Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e Diesel Hybrid
This luxury compact crossover features a 1.5-liter diesel engine paired with a plug-in electric motor for propulsion, designed primarily for passenger transport. Classified in 8703.70.0010 for its diesel-electric plug-in hybrid system and sub-1,500 cc capacity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If gasoline instead of diesel
Gasoline-electric plug-in hybrids shift to 8703.23 regardless of cylinder capacity.
If cylinder capacity over 1,500 cc
Larger diesel hybrids in same category but >1,500 cc go to 8703.70.0050.
If designed for >9 passengers
Hybrid diesel vehicles for 10+ persons classify under trucks in 8704.22.
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Opel Grandland X Diesel Hybrid
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