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Mercedes-AMG has expanded its compact car lineup with the unveiling of the new generation GLA 45, ahead of its world debut originally set for the 2020 Geneva Motor Show on March 3. Based on the second-generation GLA small crossover, the range-topper of the series is powered by the same 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four as the A45 and CLA 45, with identical output and torque. The engine produces 382 HP (387 PS / 285 kW) and 354 lb-ft (480 Nm), and is paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and 4Matic+ all-wheel drive system with AMG Torque Control that distributes the power between the front and rear wheels, as well as between the left and right rear wheel selectively. The high-performance crossover needs 4.3 seconds to go from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) and tops out at 155 mph (250 km/h). America will only get the base GLA 45, starting towards the end of the year, but in other parts of the world, it will also offer the GLA 45 S. The more powerful model will arriv...

Mercedes-Benz has introduced the facelifted GLA on the eve of the  Detroit Auto Show  with a number of minor refreshments compared to the current car. Perhaps the most obvious change to the  updated GLA  is the modified front end that includes a set of round fog lights for the 220 variant. Additionally, the facelifted GLA enjoys a slightly different rear with new tinted taillights in what Mercedes-Benz dubs as a “fitness programme” for the compact SUV designed to make the GLA more rugged in its appearance. There is only one new variant added to the range and dubbed the GLA 220 4Matic that pumps out 184 hp and 300 Nm of torque. The rest of the petrol range them consist of the GLA 180, GLA 200, GLA 250, GLA 250 4Matic and of course, the Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4Matic. As for the diesels, they include the GLA 180 d, GLA 200 d, GLA 200 d 4Matic, GLA 220d and the GLA 220d 4Matic. The interior of the new GLA benefits from a 360-degree camera that displays the surroundings o...