The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is 174″ long, 72″ wide and 63″ tall on a 107.5″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,770 lb. At 14.5 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.5 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class generation, measured
The biggest change in weight came in 2020: 88 lb lighter than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2019 | 174.4″ | 70.9″ | 60.6″ | 106.3″ | 3,406 lb |
| 2020–2026 | 174″ | 70.9″ | 60.6″ | 106.3″ | 3,318 lb |
GLA-Class year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 174″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 2 | |
| 2025 | 174″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 2 | |
| 2024 | 174″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 2 | |
| 2023 | 174″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2022 | 174″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2021 | 174″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2020 | 174″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 1 | |
| 2019 | 174.4″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 2 | |
| 2018 | 174.4″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 2 | |
| 2017 | 174.4″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 2 | |
| 2016 | 174.4″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 2 | |
| 2015 | 174.4″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 2 |
GLA-Class on the used market
In 349 GLA-Class listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2015–2019 car is the most common: 243 of them (70%), at an average asking price of $12,704. The current 2020–2026 car averages $29,278. ForCar visitors have decoded 94 GLA-Class VINs; the most checked model years are 2023, 2021 and 2019.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2026 | 106 | 30% | $29,278 | 37,377 mi |
| 2015–2019 | 243 | 70% | $12,704 | 92,847 mi |
Will a GLA-Class fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.5 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.5 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 832 cars within 10″ of its length, the GLA-Class is heavier than 83% and has a longer wheelbase than 85%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 832 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72″ | 70.5″ | +1.5″ |
| Wheelbase | 107.5″ | 103.1″ | +4.4″ |
| Curb weight | 3,770 lb | 3,221 lb | +549 lb |
GLA-Class against its rivals
Next to the Toyota RAV4, Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Tucson, the GLA-Class is the shortest and the narrowest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class (this car) | 2026 | 174″ | 72″ | 3,770 lb |
| Toyota RAV4 | 2027 | 181.9″ | 73.2″ | 3,832 lb |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2026 | 174.8″ | 74″ | 4,385 lb |
| Hyundai Tucson | 2026 | 182.3″ | 73.2″ | 3,680 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 GLA-Class bigger than the 2025?
No. The 2026 and 2025 GLA-Class are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the GLA-Class or the Toyota RAV4?
The 2027 Toyota RAV4 is 7.9″ longer and 62 lb heavier than the 2026 GLA-Class.
How much does a used GLA-Class cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $12,704 for the 2015–2019 car to $29,278 for the 2020–2026 one, across 349 listings.
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