2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV

Updated October 8, 2026

Seats: 5[2]
Power: 221–302 hp[4]
Drive: FWD · 4MATIC[2]
Powertrains: Mild hybrid[1]

The GLA is the most compact SUV in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, sitting below the GLB and GLC. For 2026 it comes as the front-wheel-drive GLA 250, the GLA 250 4MATIC with all-wheel drive, and the AMG GLA 35. Every version uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with hybrid assist and an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. It seats five, has a standard power liftgate and 40/20/40 split rear seats, and puts two 10.25-inch screens in front of the driver. It suits city drivers who want an easy-to-park SUV with a premium cabin, and buyers moving up from a compact car.

What changed for 2026

A new Midnight Edition is offered for 2026, adding 20-inch AMG wheels and Night Package exterior accents. [5]
AMG Line Lite, with 19-inch AMG wheels and a rear spoiler, becomes a no-cost option, and Night Package exterior accents can be ordered on their own. [5]
A Sun and Sound Package bundles the panoramic sliding sunroof with the advanced sound system, and AMG GLA models gain an AMG Design Package Plus. [5]

Trims

GLA 250 SUV
2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive, 221 hp and 258 lb-ft, 8G-DCT 8-speed dual-clutch automatic. Front-wheel drive, with an EPA rating of 26 mpg city and 34 mpg highway. [2]
GLA 250 4MATIC SUV
The same 221-hp mild-hybrid engine and 8-speed dual-clutch, with 4MATIC all-wheel drive that varies torque from the front wheels to the rear based on each tire's grip. [1]
AMG GLA 35 SUV
AMG-enhanced 2.0L inline-4 turbo with hybrid assist, 302 hp and 295 lb-ft, AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed and AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive, on 19-inch AMG wheels. [4]

How it compares

Edmunds lists the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Cadillac XT4, Lexus UX and Volvo XC40 as alternatives among subcompact luxury SUVs. [6]

Questions people ask

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA all-wheel drive?: The GLA 250 SUV is front-wheel drive. The GLA 250 4MATIC SUV adds 4MATIC all-wheel drive, and the AMG GLA 35 uses AMG Performance 4MATIC. [1]
Is the GLA a hybrid?: It is a mild hybrid. The GLA 250's 48-volt mild hybrid assist can add up to 13 hp electrically, and Mercedes-Benz USA lists the engine as a 2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive. [1]
How much cargo space does the GLA have?: Mercedes-Benz USA lists 50.5 cubic feet of cargo volume for the 2026 GLA 250 SUV, with 40/20/40-split folding rear seats. [2]
How many people does the GLA seat?: Five. Mercedes-Benz USA lists a passenger capacity of 5 for the 2026 GLA 250 SUV. [2]
What gas mileage does the GLA get?: The 2026 GLA 250 SUV is rated at 26 mpg city and 34 mpg highway, and the GLA 250 4MATIC SUV at 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway. Both use premium unleaded fuel. [3]