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this is for people that must drive a mercedes because "I drive a Benz Yo". that louis vuitton monogram, i mean mercedes star monogram is just icing on the cake.
While I was shopping for a vehicle, I checked out the GLB months ago. Although I like the boxy styling for practicality, the interior and built quality felt very cheap and non-Mercedes and the front logo was quite ugly too. My rule of thumb, don’t even consider any entry level model from luxury brand. I looked for an Audi.
i recently purchased a 2025 GLA 250 and put about 800 miles on the vehicle. Here are my thoughts: • The overall build quality is conspicuously superior to the Toyota RAV 4 that I traded in. • The overall ride quality and handling - again conspicuously superior to the Toyota RAV 4 that I traded in. • The actual MPG is virtually the same as the RAV 4. I am getting a consistent 34+ MPG on the highway (@ 55 mph) on the GLA 250. This moves to about 32 MPG when traveling at interstate speeds. • The transition from “mild hybrid” only drive to the turbo kicking in is disappointing. It is not smooth. • The MBUX nav/entertainment/info system is befuddling. The menu hierarchy is, at best, poorly designed and, at worst, was not really designed at all - just pasted together as a random thought. MBUX just SUX.
what was you RAV4? surely not a Cruiser eFour? - when you mention build quality do you include the fact RAV4 is much more reliable than any Mercedes and has much better depreciation, and for good reason? Also the RAV4 is much bigger in almost every dimension and is roomier and more comfortable on long journeys The GLA develops its power and efficiency from a turbo which is set to high boost so as to achieve power and efficiency which limits the life of the engine enormously. This in fact is what makes the engine prone to early failure and wearing out of components. Cost of maintenance and repairing any Merc is astronomical and I would not keep a GLA past its warranty period, whereas a toyota will outlast any merc anytime
@@majorrgeek OK - you are a Toyota fan. I get it. Love you're loaded questions. Yes - the RAV is bigger. You must be an American as you equate that bigger = better. So, go for it. Be well.
@@edruttledge342 - I am not a fan of Toyota or Mercedes nor did I present any "loaded questions"?? I consider your response about American rude so you must be German
@@majorrgeek Good morning. If you feel my comment about American car think (bigger = better) is "rude," you may need to toughen up a little. Just a thought. Have a good day! [oh ... and you missed it on the German thing.]
It’s a shame Mercedes is not offering the EQA in the US. I have this car in Mexico, and it is a great electric car for those of us who like a smaller SUV in the city. And the price was less than a Model Y much more luxurious. It would be great if you could show more of the infotainment system I really like MBUX. It’s my first Mercedes and I really enjoy it. I think it’s much better looking than GLB/EQB.
great video as always , but who is the target audience for this vehicle, it seems big for a one person situation and a bit small for a small family! I am no car expert and have never owned a Merc , but this looks like slightly smaller, less capable cx5 ..from 2022. ? and what is up with so much cabin noise?
I owned a previous generation GLA45 AMG, and the car is decent overall. It's fast as snot, but it did feel cheap. Pay for the audio system upgrade because it's pretty bad.
@Crazen2 The 2021 is a huge improvement over the 2019 I owned. I would make sure it's the 45 and not the 35. Test drive if you can. Go for it, you'll love it
@Crazen2 If you can afford it, you won't be disappointed. My gripes were due to it being bare bones. It didn't have a lot of options from the factory. But, the current generation addresses everything.
@@Flavor88 Consumers said so , tested and got reviews from unbias owners ...unlike your bias is blinding you to the facts...and you end up with stupid post like ''Sure bud''
A Benz with a prop rod for the hood….smh… IMO, never buy the “entry” or “affordable” model from a luxury brand. Everyone knows you HAD to choose this just to get the brand. There are much better options in other brands that will give you more for the money. It will also say more about you as a person if you own your particular situation. (For example, the Hyundai Pallisade Calligraphy blows this out of the water)
@@PaNativ I am glad you do! Not everyone is an idiot, thankfully. If Roll Rolls-Royce wants to sell a vehicle for $600,000 but it costs no more than $100,000 to make, be my guest and go buy it if you can afford it. Some people out there like to be seen in order to feel fulfilled in life.
