Top 5 Highlights: Mercedes-AMG GLA 35

Mercedes-Benz India is bringing in 15 new models in 2021 and it has already launched the GLA, the company's entry level SUV in the country. But we are interested in the AMG version of the car as it brings a lot to the table. The car was first showcased at the Auto Expo 2020 and we were very curious to know more about the car then. Finally, it's been launched in the country and we can't wait to drive it.

Till we drive and give you a full-blown review, here are the car's top 5 highlights

1. The locally assembled second-gen AMG GLA 35 has been launched at ₹ 57.30 lakh (ex-showroom, India) making it the most affordable AMG SUV in the company lineup. However, this is an introductory price, and Mercedes-Benz India has said that it will increase the prices for the GLA range by ₹ 1.5 lakh from July 1, 2021.

2. The cabin of the AMG GLA 35 gets an all-black treatment with an AMG-specific multi-functional flat-bottom steering wheel, a widescreen unit with twin digital displays for instrumentation and infotainment, and attractive diffusers. It also gets ergonomically contoured sport seats in DINAMICA microfibre with red stitching.

3. The Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4Matic is powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that is tuned to make 302 bhp at 5800 rpm and develops a peak torque of 400 Nm at 3000-4000 rpm. The 1,991 cc engine comes mated to an AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G unit, which is an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

4. With the AMG GLA 35, Mercedes-Benz India is also offering its special 8-year Engine and Transmission warranty, which covers issues related to - engine, torque converter, transmission, associated electrical and electronics. It covers repairs or 8 years/ unlimited kilometres.

5. The Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 also comes with the latest generation MBUX system, equipped with the latest generation of telematics and high-end infotainment features as standard.