinder making around 200 hp.
GALLERY: Mercedes-Benz GLA Spy Photos
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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