Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

    New from

    $63,600 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    5

    Warranty

    5 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    2.9 - 9 L / 100km

    About the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

    Last updated Jul 24, 2025

    The new Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a SUV Small Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $63,600 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $99,000 for the Mercedes-amg.

    There are 4 variants of the GLA available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.

    Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (165kW/350Nm), 1.3L turbo petrol direct injection (120kW/270Nm), electric motor (160kW/450Nm), 1.3L turbo (120kW/270Nm) and 2.0L turbo (165kW/350Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 8-speed automatic or 7-speed automatic transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.

    The new 2026 GLA is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    77.43 - 130.39 kW/t
    69.46 kW/t
    130.39 kW/t
    Boot Space
    435 litres
    340 litres
    435 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    2.9 - 9.01 L/100km
    2.9 L/100km
    9.01 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    567 - 646 km
    567 km
    740 km
    Price
    $63,600 - $99,000
    $54,990
    $99,000
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 2 years
    New this year
    7 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

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    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Specs

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    Special Edition

    • 360 view camera
      • 3d Enhanced View
    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
    • Airbags
      • Number Of: 9
    • Ambient lighting
      • Colour Selection
      • Reactive Lighting
      • Wrap Around
    • Anti collision system
      • Activates Brake Lights
      • Activates Seat Belts
      • Automatic Emergency Braking
      • Brakes At Low Speed: Front
      • Driver Monitor
      • Driving Pattern Monitor
      • Includes Junction Turning
      • Minimum Speed To Activate (kph): 7
      • Operates Above 50 Kph/30 Mph
      • Operates Below 50 Kph/30 Mph
      • Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance System
      • Programmable Distance
      • Visual/acoustic Warning
    • Audio system
      • Digital Radio
      • Radio: Am/fm
      • System Power (w): 100
      • Touch Screen
    • Autonomous drive
      • Active Lane Control
      • Level: 2 - Partial Automation
    • Black trim
      • Around Side Windows
    • Blind spot monitor
      • Active Without Turn Signal
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Usb Connection Front
    • Cruise control
      • Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
    • Display screen
      • Concealable Screen: No
      • Orientation: Fixed
      • Screen Size (in): 10.25
      • Touch Screen
    • Distance & object sensing technology
      • Millimetre-wave Sensor
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
      • Colour: Toned
      • Heated
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Engine Mapping
      • Includes Steering
      • Includes Transmission
    • Electric Power source
      • Battery Supplier: Other
      • Battery Type: Lithium Ion
      • Battery Voltage (v): 48.0
      • Max Wireless Charging Kw: 0.0
    • Electric motor
      • Electric Motor Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
      • Max Torque Motor Nm: 150
      • Motor Location: Belt-integrated Starter Generator
      • Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 13.6
      • Power Output Motor Kw: 10.0
    • Electrical system
      • Voltage (v): 12
    • Embedded infotainment user interface
      • Number Of Months Of Online Services: 36
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Memory
      • Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
      • Reach Type: Memory
      • Reclining Type: Memory
      • Thigh Support Type: Manual
      • Type: Sports
    • Glass roof
      • Sunshade Type: Electric
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Fog Light Function
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (high Beam): Led
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Led
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Hybrid type
      • Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
    • Instrument cluster
      • Reconfigurable
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 40.8
      • Headroom Front: 1037
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Rear: 969
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57.3
      • Hip Room Front: 1456
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 57.3
      • Hip Room Rear: 1455
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 55.9
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1419
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 54.8
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1393
    • Lane departure warning
      • Activates Brakes
      • Activates Steering
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Door Mirror Position
    • Mobile Integration
      • Android Auto
      • Apple Carplay
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Touch Screen
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
      • Map Updates Months Of Subscription: 36
      • Screen Size (in): 10.25
      • Traffic Info
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Parking assistance
      • Automatic Braking Whilst Parking
      • Type: Semi-auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor & Camera
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Card Key
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/20/40
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Ski Hatch
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Remote services
      • Beep/flash
      • Driving History & Analysis
      • Find My Car
      • Geo Fencing
      • Number Of Months Subscription Included: 36
      • Remote Lock/unlock
      • Send Destination To Car
      • Speed Alert
      • Theft Alert
      • Vehicle Diagnostics
      • Vehicle Start
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Secondary engine power
      • Maximum Power Hp/ps: 224
      • Maximum Power Kw: 165
      • Maximum Torque Nm: 350
      • Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 5500
      • Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 2000
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 8
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Touch Controls
      • Type: Alloy & Leather
    • Sunroof
      • Operation: Remote
      • Type: Glass
    • Telematics
      • Advanced Auto Collision Notification
      • Breakdown Assistance
      • Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
      • Tracker System
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Engine Heater
    • Voice activating system
      • Ai Powered
      • Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer's Own
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty battery - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty battery
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty powertrain - OEM
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty whole vehicle - OEM
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Wifi network
      • Connectivity Type: Embedded Sim Card
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor

