The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA has a starting sticker price of $42,550, with the range-topping GLA GLA 250 4MATIC kicking off at $44,550.
MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
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$42,550 | TBD | |||
$44,550 | TBD |
Owners give this generation Mercedes-Benz GLA (2021-current) a 5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 100% recommend it. These figures are based on 4 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA
"My new suv"
"Compact, spacious inside with the higher roof line. Comfortable and quiet. The the premium package makes this thing is like a hot rod, luxery spaceship. It’s peppy fun to drive."
"My favorite car so far"
"I've owned it for a few weeks, so take this review how you will. I purchased a 2021 GLA 4matic with the matte gray paint. It's a beautiful vehicle, ivory interior, a panoramic roof and I actually prefer the track pad next to the center console over the 2025 version. Personally, I love having buttons and a more tactile experience, but everyone is different. The car drives well, though it's got a sensitive brake and I'm getting used to that. The most dangerous design "flaw" this vehicle has is the gear shift. It's in the exact same location and looks exactly like my windshield wipers on the Subaru I drove before this vehicle. I'm pretty paranoid about accidentally putting my car in neutral while driving down the highway when the rain starts... but I think it's worth it. I just have to be mindful and get used to the change, but I love this car so much. I'm a small woman, 5'2", and I have a hard time seeing out of certain vehicles. I can see really well with minimal blind spots in this vehicle. It's got great visibility and maneuverability. I easily get in and out of the vehicle and I just love all the luxurious upgrades that my subaru did not have. I love the seats, the lights, the tech, the way it handles, I love the whole thing. I'm really proud of this vehicle and I'm really looking forward to driving it for the next 7 or 8 years hopefully."
"Form, Fit, Function & Value Boxes All Checked"
"Mercedes - Benz nailed the 2021 total redesign of this compact SUV. Trade reviews consistently placed this new model ahead of the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40 in style, performance and comfort. The 4 cylinder turbo charged engine delivers excellent responsiveness without excessive fuel consumption. Cabin is spacious, controls are logical and the MBUX system is state of the art and packed with features. Added the premium package, heated seats, panoramic roof and garage door opener options to the base GLA 250 4Matic adding about $4K to the cost. Difficult to find this model with a reasonable blend of options as dealer inventory tends be either base or fully loaded models."
Overall 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA quality a 5 out of 5.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliability
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA receives an average consumer rating of 5 overall and a 5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2026 GLA Features
According to drivers of the 2026 GLA, here are some of its best features:
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA Safety Features
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Curb Weight | 3604 lbs. | ||
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Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.0 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.0 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.2 inches | ||
Overall Length | 173.6 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 50.5 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 107.4 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 79.5 inches |
Adaptive Headlights | Available | ||
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Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Panorama Moon Roof | Available | ||
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Available | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
8 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission | Available | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Horsepower | 221 @ 5500 RPM | ||
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Torque | 258 @ 1800 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 6.8 seconds |
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 4 years / 50000 miles |
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Price | $42,550 | $40,675 | $45,085 | $32,315 | |
KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Consumer Rating | 5.0 | 4.6 | 3.6 | 3.8 | |
Fuel Economy | N/A | City 40/Hwy 37/Comb 39 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 38 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 94 MPGe | City 28/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG | |
Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | $61,751 | $53,739 | N/A | |
Safety Rating | N/A | 5.0 | N/A | 5.0 | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | 221 @ 5500 RPM | 219 @ 5700 RPM | 302 @ 6000 RPM | 190 @ 6000 RPM | |
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | 2WD |