2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA Specifications Overview

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA is certified across 4 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AM7). EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Midsize Station Wagons size category.

Engine / Motors
2L
2L 4-Cylinder Engine
Drivetrain Options
3 Drivetrains
Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
AM7
Automatic (AM7)
Vehicle Classification
Small SUV 2WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (4)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
GLA250 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM7) Front-Wheel Drive Premium
GLA250 4matic Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM7) 4-Wheel Drive Premium or E85
GLA250 4matic Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM7) Part-time 4-Wheel Drive Premium
AMG GLA45 4matic Midsize Station Wagons 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM7) 4-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
  • Midsize Station Wagons

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

Standard passenger body configuration

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.