The MERCEDES-BENZ GLA (2017-20) GLA200 5DR SUV 1.6 SS 156 EU6 SPORT PREMIUM 7G-DCT AUTO is a compact, five-door premium SUV, offering a raised driving position and city-friendly footprint. It sits between family hatchbacks and larger SUVs in the UK market, appealing to buyers wanting Mercedes-Benz style without bulk. Across 100 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 49 distinct VINs, the average private-sale valuation was £18,700; recorded cars averaged 27,000 miles, around 3,000 miles a year, and 1.36 previous keepers. These are checked-car averages, not a guarantee for an individual GLA, but the examples seen were relatively low-mileage and often had limited keeper changes. The turbo petrol engine and automatic gearbox make everyday driving straightforward, while Sport Premium trim adds an upscale feel. It suits commuters, couples and small families seeking comfort and a more premium cabin than mainstream rivals. Compared with Audi Q3 and BMW X1, the GLA offers smart badge appeal and hatchback-like manoeuvrability, though rear space is less generous than bigger SUVs.