2014 Mercedes-Benz Concept GLA, bringing drive-in movies back to the future

Being British, I've never had the pleasure of visiting the classic American drive-in movie theatre. In today's modern era, of course, one rarely has the chance. Apparently, Mercedes-Benz deems this a travesty, and plans to transform tradition with its Concept GLA.

Compact SUVs are all the rage right now, most of which look like the fat kid gone thin. The GLA holds a similar presence, but the underlying characteristics display slightly higher cheekbones, a more muscular physique, and, perhaps, a flair lacking with BMW's similarly postured machines.

Thieving the platform from the Mercedes A and B Class, the GLA boasts 208-hp from its 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. That lump meshes to Merc's 4MATIC all-wheel drive system and a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. The interior boasts futuristic leather appointments, not unusual from a machine that still remains a concept — but perhaps the most intriguing aspect of the pudgy CUV lies in its eyes.