2026-07-22 · 5 min read
Mercedes-Benz GLA Generations — X156 vs H247 Malaysia Guide
X156 (2014–2020): M270 engine, 7DCT, boxy SUV proportions. H247 (2020+): M260/M264, 8DCT, modern design, MBUX, wider track. Second generation is significantly more refined — which to buy in Malaysia.
Two GLA generations in Malaysia. Significant differences in platform, engine and transmission between X156 and H247.
GLA X156 (2013–2020)
- Based on W176 A-Class (older A-Class platform)
- GLA 200: M270 (1.3T or 2.0T), 7DCT or 7G-Tronic
- GLA 250 4MATIC: M270 2.0T, 7DCT with rear clutch unit
- Oil: MB 229.5 (older M270) or MB 229.51 (newer M270 1.3T)
GLA H247 (2020+)
- Based on W177 A-Class (same platform as current A-Class and CLA C118)
- GLA 200: M260 2.0T (or M270 in some markets), 7DCT, MB 229.6
- GLA 250 4MATIC: M264 2.0T, 7DCT, MBUX screen, more ADAS features
- Maintenance spec matches W177 A-Class exactly