johardy03/03/2026 - 17:35 by JOHARDY IBRAHIM editor@dagangnews.com KUALA LUMPUR 3 March - Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has introduced the new Mercedes-Benz GLA Nightfall Edition in two variants, expanding its locally assembled compact SUV portfolio with a darker, sportier aesthetic and upgraded equipment.
The special edition is offered as the Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Nightfall Edition and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC Nightfall Edition, priced at RM258,888 and RM295,888 respectively for Peninsular Malaysia, on-the-road without insurance and inclusive of 10% sales tax.
Chief executive officer and president Martin Schulz described the launch as a key lifecycle milestone for the GLA nameplate in Malaysia, blending sporty design with everyday versatility.
“With its darker styling and enhanced equipment, it offers our customers in Malaysia a compact SUV that is as confident as it is refined,” he said, adding that the model continues to underline the brand’s focus on innovation, quality and driving experience within the competitive compact SUV segment.
Vice president of marketing and sales Nadia Trimmel said the Nightfall Edition presents a distinctive interpretation of the GLA, combining the Night Package, AMG Line styling and upgraded interior elements for a more dynamic appearance.
She noted that advanced features such as MULTIBEAM LED headlights, THERMOTRONIC climate control and the Parking Package with 360° camera enhance daily comfort and convenience, positioning the model as a strong value proposition from both styling and equipment perspectives.
Sportier exterior, enhanced equipment
The GLA Nightfall Edition retains the SUV’s athletic silhouette, highlighted by a bold radiator shell and pronounced shoulder lines.
Both variants come with the AMG Line exterior, sports brake system and lowered comfort suspension. The Night Package adds high-gloss black elements across the exterior, including the grille and wheels, reinforcing the darker theme.
The GLA 200 Nightfall Edition rides on 19-inch AMG five-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, while the GLA 250 4MATIC Nightfall Edition features larger 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels.
The range-topping GLA 250 4MATIC Nightfall Edition is equipped with MULTIBEAM LED headlights with Adaptive Highbeam Assist, ULTRA RANGE high beam and intelligent light functions, designed to improve visibility and driving confidence in varying road conditions.
High-tech interior ambience
Inside, the Nightfall Edition features an AMG Line interior with a black fabric roof liner and multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather.
The cabin is upholstered in ARTICO man-made leather and MICROCUT microfibre in black with grey contrasting topstitching. Sports seats with grey seat belts and light longitudinal-grain aluminium trim further accentuate the sporty character.
THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control and the Parking Package with 360° camera come as standard. Active Parking Assist enables the vehicle to detect suitable parking spaces and assist with manoeuvring in and out, enhancing convenience in urban settings.
Performance credentials
Under the bonnet, the GLA 200 Nightfall Edition is powered by a 1.3-litre engine producing 120 kW (163 hp) and 270 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds with a top speed of 210 km/h.
The GLA 250 4MATIC Nightfall Edition features a 2.0-litre engine delivering 165 kW (224 hp) and 350 Nm of torque, supplemented by a 10 kW electric motor generating 150 Nm. It completes the century sprint in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 240 km/h.
Flexible ownership plan
To support ownership, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is offering the Step Up Agility+ Plan through Mercedes-Benz Financial, providing lower monthly instalments, flexible end-of-agreement options and a guaranteed future value.
Monthly instalments start from RM1,888 for the GLA 200 Nightfall Edition and RM2,488 for the GLA 250 4MATIC Nightfall Edition.
The plan also includes the MobilityPlus programme, which offers a temporary Mercedes-Benz replacement vehicle for 48 hours or more when a customer’s car is undergoing service or warrantable repairs, subject to terms and conditions.
The introduction of the Nightfall Edition underscores Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s strategy to sustain interest in its compact SUV line-up while offering higher specification variants that cater to style-conscious and value-driven buyers in the premium segment. - DagangNews.com
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