The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 is a compact luxury crossover with the performance of a sports car. Under the hood, there’s a four-cylinder turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that churns out 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque en route to a max speed of 155 mph. The engine is married to an AMG Speedshift DCT 8G eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that can switch to manual mode. An all-wheel-drive vehicle, the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 surges from 0 to 60 in 5.1 seconds thanks to the aforementioned configuration being supplemented by the Race-Start launch control feature.
The exterior of this crossover stands out with a Panamericana-style grille that’s specific to the AMG range. This is paired with 19-inch five-spoke tantalum gray wheels, an AMG spoiler on the roof, and silver chrome door handle inserts. Slide into the sumptuous interior outfit with man-made leather and Dinamica microfiber sports seats and enjoy features such as the MBUS infotainment system with digital displays. An AMG Dynamic Select even lets you choose between 5 driving modes to take on whatever path lies ahead.