2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 SUV Review - Is This Entry-Level Benz Any Good?

The 2021 GLA 250 is an entry-level offering from Mercedes-Benz. But is it any good? M.S.R.P. - $48,620.
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[@bovis22]

Great review. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 SHINY paint! ✨✨

[@AutoAcademics]

@@bovis22 Thanks for watching!

[@ahanna76]

Nice summary on this entry level, luxury brand SUV. Having the opportunity to test so many rides throughout the year can be fun. Especially when taking the Mrs around the block for a latte.

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! It sure can, T.j. Hanna. It's a lot of work, but I'll take it. Thanks for watching!

[@EZLIFESLOTJACKPOTS]

for the life of me, I cannot figure out how to push the 2 rear headrests down to be flush with the backrest or you can't?

[@Coronet_1969_]

Good review Chris....I prefer shiny paint, call me old school.

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! We hear ya, D T2424. Thanks for watching!

[@jdmrc93]

Don't worry, the Magno matte isn't even available.

[@pinkyharris5922]

thinking abt purchasing 2020? is there anything i should be aware of?

[@Torsee]

Have a good thanksgiving! Love your work!

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks, Torsee. We did. It was a little quieter than usual, but still good. Hope your holiday was good, as well and as always, thanks for watching!

[@julianorozco2017]

Got mine in 2021, my lease is almost up and am gonna end up buying it at a residual value of $27k. Not bad at all

[@miraditamutunga1232]

It's either this car or the rsq3 2021 😍😍😍

[@AutoAcademics]

Happy shopping, Miradi Tamutunga, and thanks for watching!

[@toddwatkins9666]

Not a bad entry level whip.....not bad at all....digging the matte paint ...it works with that jawn!! Dope video!!

[@AutoAcademics]

We agree, Todd Watkins. Thanks for watching!

[@AutoAcademics]

By the way, are you from Philly? Haven't heard "jawn" in quite a while.👍🏾

[@toddwatkins9666]

@@AutoAcademics YUP.... I’m 15 mins from Philly S. Jersey grew up in Camden....LOVE when ppl pick up the vernacular !!!!!! 👊🏾

[@AutoAcademics]

@@toddwatkins9666 Nice! Chris grew up in NE Philly. He said, "That jawn was hot!" 😂 Go Birds 🦅 and thanks for watching!

[@toddwatkins9666]

@@AutoAcademics YOOOO THATS CRAZY!!!! I was thinking Chris has the Philly swag too!!!! That’s TOOOO crazy!!! 🤙🏾👊🏾

[@bbrownasu]

Whaaaat? She thought it was 60K? Yeah you've done a ton of reviews so I can see how with some of the lower end brands having a high MSRP.

[@AutoAcademics]

Yup. Dude, that car definitely looked like it could be 60k. 😅 It was really nice. Hope you guys had a good holiday!

[@bbrownasu]

@@AutoAcademics yeah man it was great stay safe man and thanks for the auto academia!!! Much needed info!

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

With all due respect Chris...entry level or not. Hyundai Kona has cup holders and an arm rest in the back. You probably meant to say Mercedes and all the other German brands are taking an arm and a leg for that option?

[@AutoAcademics]

That's why we had to mention it, Enforcer1975. While this was a wonderful vehicle that I could drive every day, there are definitely values out there. Thanks for watching!

[@jadehunter-sonowyoucook]

Great video!

[@daphnetyus462]

Shiny paint job for me

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching!

[@fac1n]

there is an armrest in the back if you select it with your car.

[@AutoAcademics]

True. Unfortunately, this particular car didn't have the rear armrest, though. Thanks for sharing and for watching, Simon Sez.

[@BrianBuehler]

I love that matte paint

[@AutoAcademics]

We're with you, Brian Buehler. Thanks for watching!

[@jenniannie]

No m-b should have put in cup holders in the back!

[@bbrownasu]

Yeah 48K isn't terrible for that. Its just the 4 cylinder that breaks that deal

[@AutoAcademics]

Yeah, on paper it definitely messes with your mind. But on the road, you kind of forget it's that small.

[@artagain8977]

So what compact suv can you buy for $48k that has a 6 cylinder?

[@coolstuffunboxings1127]

Still better than the GLB.

[@AutoAcademics]

We agree, CoolStuff Unboxings. Thanks for watching!

[@Torsee]

To quote an old TopGear presenter. You get this Benz when.. Your life just didn’t pan out the way you thought it would! 😂 Hate this new trend matte paint...of course if it wher me all cars would be wildly painted like LowRiders!

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! That's a great quote, Torsee. And with a paint job like that, the car would be in a totally different price range.😅

[@baldheadlogic]

Hey Chris. This is a nice MB hatch. For real room and cargo space, the GLB is the starting point.

[@AutoAcademics]

You're right, canonlybeme4life. The GLB is definitely more functional, but this GLA looks sweet, IMO. 😎 Thats the nice part about luxury, tho. Plenty of choice. Good that hear from you!

[@user-zp2lq5rr8z]

Shiny. 5:08 pm

[@clarissacastro6552]

Hey does it have a spare tire????? Seriously you don’t even try to show the rear cover. Geez

[@3liberte1]

Mat

[@XX-166]

Just because it wears a Mercedes emblem and dull paint doesn’t make it good.

[@AutoAcademics]

😂 Guess that one way to describe it, X X. But when compared to many entry-level vehicles from luxury brands, this one was done well. Thanks for watching!

[@XX-166]

@@AutoAcademics true ,but well done is all in the eyes of the perspective buyer.

[@AutoAcademics]

@@XX-166 That's true, as well. Always good to have options.

[@djjazm]

That had to be the least impressive sounding engine I've ever heard reviewed.

[@AutoAcademics]

Yeah. It definitely runs better than it sounds, Dee Jay. Thanks for watching!

[@paulm6481]

Lol at this vehicle. Get a RAV4 and destroys this pretender in every aspect. It will cost about 30,000 out the door. Listen to that horrible junk Benz engine noise. It will break down in no time. Stay away from lowest end of any brand.

[@AutoAcademics]

The RAV4 is a fantastic car, Paul M. But if you have to have a Benz and can only afford their entry-level stuff, this GLA plays the role well. Thanks for watching!