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PREDICTIONEngine Major
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Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Transmission Major
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Electrical
Climate System
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WORSE BETTERMercedes-Benz GLA
Essentially a raised hatchback version of the CLA sedan, the GLA
performed better in our tests than its sibling. It got 26 mpg overall
from the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder. But the seven-speed dual-
clutch automatic is unrefined, and power delivery is uneven. This
makes the GLA feel lethargic at first, then power comes on abruptly.
Handling is nimble, but the ride is stiff and the cabin is loud.
Visibility, particularly to the rear, is poor, and headroom is snug.
Available safety features include forward collision warning, auto-
matic emergency braking, and blind spot warning. A front-wheel-
drive version and a high-performance 375-hp GLA45 are available.
The infotainment system is complicated and takes time to master but
now features compatibility with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.Overall Score 64
Predicted Reliability 04
Owner Satisfaction 02
Road-Test Score 70
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 03Base Price: $33,950-$53,350
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: 250, 45 AMG
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (208 hp);
2.0-liter 4 turbo (375 hp)
Transmissions: 7-speed sequentialLength (in.)..................... 174
Width (in.) ......................71
Height (in.) ..................... 60
Wheelbase (in.) .................106
Weight (lb.) ..................3,535
% weight front/rear .......... 60/40Max. Load (lb.) .................795
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 23
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CR overall mpg ..................26 Better than average16 17 18
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04Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The E-Class delivers good fuel economy and is more nimble than the
previous generation, but it dials back on ride comfort, interior room,
and user-friendliness. The E300’s 241-hp turbo four-cylinder engine
that we tested returned a commendable 24 mpg with the nine-speed
automatic transmission. It’s been replaced by a 255-hp version for- The car is quiet and handles with impressive agility. Though
the ride is mostly comfortable, it isn’t as plush as in the last genera-
tion and the suspension struggles to smother impacts from some
potholes. The controls are complicated. Even adjusting the lumbar
support is a multi-step process done through the central controller
and screen, which is too distracting. Partial automation gives the
E-Class the ability to follow the road and steer itself temporarily as a
driver assist system.
Overall Score 65
Predicted Reliability 02
Owner Satisfaction 03
Road-Test Score 85
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05Base Price: $53,500-$108,850
Body Styles: convertible; coupe;
sedan; wagon
Trim Lines: AMG E53, AMG E63 S,
E350, E450
Drive Wheels: Rear, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (255 hp);
3.0-liter V6 turbo (362 hp); 3.0-liter
6 turbo (429 hp); 4.0-liter V8 turbo
(603 hp)
Transmissions: 9-speed automaticLength (in.)..................... 194
Width (in.) ......................73
Height (in.) ......................57
Wheelbase (in.) .................116
Weight (lb.) ..................4,030
% weight front/rear ...........54/46Max. Load (lb.) ............... 1,070
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 16
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CR overall mpg ..................24 Worse than average05 05 50
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