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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Volkswagen Transporter Kombi: 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.
GLA starts ZAR 200,913 cheaperGLA from ZAR 901,887 · Transporter Kombi from ZAR 1,102,800
Five key differences
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Specification
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Maximum Power
GLA120 kW
Transporter Kombi110 kW
Maximum Torque
GLA270 Nm
Transporter Kombi360 Nm
Engine Size
GLA1332 cc
Transporter Kombi1968 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
GLA15.2 km/l
Transporter Kombi13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
GLA143 mm
Transporter Kombi150 mm
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Mercedes-Benz GLA
GLA 200
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South African GLA generation represented by derivative GLA 200
Current South African Transporter Kombi listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
Current South African model cycle
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Suv
MPV
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
Current South African retail range
published
Segment
Premium SUV
MPV
Vehicle Type
SUV
MPV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Tare Mass Kg
-
2139 kg
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Length
4412 mm
5050 mm
Width
1834 mm
2032 mm
Height
1616 mm
1975 mm
Wheelbase
2729 mm
3100 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
143 mm
150 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
43 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
435 l
-
Kerb Weight
1650 kg
2139 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2000 kg
3075 kg
Payload Capacity
550 kg
936 kg
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
8 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
11.8 m
Front Headroom
960 mm
-
Rear Headroom
960 mm
-
Front Legroom
900 mm
-
Rear Legroom
900 mm
-
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Engine
1332/L4
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
M282
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
48V Mild Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1332 cc
1968 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Direct injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
72.2 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
81.4 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
120 kW
110 kW
Maximum Torque
270 Nm
360 Nm
Combined Power
120 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
270 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
48 V integrated starter-generator
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
1
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Integrated with transmission / rear axle depending on hybrid system
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Transmission
8-Speed DCT
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
210 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
15.0 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Comfort, Sport, Individual
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
51.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
168.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
0
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
No
Not Applicable
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Gearbox
8-Speed DCT
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
4x4
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
8
Transmission Type
8-Speed DCT
Automatic
Clutch Type
Dual-clutch
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic with manual shift mode
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
4x4
4WD Engagement
No
Available
4WD Hi Range
0
Available
4WD Lo Range
0
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
No
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-Speed DCT
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
0
Not Applicable
Low Range
0
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
Driven axle configuration: FWD
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
8
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Claimed Mileage
15.2 km/l
13.2 km/l
City Mileage
15.2 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.2 km/l
15.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
66 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
0 l
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
15.2 km/l
13.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
66
55 l
Combined Driving Range
0
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
0
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
0 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
0 km
Not Applicable
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Airbags
7
Front airbags
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Brake Assist
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Not Available
AEB
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
BA
Yes
Not Available
Brake Override System
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Not Available
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
TCS
Yes
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Yes
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Seat Material
ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Front heated seats
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Model/option dependent
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
64-colour ambient lighting
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment with memory
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment with memory
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Transporter Kombi grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Not Available
Power Windows
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
KEYLESS-GO
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Not Available
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
transporter-kombi
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Infotainment System
MBUX multimedia system
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Number of Speakers
13
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3-inch digital instrument display
Not Applicable
USB Ports
USB-C ports
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
MBUX multimedia system
Not Available
Touchscreen
MBUX multimedia system
Not Available
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
LED Headlamps
LED High Performance headlamps
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Integrated LED all-weather lighting
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment
3
Headlights
LED High Performance headlamps
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic sliding sunroof
Not Available
Body Type
-
MPV
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Off-road mode
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
No
Four-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
150 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
150 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Tyre Size
255/45 R20
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
20-inch alloy wheels
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
20
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Ventilated disc brakes
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Front Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
CO2 Emissions
165 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Service Plan
5 Years / 100000 km
Not Available
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
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.
South Africa market model
Price Zar
901887 ZAR
1342400 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African retail price
Active local lineup
Starting Price
1050000
1342400
Starting Price Zar
1050000
1342400
Spec
GLA
Transporter Kombi
Warranty
5 Years / 100000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This GLA and Transporter Kombi 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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Related comparisons
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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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