Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 5 recorded runs

Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 5 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class is the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus), which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.00 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.50 seconds at 111.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class is the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics), which took 5.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 13.80 seconds at 98.5 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.74 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.36 seconds at 103.06 mph.

Fastest 0–60 4.00sec 2018 GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus) · stock
Average 0–60 4.74sec Across 5 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 13.36sec @ 103.1 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 5.10sec 2024 GLA35 4MATIC
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class

Across 5 verified runs, the Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class ranges from 4.00 to 5.10 seconds 0–60, with a 4.74-second average.

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Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class Performance Overview

Mercedes-AMG’s GLA-Class performance profile spans 2018 to 2024 in this test set, covering 5 verified tests across the hot-compact crossover’s two AMG eras. The recorded story begins with the X156 generation, where the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus) established the model’s quickest benchmark at 4.0 seconds to 60 mph and a 12.5-second quarter-mile at 111 mph. That first phase centered on the turbocharged M133 2.0-liter gasoline four, rated here at 375 hp, and in the available data it remains the outright peak for the badge.

The H247 generation, introduced for 2021 and represented here through 2024, shifted to the turbocharged M260 2.0-liter gasoline four with 302 hp in tested GLA35 4MATIC form. Performance eased slightly but stayed within the same general bracket: the 2021 GLA35 4MATIC ran 0-60 in 5.0 seconds, the 2022 GLA35 4MATIC in 4.9 seconds, and the 2024 GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics) posted the current-generation best of 4.7 seconds, while another 2024 GLA35 recorded 5.1 seconds. Across the full sample, the AMG GLA remains a gasoline-only, turbocharged lineup averaging 4.74 seconds to 60 mph and 13.36 seconds in the quarter-mile.

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Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class 0–60 Times by Generation: X156 to H247

2 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
H247 2021–present 4.93s 4.70s — 2024 GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics) 4 The H247 generation (2021–present) averaged 4.93 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2024 GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics) at 4.70 seconds. Output was 302 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
X156 2015–2020 4.00s 4.00s — 2018 GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus) 1 The X156 generation (2015–2020) averaged 4.00 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus) at 4.00 seconds. Output was 375 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
H247 2021–present
Avg 0–60 4.93s
Fastest 4.70s
Tests 4
2024 GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics)
The H247 generation (2021–present) averaged 4.93 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2024 GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics) at 4.70 seconds. Output was 302 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
X156 2015–2020
Avg 0–60 4.00s
Fastest 4.00s
Tests 1
2018 GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus)
The X156 generation (2015–2020) averaged 4.00 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus) at 4.00 seconds. Output was 375 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
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Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

5 tests · 3 years

2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.57 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#02
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics)
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 102.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
102.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
302 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,625 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 28 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Crossover
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#2 of 5
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics)
#03
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC
4.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.50s ¼ mi @ 102.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.50 sec
Trap Speed
102.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
302 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,627 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 28 H / 27.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Crossover
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#3 of 5
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC
#05
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics)
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 98.5 mph
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
98.5 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
302 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,625 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 28 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Crossover
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#5 of 5
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC (AMG Aerodynamics)

2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.60 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#04
2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC
5.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.60s ¼ mi @ 101.8 mph
0–60 mph
5.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.60 sec
Trap Speed
101.8 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
302 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,616 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Crossover
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#4 of 5
2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA35 4MATIC

2018 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#01
2018 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus)
4.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 111.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
111.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
375 hp
Torque
350 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,450 lbs
Power-to-Weight
9.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 28 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Crossover
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#1 of 5
2018 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class GLA45 4MATIC (Dynamic Plus)

How we verify Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class performance FAQs

10 questions
For 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class tests, the recorded 0-60 range runs from 4.7 to 5.1 seconds. The quickest 2024 run is the GLA35 4MATIC with AMG Aerodynamics at 4.7 seconds, while another GLA35 4MATIC test came in at 4.9 seconds. Across all 2024 runs on record, the GLA-Class stays in the high-4-second range.
The fastest Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class on record is the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC with Dynamic Plus, which reaches 60 mph in 4.0 seconds. It is also the quickest quarter-mile GLA-Class tested, running 12.5 seconds at 111 mph. That makes it the benchmark performer across all verified AMG GLA-Class runs.
The fastest stock Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class on record is the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC with Dynamic Plus at 4.0 seconds from 0-60 mph. Its modification status is stock, so there is no need to separate it from tuned or non-production builds. It also leads the model line in quarter-mile performance at 12.5 seconds and 111 mph.
The Mercedes-AMG GLA35 4MATIC has been recorded from 4.9 to 5.1 seconds to 60 mph in current tests, depending on configuration and source. The standard 2024 GLA35 4MATIC ran 4.9 seconds, while the GLA35 4MATIC with AMG Aerodynamics has posted both 4.7- and 5.1-second runs. Across all GLA35 runs, the average is 4.95 seconds.
The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA35 4MATIC has recorded 0-60 times of 4.9 seconds in standard form and 4.7 to 5.1 seconds in AMG Aerodynamics specification. All recorded 2024 GLA35 models use a 302-hp turbocharged M260 engine, AWD, and gasoline power. The quickest current-year result is 4.7 seconds.
The quickest result favors the GLA35 4MATIC with AMG Aerodynamics, which has a best recorded 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds. The standard GLA35 4MATIC’s recorded run is 4.9 seconds. However, the AMG Aerodynamics version also has a slower 5.1-second result, so the package shows a wider spread even though the best pass is quicker.
The H247 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class, covering 2021 and newer models, averages 4.93 seconds from 0-60 mph across 4 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 4.7 seconds from the 2024 GLA35 4MATIC with AMG Aerodynamics. Every H247 AMG GLA-Class on record uses a turbocharged gasoline powertrain, with output listed at 302 hp.
The fastest H247 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class on record is the 2024 GLA35 4MATIC with AMG Aerodynamics at 4.7 seconds from 0-60 mph. That makes it the quickest second-generation AMG GLA-Class tested so far. Across the H247 generation, 0-60 times average 4.93 seconds over 4 verified runs.
The X156 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class, sold from 2015 to 2020, is represented by a 4.0-second 0-60 result from the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC with Dynamic Plus. That is both the average and the best for the generation because there is 1 recorded X156 test. Output for that generation entry is listed at 375 hp.
Across 5 Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class tests, the average quarter-mile time is 13.36 seconds at 103.1 mph. The quickest run belongs to the 2018 GLA45 4MATIC with Dynamic Plus, which covered the quarter-mile in 12.5 seconds at 111 mph. For 2024 GLA35 models, quarter-mile times range from 13.4 to 13.8 seconds.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-AMG GLA-Class can do, not a single marketing claim.

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