Next fall Mercedes will join the expanding luxury crossover segment with the all-new GLA-Class. Crossover are based off a car chassis, as opposed to a SUV that is based off a truck chassis. According to the folks at Mercedes, the 2015 crossover will be driven by a modern 4-cylinder engine, with turbocharging and direct injection, as well as an ECO start/stop function as standard, making for superior efficiency. The new GLA-Class also takes the lead in its segment with its dynamic performance figures.
The 2015 GLA250 4MATIC features a turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine that generates 208-hp and 258 lb-ft. of torque. The GLA250 4MATIC sprints from zero to 60 mph in only 6.4 seconds, underlining the dynamic claim to leadership of the GLA-Class. It has a top speed of 145 mph. The engine is mated to a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission which unites comfort and sportiness. A front-wheel drive GLA250 will be available in the U.S. in early 2015.
In addition to 18-inch or 19-inch optional wheels, the GLA will offer a host of safety features.
Standard features for the crossover include ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection and radar-based COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST with adaptive Brake Assist, which now helps to protect against collisions from a speed of only 4 mph.
This feature combines with DISTRONIC PLUS (part of the Driver Assistance Package) to become COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS. This incorporates an additional function: If a danger of collision arises and the driver fails to respond, the system is able to carry out autonomous braking at speeds of up to 124 mph, thereby reducing the severity of collisions with slower or stopping vehicles. The system also brakes in response to stationary vehicles at a speed of up to 18 mph, and is able to prevent rear-end collisions at speeds of up to 12 mph.
Established assistance systems, such as Blind Spot and Lane Keeping Assist are also available for the GLA. PARKTRONIC w/ Park Assist (optional) allows automatic parking in parallel and perpendicular parking spaces.
Pricing has not been announced as of yet.
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