Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA: X156 AMG Facelift vs H247 Facelift
Verdict
This is a straight new-versus-outgoing AMG GLA call. The X156 is the sharper performance buy on numbers: 381 hp, 475 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. The H247 gives away 79 hp and 0.8 seconds, but it is wider, much taller, has a 30 mm longer wheelbase, a 435-litre boot, AEB and a four-year warranty. For a Malaysian buyer, the H247’s RM45,000 lower price matters because it also brings newer packaging, not just a slower AMG badge.
X156 AMG Facelift
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA X156 AMG Facelift if you want the quicker outgoing AMG GLA, with 381 hp, 475 Nm and 4.4 seconds to 100 km/h mattering more than warranty length.
H247 Facelift
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA H247 Facelift if you want the newer CKD car with AEB, a four-year warranty, 435-litre boot and lower RM363,888 price.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA X156 AMG Facelift RM408,888 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA H247 Facelift RM363,888
- Power and torque: 381 hp/475 Nm vs 302 hp/400 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: 4.4 seconds vs 5.2 seconds; top speed is 250 km/h for both
- Size: 4,445/1,804/1,494 mm vs 4,410/1,834/1,611 mm
- Wheelbase and boot: 2,699 mm/421 litres vs 2,729 mm/435 litres
- Safety and warranty: no AEB/2 years vs AEB/4 years; airbags are 7 for both
X156 AMG Facelift
- Much stronger 381 hp and 475 Nm output
- Quicker 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 56-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM45,000 more
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Shorter two-year warranty
H247 Facelift
- Cheaper by RM45,000
- Has auto emergency braking
- Longer wheelbase and bigger 435-litre boot
- Lower 302 hp and 400 Nm output
- Slower 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 43-litre fuel tank
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 408,888 | RM 363,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing and lift | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbocharger with Mild Hybrid Assistance and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 381 hp✓ | 302 hp |
| Torque | 475 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.6 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp✓ |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission | 8-speed AMG Speedshift DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 5.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 172 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,445 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,804 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,494 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,699 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 421 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/40R20 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/40R20 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiSportContact 5P | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 10-Spoke Light-Alloy | 20" AMG 5-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 10-Spoke Light-Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated, Perforated, Slotted Disc | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated, Perforated Disc | Ventilated, Cross-drilled Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control sports suspension - adaptive dampers | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers, AMG Dynamic Select |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver Kneebag, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point (red) | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable AMG Performance Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | Manual recline, 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.0" COMAND Online with Navigation and Harman Kardon Logic 7 Surround Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, MBUX Interior Assistant |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 436 | RM 436 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
X156 AMG Facelift vs H247 Facelift FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA X156 AMG Facelift or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA H247 Facelift better?
The H247 is the better all-rounder for most buyers: it is cheaper, has AEB, a four-year warranty and more boot space. Choose the X156 if straight-line pace is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA H247 Facelift is RM45,000 cheaper, at RM363,888 against RM408,888 for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA X156 AMG Facelift.
Which one is quicker?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA X156 AMG Facelift is quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds versus 5.2 seconds for the H247. Both have a 250 km/h top speed.