    City Edition

    Adds to Special Edition:
    • Audio system
      • Colour Screen
    • Blind spot monitor
      • Buzzer
      • Manufacturer's Code: 234
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
    • Power locks
      • Includes Power Windows
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Air Conditioning
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions
    Removes from Special Edition:
    • Black trim
      • Around Side Windows
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Toned
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Transmission
    • Electric Power source
      • Battery Supplier: Other
      • Battery Type: Lithium Ion
      • Battery Voltage (v): 48.0
      • Max Wireless Charging Kw: 0.0
    • Electric motor
      • Electric Motor Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
      • Max Torque Motor Nm: 150
      • Motor Location: Belt-integrated Starter Generator
      • Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 13.6
      • Power Output Motor Kw: 10.0
    • Hybrid type
      • Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear seats
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
    • Remote services
      • Vehicle Start
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
    • Secondary engine power
      • Maximum Power Hp/ps: 224
      • Maximum Power Kw: 165
      • Maximum Torque Nm: 350
      • Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 5500
      • Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 2000
    • Warranty battery - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty battery
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60

    Base

    Adds to City Edition:
    • Charging connector
      • Charging Socket Ac 1
      • Charging Socket Dc 1
      • Location Of Ac 1 Socket: Rear Side
      • Location Of Dc 1 Socket: Rear Side
    • Charging information
      • Amps (a): 32
      • Calc Duration (hrs) Max Supplied 0%-100%: 4.63
      • Calc Duration (hrs) Max Supplied 10%-80%: 0.67
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 100kw 10%-80%: 0.67
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 3.7kw 0%-100%: 4.66
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 50kw 10%-80%: 0.67
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 7.4kw 0%-100%: 4.63
      • Duration (hours): 0.46
      • Max Kw Supplied To Vehicle: 22.00
      • Quoted Kw Supplied To Vehicle: 2.00
      • State Of Charge Ends At (%): 100
      • State Of Charge Starts At (%): 10
      • Voltage (v): 230
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Traction Control
      • Includes Transmission
    • Electric Power source
      • Battery Supplier: Other
      • Battery Type: Lithium Ion
      • Battery Voltage (v): 48.0
      • Max Wireless Charging Kw: 0.0
      • Maximum Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 15.60
      • Onboard Charger (kw): 3.7
      • Useable Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 12.91
    • Electric motor
      • Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
      • Max Torque Motor Nm: 150
      • Motor Location: Belt-integrated Starter Generator
      • Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 108.8
      • Power Output Motor Kw: 10.0
    • Hybrid type
      • Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
    • Rear seats
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
    • Remote services
      • Vehicle Start
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
    • Secondary engine power
      • Maximum Power Hp/ps: 163
      • Maximum Power Kw: 120
      • Maximum Torque Nm: 270
      • Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 5500
      • Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 2000
    • Terrain type selection
      • Includes Tr/esp Adjustment
    • Warranty battery - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty battery
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems - total
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    • Warranty electric systems
      • Distance (km): Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 60
    Removes from City Edition:
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather

