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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
HEVHybrid · Every trim below is EPA-rated. Starting price shown before destination.
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The short version
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class starts at $41,500, returns 29.0 mpg combined. Here's what the EPA numbers actually mean.
Pricing
Starts at $41,500 before destination, across 3 EPA-rated trims. We verify every price by hand against manufacturer and dealer sources — if we can't confirm a number, we leave it blank instead of guessing.
Range and efficiency
Rated at 29.0 mpg combined — the best figure across its 3 trims. Trims span 25.0–29.0 mpg. No plug, no charging routine, just a gas engine with electric help.
Charging and fuel cost
At $3.20 a gallon, 12,000 miles a year burns about $1,324 in gas. See how that stacks up against going electric in the fuel cost calculator.
All 3 EPA-rated trims
| Trim | Drive | Class | MPG comb. |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLA35 4matic | All-Wheel Drive | Small Station Wagons | 25.0 |
| GLA250 | Front-Wheel Drive | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 29.0 |
| GLA250 4matic | All-Wheel Drive | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 28.0 |
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Common questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is EPA-rated at 29.0 mpg combined, the best figure across its 3 rated trims.
How much does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class cost?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class starts at $41,500 MSRP before destination charges. Prices are verified from manufacturer and automotive sources.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class fully electric?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a hybrid — it pairs a gas engine with electric assist and never needs plugging in.
Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov (model years 2025–2027), updated October 2026. MPGe = miles per gallon equivalent (33.7 kWh = 1 gallon of gasoline energy).