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2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 22–29 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 3 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class at a glance
The 2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class covers 6 model years in the EPA database (21 configurations in all), rated 22–29 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $2,790 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (29 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid and gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 29 MPG, was reached in 2025 and 2026.
2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Hybrid | 25–29 MPG | $2,790–$3,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Hybrid | 24–29 MPG | $2,790–$3,340 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Hybrid | 24–28 MPG | $2,820–$3,340 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas | 22–28 MPG | $2,910–$3,690 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas | 22–28 MPG | $2,910–$3,720 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas | 23–28 MPG | $2,850–$3,540 | First year |
What the 2026 GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$233
$2,790 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.65
Per 100 miles
$18.60
Five years
$13,950
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$540more a year
Class median $2,250 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,790.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,790 |
| GLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,860 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,180 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG
24–29 MPG · $2,790–$3,340/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 29 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,820 to $2,790, $30 less.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,790 |
| GLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,860 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,340 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG
24–28 MPG · $2,820–$3,340/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,910 to $2,820, $90 less.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,820 |
| GLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,940 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,340 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG
22–28 MPG · $2,910–$3,690/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,910.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,910 |
| GLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,060 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,250 |
| AMG GLA45 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,690 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG
22–28 MPG · $2,910–$3,720/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,850 to $2,910, $60 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,910 |
| GLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,060 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,220 |
| AMG GLA45 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,720 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class MPG
23–28 MPG · $2,850–$3,540/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,850 |
| GLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,960 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,200 |
| AMG GLA45 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,540 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,320 in California and $2,420 in Texas, a $900 difference.
- California $3,320
- Washington $3,120
- New York $2,750
- Florida $2,540
- Texas $2,420
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2015-2019 (X156)
- 2020
- 2021-2026 (H247)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class get?
EPA rates the 2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class at 22–29 MPG combined across 21 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 29 MPG (26 city, 34 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 24–29 MPG; Gas: 22–28 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?
The GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 29 MPG, in 2025 and 2026. The lowest top rating, 28 MPG, was in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2021-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class) is rated 25–28 MPG combined and costs $2,880–$3,160 a year to fuel; the 2021-2026 model is rated 22–29 MPG and costs $2,790–$3,720 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,790 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,790–$3,180 a year. That is a $390 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 100 miles?
About $18.60 per 100 miles for the GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.60 and $21.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 26 city and 34 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class compare with other small SUV configurations?
The GLA250 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,790 a year to fuel, $540 more than the class median of $2,250, and less than 3 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 296 rated small SUV configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,790. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2026 against 3 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class for that year.