GLA45, GLA35 AMG (X156, H247) 2014 - present (two generations)

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Old Oct 15, 2018 | 10:18 AM
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I'm considering either a GLA 250 or 45 AMG.... really wish there was something 'in-between'. Would love the extra power/handling of the AMG but this would be a daily driver and I've read some reviews that suggest that it's stiff, exhaust pops/crackles... all cool but as this would be shared with the wife and we will be taking some fairly long trips (need comfortable) so I'd like to have more of a stealth sleeper then flashy showoff. Previously I had a 2006 Porsche Cayman S and was able to configure it nicely for both, selected wheels/tires that would be a bit more forgiving as well as the adaptive suspension that in 'comfort' plus engine in 'sport' was the perfect combination. Any thoughts? Experiences? Thanks/
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Old Oct 16, 2018 | 11:42 AM
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Macan is the answer for you.

250 is **** vs. 45 huge difference.
i drove 250 as a loaner and will never get one.
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Old Oct 20, 2018 | 01:14 PM
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there will be a A35 coming, I assume a GLA35 as well in the next couple years

Get the GLA45...its a riot.. gets decent mileage and is fun.. motortrend did GLA45 vs Macan turbo...GLA45 was the clear winner..

Honestly.. get a GLC300 or 43
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Old Feb 20, 2019 | 10:34 PM
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So a GLA45 AMG is better than a Macan? wow any other pros for the Benz? Macans look pretty good ....
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Old Oct 7, 2019 | 03:39 PM
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GLC43 maybe? Not big but not small either. Not tons of space but not as small as a GLA. Not fast but not slow.
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