by AMG Takes on the Electric GLA
AMG is actively working on creating a sports version of Mercedes’ smallest electric SUV – the GLA. The next generation of this model will be available with both electric and hybrid engines, and the top versions from AMG may receive a three-engine system with a power of about 500 hp.
Electrification Plans
Although attention was previously focused on flagship electric AMG models, such as the SUV and the four-door coupe competing with the Porsche Taycan, the Mercedes division is also actively developing compact models. The new GLA EQ is built on the same platform as the CLA sedan, CLA station wagon, and the future GLB, which will allow it to be offered in hybrid and electric versions.
Exterior and Technical Features
Fresh spy shots taken near the German Mercedes development center show an AMG version of the GLA with larger forged wheels and powerful brake calipers. This indicates significant power that needs to be controlled.
Compared to the regular GLA, this version has larger forged AMG wheels and powerful brake calipers, which will help restrain the high power.
Technical Expectations
Although exact technical details have not yet been confirmed, standard GLA versions are expected to receive a two-engine all-wheel-drive system with 349 hp and 515 Nm of torque. Their battery may have a capacity of 85 kWh with the ability to fast charge up to 320 kW.
AMG Power and Innovations
AMG versions of the GLA EQ, planned for release in 2027, could develop over 500 hp thanks to a three-engine system. This will provide advanced torque vectoring capabilities and a drift mode. The use of compact and lightweight engines from the British company Yasa, owned by Mercedes, will allow for high power density.
Even more interesting, according to the same data, the power will be provided by three electric motors to give the AMG models advanced torque vectoring capabilities and a drift mode.
The electrification of compact models like the GLA opens up new opportunities for combining environmental friendliness and high performance. The use of advanced technologies, including Yasa engines, could make these cars competitive not only in power but also in efficiency. This also shows how Mercedes is adapting its traditional AMG values to the demands of the modern market, where there is growing demand for electric vehicles with dynamic characteristics.