I’m short and disabled so getting in and out of this “suv” allows for accessing the vehicle while still allotting for more storage than a sedan. As for it being the entry level, some of us prefer German engineering while keeping money in the bank still. Overall, it’s a great entry vehicle in my opinion and I’ve had several of the larger and more sophisticated models. I test drove the competitors too and still bought this one for my individual needs. I don’t think everyone is as interested in showing off. Growing up in Germany, exposed me to the quality and engineering these vehicles provide. JMO
I just can't handle being crammed into tiny cars sitting almost on the ground, I need space and height for visibility and comfort. I must be getting old.
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this is for people that must drive a mercedes because "I drive a Benz Yo". that louis vuitton monogram, i mean mercedes star monogram is just icing on the cake.
I disagree!! the size is just perfect and probably better than a Ford escape. just saying
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While I was shopping for a vehicle, I checked out the GLB months ago. Although I like the boxy styling for practicality, the interior and built quality felt very cheap and non-Mercedes and the front logo was quite ugly too. My rule of thumb, don’t even consider any entry level model from luxury brand. I looked for an Audi.
@@jsundberg5542you would be surprised how good the ford can be and how low Mercedes can go to get the price down
i recently purchased a 2025 GLA 250 and put about 800 miles on the vehicle. Here are my thoughts:
• The overall build quality is conspicuously superior to the Toyota RAV 4 that I traded in.
• The overall ride quality and handling - again conspicuously superior to the Toyota RAV 4 that I traded in.
• The actual MPG is virtually the same as the RAV 4. I am getting a consistent 34+ MPG on the highway (@ 55 mph) on the GLA 250. This moves to about 32 MPG when traveling at interstate speeds.
• The transition from “mild hybrid” only drive to the turbo kicking in is disappointing. It is not smooth.
• The MBUX nav/entertainment/info system is befuddling. The menu hierarchy is, at best, poorly designed and, at worst, was not really designed at all - just pasted together as a random thought. MBUX just SUX.
what was you RAV4? surely not a Cruiser eFour? - when you mention build quality do you include the fact RAV4 is much more reliable than any Mercedes and has much better depreciation, and for good reason?
Also the RAV4 is much bigger in almost every dimension and is roomier and more comfortable on long journeys
The GLA develops its power and efficiency from a turbo which is set to high boost so as to achieve power and efficiency which limits the life of the engine enormously. This in fact is what makes the engine prone to early failure and wearing out of components. Cost of maintenance and repairing any Merc is astronomical and I would not keep a GLA past its warranty period, whereas a toyota will outlast any merc anytime
@@majorrgeek OK - you are a Toyota fan. I get it. Love you're loaded questions.
Yes - the RAV is bigger. You must be an American as you equate that bigger = better. So, go for it.
Be well.
@@edruttledge342 - I am not a fan of Toyota or Mercedes nor did I present any "loaded questions"?? I consider your response about American rude so you must be German
@@majorrgeek Good morning. If you feel my comment about American car think (bigger = better) is "rude," you may need to toughen up a little. Just a thought. Have a good day! [oh ... and you missed it on the German thing.]
@@edruttledge342 derrrr surely my toughening up will not change your rudeness? keep trying
I like it, it’s a great price, I like the red and black seats
Very good detailed review one of the best - wife is tossing up between a GLA250 and Q3 Quattro. Personally I like the GLA
Thanks!
@@CarConfections Is the capped servicing worth it? We put a deposit on the GLA
It’s a shame Mercedes is not offering the EQA in the US. I have this car in Mexico, and it is a great electric car for those of us who like a smaller SUV in the city. And the price was less than a Model Y much more luxurious. It would be great if you could show more of the infotainment system I really like MBUX. It’s my first Mercedes and I really enjoy it. I think it’s much better looking than GLB/EQB.
