2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA mpg
Combined mpg, 250 RWD
30mpg
- 26 city, 36 highway.
- Top 10% of 30 coupes (2026).
- 5 trims: 23 to 30 mpg.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Power 17 cents per kWh.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City mpg | Hwy mpg | Combined | Tank, gal | Miles per tank | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | RWD | 26 | 36 | 30 | 13.5 | 405 | $1,280 |
| CLA 250 4MATIC AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | 13.5 | 392 | $1,324 |
| CLA 250 Coupe | 2.0L | N/A | 25 | 34 | 29 | N/A | N/A | $1,324 |
| AMG CLA 35 4MATIC Coupe | 2.0L | AWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | N/A | N/A | $1,536 |
| AMG CLA 45 4MATIC Coupe | 2.0L | AWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | N/A | N/A | $1,670 |
Fuel cost
250 RWD, 30 mpg combined.
- Per year
- $1,280
- Per month
- $107
- Per mile
- 10.7 cents
- Fill the tank
- $43.20
- Top trim: AMG CLA 45 4MATIC Coupe. $1,670 a year. $390 more than the 250 RWD.
Electric trims
| Trim | Drive | Range, mi | kWh per 100 mi | MPGe | Full charge | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA 250+ w/EQ Technology RWD | RWD | N/A | 27.0 | 126 | N/A | $551 |
| CLA 350 4MATIC w/EQ Technology AWD | AWD | N/A | 29.0 | 118 | N/A | $592 |
Charging specs
| Version | Plug | Onboard AC, kW | DC peak, kW | 10-80%, min | Level 2, hours | Battery, kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | NACS | 9.6 | 320 | 22 | 9 | 85 |
Charging specs: maker data, one source.
Do I need a Level 2 charger?
No. A 120 V outlet adds 52 miles in 10 hours.
You drive 33 miles a day.
Level 2 full charge: 9 hours.
CLA 250+ w/EQ Technology RWD. 120 V outlet: 1.4 kW.
Trip cost
| Trip | Gallons | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 100 miles | 2.8 | $8.89 |
| 300 miles | 8.3 | $26.67 |
| 500 miles | 13.9 | $44.44 |
| 1,000 miles | 27.8 | $88.89 |
Commute cost
- Per month
- $92
- Per year
- $1,109
- Miles a month
- 867
250 RWD. 20 miles each way, 5 days a week.
Is 30 mpg good? Yes. Beats 81% of 2026 cars.
MPG by year
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Combined mpg | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA | 250 RWD | 30 mpg | |
| 2026 Nissan Z | Sport RWD | 20 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Honda Prelude | FWD | 44 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 BMW 2 Series | 228 Gran Coupe FWD | 31 mpg | Compare |
What this cannot tell you
EPA ratings. Your own mpg will differ.
Gas prices change by state and by week.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree