Electric Car News - Your Definitive Guide to the Mercedes GLA Electric Car Lease

The Mercedes GLA Electric Car Lease - Your Definitive Guide

The Mercedes team are in the midst of a major overhaul for all their electric car products. No longer will we see the “EQ” approach, as the German powerhouse looks to synergise their combustion and electric products within the same branding.

In the last few months we have already witnessed the new electric C-Class, Electric GLC and the GLB 7-seater, so the latest initiative is by no means surprising. One of Merc’s most-popular vehicle options, the GLA, has been remodelled and will now be available in both combustion and all-electric format.

This means the existing EQA is no more. While a good move to bring the options within one established brand, and known quantity, the success of the Mercedes electric car offering will be contingent on more than just the aesthetics and the battery.

The cost of charging in the public network is something which could very much help the transition for UK customers into EVs according to YouGov. In a poll of 2,130 people, the proportion of recipients went from 25% to 37% in terms of who would buy an EV if public charging was made cheaper than petrol.

With the Government target of 33% for zero-emission in 2026 and 38% in 2027, the ChargeUK group are petitioning for changes in the public charging network.

For any EV drivers without a home charge point, like a flat or terraced property, or for those who need to charge regularly on the public network due to mileage, the reality is a far more expensive experience. Part of this is exacerbated via the VAT on public charging which is currently set at 20%, while the home charging is now going from 5% to 0% under Andy Burnham’s new ruling.

With the cost of electricity fundamental to working out the running costs and Whole of Life costs on your vehicle, there are big questions surrounding the fairness and efficacy of the current system.

With public charging on a DC network for a rapid experience coming in at around 79 pence per kWh, this is a seismic difference to the near 25 pence per kWh standing tariff at home or the overnight tariffs of 8 -10 pence per kWh. If the government can act to address the cost and bring this down to a fairer charge, EVs like the GLA could be incredibly successful.

Discover the New Mercedes GLA Electric Car Lease

The new all-electric GLA is described as “the space where something new begins” the new small SUV will bring a bold design, confidence and the everyday practicality a family needs. With a sporty and refined exterior, the GLA has been redesigned to look like everything you would expect a Mercedes to be.

The interior is focused on refinement and technology, with the new era of digitisation afoot. As an EV, the Mercedes team have utilised the battery improvements from their latest C-Class and GLC into the GLA to offer some impressive range and charging capabilities.

The new Mercedes GLA EV will arrive with different options including:

•  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 mirros), 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 flush 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;
•  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.  

Key colours include alpine grey, Patagonia red, cosmos black, sapphire blue, high-tech silver, aqua mint and night black. Consider key options 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. 

How will the new Mercedes GLA electric perform?

There will be three battery configurations to choose from including:

• 250+ - this RWD SUV will have an 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;

•  350 4MATIC - this AWD SUV will have an 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.  

Need more help and advice on your new Mercedes?

Head to the Mercedes special offers section on our website  or get in touch with our team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at e[email protected].