Mercedes-Benz GLA electric lease deals

Lease a Mercedes GLA in the UK

Mercedes are very much invested in their big re-brand, as the group makes a firm move away from the “EQ” label and instead is bringing their combustion and electric derivatives within the same reference. No more will the EQA be the all-electric alternative to an GLA; the GLA will simply be available as a combustion option or a battery option.

The sporty on-road compact SUV has received a model year 2027 update, which will see this modernise in-line with the recent GLB, electric GLC and electric C-Class. And with rising competition from other German brands, and China, the Merc group needed to get this product right.

The small SUV market is essential to success, with this being such an integral part of the UK automotive economy. Most of the best-selling new cars in the UK from year to year are some form of small or medium SUV / 4x4 derivatives. And with both personal and business customers now turning to battery solutions, having a smaller and more affordable Mercedes electric is mandatory.

But what options of the Mercedes GLA EV can you order?

The new SUV will arrive with the following choices:

•  Sport – from £45,400 this includes the panoramic roof, iconic grille with illuminated frame, 800V charging system, Advanced Pack (lumbar support, MBUX navigation, easy-pack tailgate, heated front seats, Mirror Pack (auto-dimming mirrors and electrically folding mirrors), 18” alloys, comfort seats, heat pump, Apple CarPlay, MB.DRIVE standard (reversing camera and motor assists) and comfort suspension;   

•  Sport Executive – from £47,350 this adds the 19” alloys and artico leather;
• AMG Line Executive – from £49,100 / £54,400 this adds Advanced Plus Pack (4-way lumbar seats, central display and flus door handles), AMG bodystyling, AMG floor mats, Sports Package - Evolution and 19” AMG alloys;
•  AMG Line Premium – from £53,000 / £57,100 this adds 20” alloys, Premium Package with digital extras (MBUX entertainment, MBUX superscreen), nappa-look leather, heated insulated dark glass, MB.DRIVE parking assist and adjustable damping; and
•  AMG Line Premium Plus – from £56,100 / £60,200 this adds Burmester 3D sound, MBUX superscreen, 20” alloys, multibeam LED lights, winter package and HUD. 

The key colours include alpine grey, Patagonia red, comso black, sapphire blue, high-tech silver, aqua mint and night balk. Consider key option like the trailer coupling with ESP trailer stabilisation, full leather and the flexible DC current system (this allows 400V charging as well as 800V charging).

To find out more, or to build your own GLA EV, head to Mercedes website.

But how will the new Mercedes GLA electric perform?

There will be two battery configurations to choose from including:

•  250+- this RWD SUV will have a 85 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 7.3 seconds, 130 mph top speeds and 200kW (or 268hp). Expect a combined winter range of 255 miles with warmer weather allowing for 345 miles – a 300 mile combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 9 hour and 15 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 353 kW DC maximum allowing 18 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 410L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 143 mpg. You can tow with this EV – 750kg (Unbraked) and 1500kg (Braked). It has no Bidirectional Charging. The heat pump is included as standard; and
• 350 4MATIC - this AWD SUV will have a 85 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 5.4 seconds, 130 mph top speeds and 260kW (or 349hp). Expect a combined winter range of 250 miles with warmer weather allowing for 340 miles – a 300 mile combined. On charging, the 11 kW AC max will allow 9 hour and 15 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 353 kW DC maximum allowing 18 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 410L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 143 mpg. You can tow with this EV – 750kg (Unbraked) and 2000kg (Braked). It has no Bidirectional Charging. The heat pump is included as standard. 

The GLA looks a completely different, a “more merc”, improvement on the previous EQA. But even with the aesthetic, battery and technology overhaul, we still do encourage our leasing customers to properly engage with the proposition.

Where e-car are truly different from any other leasing broker is with the information and advice we offer our customers. Our “living with your…” and our unique EVC™ tools explain all you need to know.

From range to charging times to charging costs to running costs to company car tax, we have all the relevant facts. What is key to us is that you take a solution which meets your long-term needs and requirements. An electric team you can trust.

Need more help and advice on your new Mercedes GLA?

Just get in touch with our team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected].