“Vehicle is awesome overall but misses the mark for “extras." Heated/cooled front seats should be standard and not optional for a 60K car. Brakes shouldn't constantly squeak. Voice control is nice but outside of temperature or a radio station, that's about it.”
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA is a carryover year with no major changes. Its powertrains, styling, safety features, structure, and infotainment continue from 2022.
About the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA
2nd generation, third model year, and last year before the 2024 refresh.
Mercedes positions the GLA as the smallest SUV in its lineup, but still a true Mercedes-Benz in feel and features. The pitch is compact size for city use, a higher seating position than a sedan, a modern screen-heavy cabin, and flexible cargo space for daily errands or weekend trips. Compared with rivals, the GLA leans on upscale design, a strong digital interface, and a more agile, car-like driving feel rather than maximum cargo room.
The GLA 250 is the everyday entry model, pairing a 221-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an upscale, flexible cabin and a touchscreen system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The GLA 250 4MATIC adds all-wheel drive, an off-road mode, and downhill speed control for extra confidence in poor weather or on rough roads.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/8G-DCT | Automatic, 8-Spd w/8G-DCT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 221 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 50.5 cu-ft | 50.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38 in | 38 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA compared with the 2022 model?
Nothing major changed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA. The engines, drivetrain choices, styling, safety equipment, body structure, and infotainment carry over from 2022.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA the last model before the refresh?
Yes. The 2023 GLA is the final model year before the 2024 refresh, which brought updated styling, larger standard displays, more standard technology, and revisions to the base powertrain.
Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA have all-wheel drive?
Yes. The 2023 GLA 250 4MATIC has all-wheel drive, along with an off-road mode and downhill speed control. The GLA 250 is the front-wheel-drive version.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA meaningfully different from the 2022 model?
No. The 2023 and 2022 GLA models are substantially similar, so a used-vehicle comparison should focus on condition, mileage, service history, and individual equipment.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
4.3
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA
(417 reviews)
“This vehicle excels in performance, reliability, safety, comfort, versatility, and style.”
“Due to the placement of the phone charger, it is easy to forget the phone in the car and there is no voice reminder (as I had in my previous vehicle). In addition, there is no hard copy of the manual so you have to go online in the vehicle and figure out things for yourself. It is very challenging as the vehicle is very sensitive and one wrong selection changes the settings.”