The GLA220 has been built on two different platforms: the older X156, a raised hatchback shape sold to 2020, and the newer H247 that replaced it with a taller, more conventional SUV body. Both use a turbocharged 2.0-litre four.
How much does a used Mercedes GLA220 cost in the UAE?
Expect around AED null for an older X156 rising to AED null for a newer H247, with the taller, newer body commanding the higher end of that range.
Which used Mercedes GLA220 year should you buy?
An H247 car, from 2020 onward, gives you a genuine SUV driving position and more cabin space than the older hatchback-based GLA. The X156 is the more affordable route into the badge if the older shape and lower seating position do not bother you.
How long does a Mercedes GLA220 last?
The GLA220s we inspect in the UAE run a median of around 86,000 km, moderate for the age of these cars and consistent with normal daily use rather than heavy wear.
What else should you know about the Mercedes GLA220?
A Toyota Land Cruiser costs more but shows less prior body or panel repair in our checks, at 35% against the 45% we would expect for SUVs of this age and mileage. An Audi Q7 is a larger alternative that carries more mechanical faults, at 35% against the 24% we would expect for SUVs of the same age and mileage. A Nissan Patrol is a much bigger vehicle for a different kind of buyer, with fewer mechanical faults at 11% against the 19% we would expect for the same class.
What to check on a used Mercedes GLA220
- Turbo response and boost on higher-mileage cars.
- Dual-clutch gearbox behaviour in stop-start traffic.
- MBUX and electronics function on a full cold start.
- Full service history at a Mercedes-approved workshop.
- Tyre wear and alignment across all four corners.
Check the CarSwitch inspection report before you buy — it confirms exactly which generation and condition you are getting.