2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA mpg
Combined mpg, 250 FWD
29mpg
- 26 city, 34 highway.
- Top 13% of 139 SUVs (2026).
- 3 trims: 25 to 29 mpg.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City mpg | Hwy mpg | Combined | Tank, gal | Miles per tank | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | 13.5 | 392 | $1,324 |
| GLA 250 4MATIC AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | AWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | 13.5 | 378 | $1,371 |
| AMG 35 4MATIC | 2.0L | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | N/A | N/A | $1,536 |
Fuel cost
250 FWD, 29 mpg combined.
- Per year
- $1,324
- Per month
- $110
- Per mile
- 11.0 cents
- Fill the tank
- $43.20
- Top trim: AMG 35 4MATIC. $1,536 a year. $212 more than the 250 FWD.
Trip cost
| Trip | Gallons | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 100 miles | 2.9 | $9.41 |
| 300 miles | 8.8 | $28.24 |
| 500 miles | 14.7 | $47.06 |
| 1,000 miles | 29.4 | $94.12 |
Commute cost
- Per month
- $96
- Per year
- $1,148
- Miles a month
- 867
250 FWD. 20 miles each way, 5 days a week.
Is 29 mpg good? Yes. Beats 77% of 2026 cars.
MPG by year
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Combined mpg | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA | 250 FWD | 29 mpg | |
| 2026 Nissan Murano | FWD SV | 23 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Buick Envision | Preferred AWD | 25 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | Laredo 4x2 | 21 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Chevrolet Traverse | LT FWD | 22 mpg | |
| 2026 Subaru Ascent | Premium AWD | 22 mpg | |
| 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander | LE FWD | 24 mpg |
What this cannot tell you
EPA ratings. Your own mpg will differ.
Gas prices change by state and by week.
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