MERCEDES-Benz has just put its new GLA hatchback on sale with a choice of three petrol and two high-powered diesel engines and two special editions.

And as previously, the sporty GLA is available in either SE, Sport or AMG Line trim.

Those opting for SE trim now benefit from Keyless-GO starting function as standard, alongside Apple CarPlay, a reversing camera and off-road comfort suspension.

A 360 degree camera is now also optionally available for £330 in conjunction with Premium and Premium Plus specifications.

The Premium package is still available for £1,695 and includes Garmin satellite navigation, parking pilot, LED high performance head lights with adaptive high beam assist and for £2,995 extra the Premium Plus package includes the contents of the Premium package, with the addition of keyless-go and a panoramic sunroof.

The GLA 200 d 4MATIC and GLA 220 d 4MATIC feature a 2.1-litre diesel engine capable of producing either 136bhp or 177bhp respectively.

Combined fuel economy for the entry-level GLA 200 d is 67.3mpg, while CO2 emissions can be as low as 108g/km.

The entry-level GLA 200 SE is priced from £25,880.

The special White Art Edition and Yellow Night Editions include uprated interior trim and additional features such as larger multi-spoke alloys, black leather upholstery, AMG performance steering wheel and other upgrades.

The White Art Edition is priced from £31,260 for the GLA 200 and the GLA 45 4MATIC Yellow Night Edition comes in at £53,135.

First deliveries are scheduled for the middle of April.