2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA is that the former Premium Package became standard, bringing blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats, keyless entry and start, and hands-free liftgate access. It was otherwise a light final-year update for the first-generation model.
About the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA
1st generation (X156, 2015-2019 AMG GLA 45), final U.S. model year; the model had received its mid-cycle styling update for 2018.
Mercedes-AMG positioned the GLA 45 as its smallest practical performance SUV: a compact five-seat body and folding rear seats wrapped around a hand-built 375-hp engine and all-wheel-drive traction. Its character is closer to a high-performance hatchback than a traditional tall SUV, combining 4.3-second acceleration, firm cornering hardware and useful cargo flexibility. Its main differentiator is unusually strong output from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder without giving up everyday passenger and hatchback utility.
The single GLA 45 trim pairs the everyday usefulness of a five-seat compact SUV with a firm, performance-focused setup. Its signature hardware includes a hand-built 375-hp turbo four-cylinder engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, performance all-wheel drive, upgraded suspension and brakes, and a sport exhaust.
What changed, by category
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 375 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 43.6 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Bluetooth | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| USB Ports | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Power Driver Seat | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA?
The biggest change is that the former Premium Package equipment became standard. Every 2019 GLA 45 has blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats, keyless entry and start, and hands-free liftgate access.
Did the 2019 AMG GLA get a new engine or more power?
No. The 2019 AMG GLA carries over its hand-built 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 375 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, along with its seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and performance all-wheel drive.
Is the 2019 AMG GLA a redesign?
No. The 2019 AMG GLA is a light equipment update, not a redesign. It is the final U.S. model year of the first-generation AMG GLA 45, which had received a styling update for 2018.
What happened to the GLA 45 4MATIC name for 2019?
The GLA 45 4MATIC continued for 2019 under the shorter GLA 45 name. It was a rename, not the replacement of one performance model with another.
Is the 2019 AMG GLA meaningfully different from the 2018 model?
The difference is mainly standard equipment. The 2019 model adds standard 20-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats, keyless entry and start, and hands-free liftgate access, while its engine, transmission, all-wheel-drive system, chassis hardware, and main cabin display remain largely unchanged.
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