Against 344 other Hybrid cars rated 2024–2026, the GLA-Class beats their 28 mpg average by 1 mpg, about $47 a year.
Every Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl Hybrid | 25.7 / 34 | 2024–2026 | $1,338 | |
| 2L 4-cyl | 24.3 / 33.7 | 2015–2023 | $1,386 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2026) | $0.110 |
| Fuel per year | $1,324 |
| Fuel over five years | $6,620 |
| Against other Hybrid cars, 2024–2026 | −$47 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,758 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class gives up 8 mpg in town: 34 on the highway against 26 in the city, $348 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2026) | 26 mpg | $1,477 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 34 mpg | $1,129 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8 mpg (31%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the GLA-Class changed over the years
The GLA-Class peaked in 2026 at 29 mpg (26 city, 34 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2019 at 27 — 2 mpg apart, or $98 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 / 34 | 1 | $1,324 | |
| 2025 | 26 / 34 | 1 | $1,324 | |
| 2024 | 25 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 | |
| 2023 | 24 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 | |
| 2022 | 24 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 | |
| 2021 | 25 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 | |
| 2020 | 24 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 | |
| 2019 | 24 / 33 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2018 | 24 / 33 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2017 | 24 / 33 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2016 | 25 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 | |
| 2015 | 25 / 34 | 1 | $1,371 |
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How we count
This page rests on 12 EPA ratings of the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class — 2 engines across 2015–2026. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,758. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class get?
29 mpg combined, 26 city and 34 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2015 the GLA-Class has averaged 27.9 mpg.
Is the 2026 GLA-Class more efficient than the 2025?
About the same: 29 against 29 mpg combined.
Which GLA-Class year has the best gas mileage?
The 2026, at 29 mpg combined (26 city, 34 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
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