    Mercedes-AMG

    Adds to Base:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Anti collision system
      • Includes Junction Crossing
      • Includes Oncoming Collision Avoidance
      • Object Avoidance
    • Black trim
      • Around Side Windows
      • Exhaust Pipe
    • Cruise control
      • Acc Linked To Mapping
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - City
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - Corner Reaction
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - Highway Exit
      • Acc Linked To Mapping - Junction React
      • Stop/go Function: Stop & Go
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Toned
    • Door sill protector
      • Illuminated
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Suspension
    • Electric motor
      • Electric Motor Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
      • Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 13.6
    • Electrical system
      • Voltage (v): 48
    • Facial/gesture control
      • Location: Front
    • Headlight control
      • Active High Beam
      • Directional Headlights
      • Matrix
    • Hybrid type
      • Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
    • Illuminated entry system
      • Logo Projection
    • Instrument cluster
      • Head-up Display: Windscreen
    • Low tyre pressure indicator
      • Displays Pressure
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
    • Navigational systems
      • Includes Augmented Reality
    • Responsive suspension
      • Driver Selectable
      • Type: Electronic
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
    • Secondary engine power
      • Maximum Power Hp/ps: 306
      • Maximum Power Kw: 225
      • Maximum Torque Nm: 400
      • Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 6100
      • Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 2500
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 12
      • Subwoofer
    Removes from Base:
    • Audio system
      • System Power (w): 100
    • Charging connector
      • Charging Socket Ac 1
      • Charging Socket Dc 1
      • Location Of Ac 1 Socket: Rear Side
      • Location Of Dc 1 Socket: Rear Side
    • Charging information
      • Amps (a): 32
      • Calc Duration (hrs) Max Supplied 0%-100%: 4.63
      • Calc Duration (hrs) Max Supplied 10%-80%: 0.67
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 100kw 10%-80%: 0.67
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 3.7kw 0%-100%: 4.66
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 50kw 10%-80%: 0.67
      • Calculated Duration (hrs) 7.4kw 0%-100%: 4.63
      • Duration (hours): 0.46
      • Max Kw Supplied To Vehicle: 22.00
      • Quoted Kw Supplied To Vehicle: 2.00
      • State Of Charge Ends At (%): 100
      • State Of Charge Starts At (%): 10
      • Voltage (v): 230
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
    • Electric Power source
      • Maximum Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 15.60
      • Onboard Charger (kw): 3.7
      • Useable Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 12.91
    • Electric motor
      • Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
      • Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 108.8
    • Electrical system
      • Voltage (v): 12
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
    • Hybrid type
      • Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
    • Secondary engine power
      • Maximum Power Hp/ps: 163
      • Maximum Power Kw: 120
      • Maximum Torque Nm: 270
      • Rpm For Maximum Power (low): 5500
      • Rpm For Maximum Torque (low): 2000
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 8
    • Terrain type selection
      • Includes Tr/esp Adjustment
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    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Dimensions

    1616mm
    1834mm
    4412mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Towing Capacity

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    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Fuel Economy

    There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

    The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Base with a 8-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.3L TURBO and uses 2.9L of electric per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class that uses the most amount of fuel is the Mercedes-AMG with a 8-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 9L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    Mercedes-Benz GLA-ClassFuel TypeCombined
    1.3L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded7.4 L/100km
    2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4Premium Unleaded7.9 L/100km
    See all Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Fuel Economy

    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?

    You should service your GLA at your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the GLA's warranty.

    2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

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    Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class FAQs

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Base that starts from $63,600.

    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Mercedes-AMG that starts from $99,000.

    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: Base and Special Edition.

    The largest Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Base which measures 1834mm wide, 4412mm in length and sits 1616mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Mercedes-AMG which has 225kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the Mercedes-AMG which weighs 2250 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes premium unleaded or electric.