2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 220 CDI A/T 4MATIC offers a perfect blend of luxury and practicality for South African buyers seeking a reliable used SUV. Its sleek design and premium features make it an attractive choice at an affordable price, ideal for those wanting a stylish yet economical vehicle.
Powered by a 2.143L diesel engine producing 170 Hp, this GLA combines impressive performance with exceptional fuel efficiency, consuming just 4.4 L/100km. The automatic 7G-DCT transmission ensures smooth driving, while the five-door, five-seat layout provides ample space for family and cargo needs.
Located in Pretoria Central, Gauteng, this used Mercedes-Benz GLA is available for immediate viewing and test drives. Buyers can explore competitive finance deals and compare prices to secure the best value. Contact the dealer today to buy or schedule a test drive of this stylish, practical SUV for sale in South Africa.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
The 2016 Mercedes GLA 220 CDI Auto 4MATIC is positioned as a stylish, entry-luxury SUV in Mercedes’ lineup. Its 2.1-litre turbo-diesel engine, dual-clutch automatic gearbox, and all-wheel drive system provide confident performance, while the GLA’s compact size makes it equally suited for city driving and weekend adventures.
Engine: 2.1-litre 4-cylinder turbo-diesel Power: 125 kW @ 3,600 rpm Torque: 350 Nm @ 1,400–3,400 rpm Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (7G-DCT) Drive Type: 4MATIC AWD Top Speed: ~210 km/h Acceleration (0–100 km/h): ~7.7 seconds Fuel Consumption (Combined): ~4.9–5.0 L/100 km Fuel Tank Capacity: 50 litres Boot Capacity: ~421 litres (expandable with rear seats folded) Body Style: 5-door compact crossover SUV Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
The GLA 220 CDI Auto 4MATIC competes in the premium compact crossover SUV segment, alongside rivals such as the BMW X1 xDrive20d, Audi Q3 2.0 TDI quattro, and Volvo XC40 D4 AWD.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA
Mercedes-Benz’s GLA has always been the halfway house for South Africans who want that three-pointed star but aren’t keen on the bulk or price tag of a full-blown GLC. On paper at least, it’s what the GLA should have been from the start: a compact SUV with enough badge pull to keep the Joneses interested, yet small enough to slot into a tight Rosebank parking bay without breaking a sweat. You’re shopping in the same sandpit as the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40, with all the badge-driven baggage that brings. Every current listing is used, not a single new GLA on the lot, with prices jumping from R269,900 to a heady R849,900. That’s a gulf that splits the market: you’ve got older, high-miler GLAs under R400k for the budget-conscious, and late-model, low-km versions nudging R850k for those who want the latest shape. If you’re clocking big distances, the GLA 220 CDI A/T 4MATIC is where your money should go. Four of them are on sale between R269,900 and R349,900, averaging just over 94,000 kilometres — the diesel’s better suited to that kind of life. The petrol GLA 200s are scattered across price bands, from R289,900 right up to R599,500, then a big leap to R739,800-plus for the newer Auto versions. There’s even a GLA 45 AMG at R329,500, which sounds like a bargain until you check the odometer. What tips the scales for Benz over the Q3 is the cabin: the switchgear feels properly considered, and the driving position has that premium upright vibe without any of the stiffness you’d expect. For South African buyers, that blend of comfort and class is what matters most when you’re dropping serious cash on a used badge.
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