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Decision summary
Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Chery Tiggo V: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
GLA
Tiggo V
Maximum Power
GLA120 kW
Tiggo V-
Maximum Torque
GLA270 Nm
Tiggo V-
Engine Size
GLA1332 cc
Tiggo V-
Combined Fuel Economy
GLA15.2 km/l
Tiggo V-
Ground Clearance
GLA143 mm
Tiggo V220 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Mercedes-Benz GLA
GLA 200
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Model Introduced Year
2026
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Generation
Current South African GLA generation represented by derivative GLA 200
Upcoming first South African-market Chery Tiggo V family and leisure SUV; final retail derivative matrix pending
Facelift History
Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
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Facelift Launched Since
Current South African model cycle
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
Suv
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Current South African retail range
upcoming
Segment
Premium SUV
Three-row family SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger Car
Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Length
4412 mm
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Width
1834 mm
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Height
1616 mm
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Wheelbase
2729 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
143 mm
220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
43 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
435 l
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Kerb Weight
1650 kg
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2000 kg
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Payload Capacity
550 kg
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Towing Capacity
2000 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
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Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
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Front Headroom
960 mm
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Rear Headroom
960 mm
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Front Legroom
900 mm
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Rear Legroom
900 mm
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Engine
1332/L4
Chery sixth-generation CSH hybrid system
Engine Code
M282
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Fuel Type
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid System
48V Mild Hybrid
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Engine Displacement
1332 cc
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Cylinders
4
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Cylinder Layout
Inline
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Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves per Cylinder
4
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Aspiration
Turbocharged
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Fuel System
Direct injection
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Compression Ratio
10.6:1
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Bore
72.2 mm
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Stroke
81.4 mm
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Maximum Power
120 kW
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Maximum Torque
270 Nm
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Combined Power
120 kW
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Combined Torque
270 Nm
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Motor Type
48 V integrated starter-generator
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Number of Motors
1
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Motor Location
Integrated with transmission / rear axle depending on hybrid system
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Drive Type
FWD
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Transmission
8-Speed DCT
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Top Speed
210 km/h
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0-100 km/h
8.9 sec
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Quarter Mile
15.0 sec
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Drive Modes
Comfort, Sport, Individual
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Launch Control
No
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Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
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Battery Type
0
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Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
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Electric Range
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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Regenerative Braking
No
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Gearbox
8-Speed DCT
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Drivetrain Layout
FWD
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LSD Available
No
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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Differential Lock
No
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Paddle Shifters
Yes
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Final Drive Ratio
Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
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Number of Gears
8
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Transmission Type
8-Speed DCT
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Clutch Type
Dual-clutch
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Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic with manual shift mode
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Drivetrain
FWD
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4WD Engagement
No
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4WD Hi Range
0
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4WD Lo Range
0
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4WD Selector
No
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
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Front Differential Lock
No
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Gearbox Type
8-Speed DCT
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Low Range Ratio
0
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Low Range
0
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Axle Layout
Driven axle configuration: FWD
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Rear Differential Lock
No
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Transmission Speeds
8
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Claimed Mileage
15.2 km/l
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City Mileage
15.2 km/l
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Highway Mileage
15.2 km/l
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Fuel Tank Capacity
66 l
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Emission Standard
Euro 6
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
0 l
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Auto Start Stop
Yes
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Real-world Mileage
15.2 km/l
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Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
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Charging Type
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Litres
66
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Combined Driving Range
0
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Electric Consumption
0
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Range Real World Highway
0 km
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Range Real World Mixed
0 km
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Airbags
7
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ABS
Yes
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Electronic Stability Control
Yes
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Traction Control
Yes
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Hill Descent Control
Yes
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Hill Start Assist
Yes
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Child Safety Lock
Yes
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ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
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Brake Assist
Ventilated disc brakes
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
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Engine Immobiliser
Yes
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
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Front Parking Sensors
Front and rear
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AEB
Ventilated disc brakes
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BA
Yes
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Brake Override System
Ventilated disc brakes
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Curtain Airbags
Yes
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Driver Airbag
Yes
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EBD
Yes
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Engine Immobiliser
Yes
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Hill Hold
Yes
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Passenger Airbag
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
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Seatbelt Reminder
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
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Side Airbags
Yes
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Stability Control
Yes
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TCS
Yes
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Knee Airbag
Yes
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ABS EBD
Yes
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Lane Keep Assist
Yes
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Lane Departure Warning
Yes
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
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Parking Sensors
Front and rear
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Rear View Camera
Yes
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360 Degree Camera
Yes
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Ventilated disc brakes
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
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Auto Highbeam
Yes
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Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
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Rear Parking Sensors
Front and rear
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Reverse Camera
Yes
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
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Park Assist
Yes
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Around View Monitor
Yes
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Blind Spot Warning
Yes
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Forward Collision Warning
Yes
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Seat Material
ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
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Heated Seats
Front heated seats
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Ventilated Seats
Model/option dependent
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Ambient Lighting
64-colour ambient lighting
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Steering Wheel Material
Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
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60 40 Split Seat
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment with memory
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment with memory
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Seat Trim
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Independent air conditioning for all three rows
Power Windows
Yes
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Keyless Entry
KEYLESS-GO
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Push Button Start
Yes
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Wireless Charging
Yes
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Sunroof
Panoramic sliding sunroof
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Electric Tailgate
Yes
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
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AC Type
Automatic climate control
Independent air conditioning for all three rows
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control
Independent air conditioning for all three rows
Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Infotainment System
MBUX multimedia system
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Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
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Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
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Number of Speakers
13
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Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3-inch digital instrument display
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USB Ports
USB-C ports
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Infotainment Screen
MBUX multimedia system
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Touchscreen
MBUX multimedia system
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
LED Headlamps
LED High Performance headlamps
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Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
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Fog Lamps
Integrated LED all-weather lighting
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Roof Rails
Yes
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Exterior Colour Options
Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment
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Headlights
LED High Performance headlamps
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Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic sliding sunroof
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
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Departure Angle
Not Applicable
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Wading Depth
Not Applicable
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Terrain Modes
Off-road mode
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Locking Differential
No
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4WD System Type
No
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Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Tyre Size
255/45 R20
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Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
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Rear Brake Type
Disc
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Spare Wheel Type
20-inch alloy wheels
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Wheel Rim Size
20
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Handbrake Type
Ventilated disc brakes
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Run Flat Tyres
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Standard
Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Front Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
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Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
CO2 Emissions
165 g/km
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Service Plan
5 Years / 100000 km
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Ownership Role
Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded.
Upcoming South African family and leisure vehicle
Price Zar
901887 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current South African retail price
Announced price not publicly listed
Starting Price
1050000
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Starting Price Zar
1050000
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Spec
GLA
Tiggo V
Warranty
5 Years / 100000 km
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In depth: how these cars differ
This GLA and Tiggo V comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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What the evidence means
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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