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Kelley Blue Book’s Best Buy Awards for 2021: Here Are KBB’s Choices

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Derek Boshouwers
The magazine makes its picks for the Best Buys in 16 car, SUV and truck categories

Subcompact luxury SUV: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA | Photo: V.Aubé

Largely new for 2021, the GLA from the Silver Star automaker nips the four-ringed Q3 in this segment. KBB agrees with the consensus view that for 2021, Mercedes seems to have decided it was going to offer true luxury and quality right from its entry-level models on. The new GLA is thus roomier than before despite being a little shorter, and inside is an environment offering both style and substance. The model also delivers on the road.

What KBB liked:

- Modern looks
- The complex but marvelous multimedia system
- 10.25-inch infotainment screen
- Quality everywhere
- Powerful engine to go with the lightweight structure
- Solid chassis makes for impressive handling

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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA, profile
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA, profile | Photo: V.Aubé
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA, interior
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA, interior | Photo: V.Aubé
Derek Boshouwers
Derek Boshouwers
Automotive expert
  • Over 8 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 50 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 30 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists