What to Know About Locally Assembled Mercedes A250 AMG and GLA 250 AMG

Mercedes-Benz introduces two new models that are perfectly suited for city driving

Mercedes-Benz recently launched two new compact cars: The A250 AMG Line sedan and GLA 250 AMG Line SUV. The two new cars are among the Stuttgart based automaker’s best-selling models and they are now locally assembled in Pekan, Pahang.

Leading the charge for the new A-Class is the A250 AMG, a compact sedan that offers high-performance, extra sporty handling, and stylish aesthetics all in one package. If you're looking for a premium luxury SUV with larger dimensions complete with an impressive boot space, the GLA 250 AMG fits the bill perfectly.

Here's what you need to know about Mercedes-Benz's latest models.

The A250 AMG Sedan Possesses Great Power

Photo 1 of 3 Mercedes A250 AMG

Photo 2 of 3 The A250 AMG's silhouette reveals a classic sports sedan

Photo 3 of 3 The design features aggressive angles that gives it a contemporary yet sporty look

The A250 AMG offers the allure of a luxury compact sedan with aggressive angles for that sporty yet sophisticated look. The latest A-Class sedan maintains its avant-garde looks with the three-pointed star at the front being the central attraction. With the AMG Line, it clearly signals that this sedan means business and performance, both inside and out. The AMG body styling comes with special front and rear aprons that make it look more like Mercedes-Benz's AMG models.

The side profile looks dynamic yet timelessly elegant as it shows off the A250 AMG’s sports sedan proportions, featuring a long nose and short tail. In addition, the sedan rides on 18-inch AMG alloy wheels and is engineered with a lowered, sportily tuned suspension for dynamic handling.

Under the bonnet, the A250 AMG is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that generates a decent amount of output for a compact car. It is rated to have a max output of 165 kW (224 hp) at 5,500rpm and a peak torque of 350 Nm at 1800rpm. All this power enables the sedan to complete a 0-100km/h sprint in just 6.3 seconds and a top speed of 250km/h.

The A250 AMG's High Tech Interior Boasts Superior Comfort

Photo 1 of 3 The wing-shaped main body of the dashboard extends from one front door to the other, giving it a sense of continuity

Photo 2 of 3 The seats sport red stitching to denote its AMG identity

Photo 3 of 3 Navigating the in-car infotainment system is made easy thanks to the touch controls

Mercedes-Benz has revolutionised the A250 AMG's interior design by taking some cues from its mainstream models. It retains its metal decor, flat-bottomed steering wheel, alloy pedal, and ambient lighting as well as power-adjustable front seats with a memory function. The feature stores not only your seat position but also your side-view mirror position and your steering wheel position in its memory.

The wing-shaped main body of the dashboard extends from one front door to the other, giving it a sense of continuity. In line with the sedan’s sporty exterior, even the air vents look like turbines.

Rounding out the smart features is MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) with twin 12.3-inch displays that enhance the ability of the driver to access all the crucial functions of the car from navigation, entertainment to changing the dynamic driving modes.

Other convenient features include keyless entry, push-button start, auto lights and wipers, blind spot monitoring, park assist, and a reverse camera.

The GLA 250 AMG is Not Your Average Compact SUV

Photo 1 of 3 Mercedes GLA 250 AMG

Photo 2 of 3 The compact SUV rides on 19-inch wheels that raises its height and gives it a commanding presence

Photo 3 of 3 Featuring clear contours with reduced lines and accentuated planes it looks attractive from any angle

Featuring a poised and commanding appearance thanks to its distinctive AMG-inspired grille and AMG body styling with the AMG rear apron that reinforces its attractive sporty appearance, the front section flows over the A-pillar into the visually compact greenhouse.

Riding on 19-inch size wheels to get around, the GLA 250 AMG is ideal for city life as it has a shorter length and is compact enough to get into tight parking spots as well as navigate narrow lanes. It helps that it gets a lower and dynamically tuned suspension that enhances the overall driving experience.

It comes powered by an M260 2.0 litre-turbocharged four-cylinder engine that is rated to deliver 224 PS at 5,500 rpm and 350 Nm of torque. The SUV comes with a new eight-speed DCT and can make the century sprint in a brisk 6.9 seconds, hitting a top speed of 240km/h.

GLA 250 AMG's Spacious Interior Comes With Room for More

Photo 1 of 3 The interior of the cockpit is similar to the A250 AMG, offering an aesthetically pleasing layout

Photo 2 of 3 There is plenty of legroom in the back for passengers and the rear back seats can be folded down to expand the boot space

Photo 3 of 3 The GLA 250 AMG has a decent boot volumeof 435 litre that is easily accessible

Inside, the new GLA offers a spacious interior that combines a sense of space, high tech and sportiness. The driver's cockpit offers a flowing modern design with the familiar MBUX infotainment system with twin 10.25-inch instruments and infotainment displays. The sport seats offer optimal comfort behind the sports steering wheel with a flattened bottom section that is made of fine Nappa leather.

You will find sports front seats and light longitudinal-grain aluminium trim. The compact SUV has a flat-bottomed steering wheel, paddle shifters and AMG illuminated tread plates as well as a remote engine start function. The elevated seating position for both the driver and front passenger is both higher and more upright than previous models.

As a compact SUV, you get the best of both worlds. The GLA 250 AMG’s is great for ferrying people and for hauling large items when the need arises. The 435-litre boot is generously large and can be expanded even more thanks to the rear back seats being able to fold down individually in a 40:20:40 split.

Above Unveiling the new, locally assembled GLA 250 AMG and A250 AMG side in Kuala Lumpur

As part of the model refresh, Mercedes-Benz offers the new A250 AMG and GLA 250 AMG at RM249,888 and RM278,888 respectively (inclusive of five per cent sales tax). For more information, visit Mercedes-Benz’s official website.

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4 Things to Know About the New Mercedes A250 AMG and GLA 250 AMG

The A250 AMG Sedan Possesses Great Power

The A250 AMG's High Tech Interior Boasts Superior Comfort

The GLA 250 AMG is Not Your Average Compact SUV

GLA 250 AMG's Spacious Interior Comes With Room for More