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Used aerials vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
The GLA runs across two main generations: the X156 (2013–2020, facelifted in 2017) and the X247 (2020–present), and these two generations use fundamentally different body structures, so aerials are unlikely to be interchangeable across that boundary. Within the X156 generation, aerials are generally consistent, though you should confirm with the breaker whether the pre-facelift (2013–2016) and post-facelift (2017–2020) units are identical before buying. For X247 parts, stick to the same generation to be safe.
No, the engine type does not affect aerial fitment on the GLA — the aerial is part of the body and is fitted regardless of what's under the bonnet. Whether the donor car was a 200d, 220d, 200, or 250 makes no difference to whether the aerial will physically fit your car. Just make sure the generation matches your own vehicle.
Trim level does not affect aerial fitment on the GLA — the aerial mount and connection are the same across SE, Sport, and AMG Line variants. The one cosmetic difference to be aware of is that some models use a short shark-fin style aerial rather than a traditional mast type, so make sure the style matches what your car originally had. Your breaker can confirm the style from the donor car's registration.
The GLA and GLC share some Mercedes platform architecture, but aerial fitment depends on the specific roof profile, mounting point, and wiring connector, which can differ between models. It is not safe to assume cross-model compatibility without checking — confirm with the breaker that the part from the donor vehicle matches your GLA's registration before purchasing.
2017 is the facelift year for the X156-generation GLA, meaning a 2015 car is pre-facelift and a late 2017 car may be post-facelift. Aerials can sometimes remain unchanged across a facelift, but this is not guaranteed, so you should confirm with the breaker that the part from a 2015 donor is compatible with your specific 2017 car before committing to a purchase.
The GLA generally uses a shark-fin style aerial mounted on the roof, which is common across the X156 and X247 generations, though some earlier or base variants may differ. When sourcing a used aerial, it is worth confirming the style with the breaker against the donor car's registration to make sure the design and connector match your vehicle exactly.