GLA, Compact Crossover Based Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Ahead of Shanghai Motor Show 2013 which opened on Saturday (04/20/2013), Mercedes-Benz featuring new crossover concept, GLA.  The premiere of this concept car will not be much different from the production version that will be showcased at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2013, next September. Launch, the first half of 2014.

The GLA uses the same platform with the A-Class. Because it also includes the compact dimensions with a length of 4,380 mm, width 1,970 mm and height 1,570 mm. While the wheelbase the same as the A-Class, 2,690 mm​​.

Design, still remains hatchback with a crossover adjustment display: puffy hood, roof rails, protective plate under the front and rear bumpers and plastic trim on the fender lip. Solid impression emerging from the 20-inch rims and tires 255/45.
Cockpit design, together with the A-Class. Used three wheel crossbar, 2din head unit, AC round-hole screen monitor with a unique on it. Materials and decorative motifs cabin and instrument panel together with the A-Class. Just a different interior color combinations.

For fixed power source to rely on 4-cylinder engine, 2.0 liter capacity, turbo that produces 211 PS. Transmission, a 7-speed automatic with double clutch or the 7G-DCT. While the motion system, all-wheel drive (AWD). Mercedes-Benz also offers sports variant, the GLA 45 AMG which has tremendous power, 300 PS.
Sources: carscoop