Performance and Engine of Mercedes benz Gla in India

Engine Displacement: 1,950 cc

The GLA 220d is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine (OM654). This unit delivers a maximum power of 188 bhp (190 PS) and a peak torque of 400 Nm. For the petrol variant (GLA 200), the displacement is 1,332 cc, producing 161 bhp and 270 Nm of torque.

Configuration: 4 Cylinders / 16-Valve DOHC

The engine features an inline 4-cylinder configuration with a Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) and 4 valves per cylinder. It utilizes a high-pressure Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) fuel system for the diesel, while the petrol uses a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system.

Acceleration and Speed: 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds

The GLA 220d 4MATIC is impressively quick for its segment, reaching 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The top speed is electronically governed at 219 km/h. The smaller petrol variant (GLA 200) completes the 0-100 km/h sprint in approximately 8.9 seconds with a top speed of 210 km/h.