{"id":2894,"date":"2017-08-29T14:35:16","date_gmt":"2017-08-29T14:35:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/arrowheadmb\/?p=2894"},"modified":"2025-06-27T18:06:02","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T18:06:02","slug":"2018-mercedes-benz-gla-interior-technology-and-driver-assist-features","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/2018-mercedes-benz-gla-interior-technology-and-driver-assist-features\/","title":{"rendered":"Does the 2018 GLA SUV come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Interior Technology and Driver-Assist Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The refreshed&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/new-mercedes-benz-peoria-az?series=GLA\">2018 GLA<\/a>&nbsp;is finally&nbsp;available&nbsp;for sale in Phoenix, AZ at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead. The 2018 GLA is outfitted&nbsp;with&nbsp;the latest technology, connectivity, and safety features to enhance the driving&nbsp;experience. Continue reading to learn more about the&nbsp;2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Interior Technology and Driver-Assist Features, including music screaming options.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><b>[ WATCH:&nbsp;<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/2018-mercedes-benz-gla-250-for-sale-phoenix-az\/\"><b>Walk-around video of the 2018 GLA 250 for sale in Phoenix, AZ<\/b><\/a><b>&nbsp;]<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3>Innovative Technology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">The 2018 GLA features big-screen entertainment, and a larger screen to go with it\u2014the new, vivid 8&#8243; color display offers a wide range of ways to stay entertained and&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">inform<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">ed<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">on the road<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">. The&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">system<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">comes standard&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">with&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">Bluetooth<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">\u00ae&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">audio streaming, while&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">Apple&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"SpellingError SCXW50106989\">CarPlay<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;and Android Auto are&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">available<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;by upgrade only.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;The 2018 GLA also offers newly&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">available<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;LED&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">headlamps<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50106989\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50106989\">&nbsp;in addition to the standard LED daytime running lamps and LED taillamps with new &#8220;Stardust&#8221; technology.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Driver-Assist Systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2018 GLA is also equipped with several driver-assist systems to inspire confidence and peace of mind behind the wheel. For starters, the Mercedes-Benz smartphone app connects you and your Mercedes-Benz\u00a0in the car or out.\u00a0Other driver-assist features include:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Rearview Camera&nbsp;<\/li><li>Distance Pilot DISTRONIC\u00ae Cruise Control&nbsp;<\/li><li>Parking Pilot&nbsp;<\/li><li>Available&nbsp;Lane Keeping Assist&nbsp;<\/li><li>Available&nbsp;Blind Spot Assist&nbsp;<br><hr><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><b>[ RELATED:&nbsp;<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/whats-new-2018-mercedes-benz-gla\/\"><b>2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Updates and Changes<\/b><\/a><b>&nbsp;]<\/b><b>&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA Interior Technology and Driver-Assist Features The refreshed&nbsp;2018 GLA&nbsp;is finally&nbsp;available&nbsp;for sale in Phoenix, AZ at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead. The 2018 GLA is outfitted&nbsp;with&nbsp;the latest technology, connectivity, and safety features to enhance the driving&nbsp;experience. 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