The car for college kids with rich parents
great video as always , but who is the target audience for this vehicle, it seems big for a one person situation and a bit small for a small family! I am no car expert and have never owned a Merc , but this looks like slightly smaller, less capable cx5 ..from 2022. ? and what is up with so much cabin noise?
Ummm bro...thats still not affordable lol after taxes, interest, and processing..still about 50k
Affordable and most affordable Mercedes are different things 😁
my mid trim 37k rav4 has more features than this!
I hate the all digital dashboard on X1 now. But this GLA dashboard is kinda too much going on. Can we have a middle ground? lol
4:45 is the driver side rear accent light not working or is it just me ?
I just seen this car in my complex and went to the back to get the name so I can look it up😂😂😂😂 Ive never done that before
I owned a previous generation GLA45 AMG, and the car is decent overall. It's fast as snot, but it did feel cheap. Pay for the audio system upgrade because it's pretty bad.
Ahh man, I'm tempted with a 2021 GLA45s at the moment. Full spec,but it's just a smidge over my price range. Would you recommend it?
@Crazen2 The 2021 is a huge improvement over the 2019 I owned. I would make sure it's the 45 and not the 35. Test drive if you can. Go for it, you'll love it
@@doha5634 cheers for responding mate, I'm so tempted lol!! It's definitely a 45s.
@Crazen2 If you can afford it, you won't be disappointed. My gripes were due to it being bare bones. It didn't have a lot of options from the factory. But, the current generation addresses everything.
A Mercedes that's more noisy than a Nissan Sentra, hard pass
I sat in one and feels cheap and uncomfortable
Louder than a Civic...the Mercedes for clowns.
Hahaha 😂 I agree man.
Great job Josh! And I love the red seats
Love your car video
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Hey! Great review. Although im sure I seen the heated wheel switch on the left side of the steering wheel when you were shooting your entry shots!!
The dual screen layout here looks far better than what BMW has on their cheaper vehicles
Money pits. Buy in at your own risk!
Consumers says cheap Benzes are just that ...cheap.
Sure bud
@@Flavor88 Consumers said so , tested and got reviews from unbias owners ...unlike your bias is blinding you to the facts...and you end up with stupid post like ''Sure bud''
Beautiful Benz….
Excellent video!
No measurement of the cargo floor?
It’s the most affordable money pit you can ever lay hands on
Pattie Village
Ha 43 k is affordable for a small car😂
its the new Smart car 😂
4:41 What happen tail light?
EQA is 1000 times better
Homenick Grove
A Benz with a prop rod for the hood….smh…
IMO, never buy the “entry” or “affordable” model from a luxury brand. Everyone knows you HAD to choose this just to get the brand. There are much better options in other brands that will give you more for the money. It will also say more about you as a person if you own your particular situation.
(For example, the Hyundai Pallisade Calligraphy blows this out of the water)
People that think like you have social issues
@@Flavor88 yes, we do. And we own it. And we are ok with it. 😎
If you can’t afford to pay, you can’t afford to play.
@@PaNativ I am glad you do! Not everyone is an idiot, thankfully. If Roll Rolls-Royce wants to sell a vehicle for $600,000 but it costs no more than $100,000 to make, be my guest and go buy it if you can afford it. Some people out there like to be seen in order to feel fulfilled in life.
Can't agree more.
I’m short and disabled so getting in and out of this “suv” allows for accessing the vehicle while still allotting for more storage than a sedan. As for it being the entry level, some of us prefer German engineering while keeping money in the bank still. Overall, it’s a great entry vehicle in my opinion and I’ve had several of the larger and more sophisticated models. I test drove the competitors too and still bought this one for my individual needs. I don’t think everyone is as interested in showing off. Growing up in Germany, exposed me to the quality and engineering these vehicles provide. JMO
It needs a redesign
Overrated, BMW X1 is WAY better (I’ll take this Benz over an Audi Q3 tho, that car is even worse)
I just can't handle being crammed into tiny cars sitting almost on the ground, I need space and height for visibility and comfort. I must be getting old.
The official mercedes of June.