The MERCEDES-BENZ GLA (2014-17) GLA220 4MATIC 5DR SUV 2.1 CDI DPF SS 170 EU6 SPORT PREMIUM PLUS 7G-DCT AUTO is a premium compact SUV, a raised alternative to a family hatchback with Mercedes appeal and four-wheel drive. It sits above mainstream crossovers, competing with the Audi Q3 and BMW X1. mycarcheck.com records 37 look-ups covering 24 different GLA220s, a useful snapshot rather than a complete picture. The checked cars averaged 65,000 miles and around 6,000 miles a year, with roughly two previous keepers. Their average private-sale valuation was £12,200, giving used-car shoppers a helpful reference point, not a guaranteed price. With a diesel engine, automatic transmission and four-wheel drive, it suits commuters covering distances, families and drivers wanting grip and a higher seating position. Sport Premium Plus adds an upmarket feel, while the GLA’s footprint makes town parking easier than in larger SUVs. It is a premium rival to mainstream crossovers.