Mercedes Gla 250 Price: MSRP, Trims & Real-World Cost

The GLA 250 is Mercedes-Benz's entry point into its subcompact luxury SUV lineup. It uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a mild hybrid system, and it is sold in two versions: front-wheel drive and 4MATIC all-wheel drive. The sticker price is only part of what you pay, so this guide separates the base MSRP from the delivered price and explains what changes the total.

The numbers below come from Mercedes-Benz USA and from two automotive publications. Dealer pricing can differ from MSRP, and you should confirm the current figure with a dealer before you negotiate.

The front-wheel-drive GLA 250 SUV has an MSRP of $41,500. Adding 4MATIC all-wheel drive brings the GLA 250 4MATIC SUV to $43,500. These are the starting prices listed by Mercedes-Benz USA on its GLA page. They do not include destination charges, taxes, registration, or options.

The difference between the two trims reflects the all-wheel-drive system. Mercedes lists a slightly quicker 0 to 60 mph time for the 4MATIC on its page.

MSRP is not the number on the window sticker. Delivery from the factory is added to the vehicle's price. MotorTrend lists the 2026 GLA 250 SUV at $42,850 and the 4MATIC at $44,850. Car and Driver gives a lineup range of $42,850 – $51,450 for the GLA-Class overall, which includes the performance AMG versions at the top.

The two sets of figures line up once a destination charge is added to MSRP. The delivered figures are the better guide to the minimum you will pay before taxes, fees, and options.

• Drivetrain. Choosing 4MATIC adds to the price, as the table above shows.
• Packages and options. Individual option packages vary by model year and by what a dealer stocks, and they can add substantially to the price. Look at the window sticker of the specific car.
• Dealer pricing. A car on the lot can be priced above or below MSRP depending on local demand and incentives.
• Taxes and fees. State sales tax, registration, and documentation fees come on top and vary by state.
• Model year. Newer model years may carry a slightly different MSRP.

The GLA-Class range stretches above the GLA 250 into the AMG versions. Car and Driver describes the AMG GLA 35 as a hotter, 302 horsepower version that is also more expensive. If you want the lowest entry price in the family, the GLA 250 is the choice. If you want more power, expect to pay a good deal more.

A used GLA can cost less than a new one, though prices depend on year, mileage, and condition. If you are comparing, check the listed trim, since a used GLA 250 and a used AMG model are priced differently. A certified pre-owned program through a Mercedes-Benz dealer may include extended coverage. Ask the dealer what the program covers.

• Ask for the out the door price, which includes all fees and taxes, so you can compare dealers fairly.
• Compare the base price against rivals in the subcompact luxury SUV segment, including offers from other brands.
• Check whether incentives or financing offers from Mercedes-Benz Financial Services apply to your purchase date.
• Read the window sticker for installed options before you accept a dealer's markup.