Mercedes-Benz GLA250 — All Years
We have Mercedes-Benz GLA250 specifications on file for 12 model years, 2015–2026, covering suv trims. EPA data lists a single engine, the 2L 4-cyl turbo. Combined fuel economy runs from 30 to 35 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 34–35 | 190 | — | 1 | 2 |
| 2025 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 34–35 | 190 | — | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 32–34 | 194 | — | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31–34 | 199 | — | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31–34 | 199 | — | 1 | 5 |
| 2021 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 32–34 | 195 | — | 0 | 23 |
| 2020 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 30–34 | 196 | — | 0 | 10 |
| 2019 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31–32 | 200 | — | 0 | 30 |
| 2018 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31–32 | 200 | — | 0 | 51 |
| 2017 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31–32 | 200 | — | 0 | 34 |
| 2016 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 32–34 | 194 | — | 0 | 52 |
| 2015 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 32–34 | 194 | — | 0 | 101 |
Best and Worst Mercedes-Benz GLA250 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 8 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 model years from 2015 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 32 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2L 4-cyl turbo — 2015–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Mercedes-Benz GLA250 covered on this site?
We have data for 12 model years of the Mercedes-Benz GLA250, from 2015 to 2026.
What engines does the Mercedes-Benz GLA250 come with?
EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl turbo (2015–2026).
Which Mercedes-Benz GLA250 year has the best fuel economy?
The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 35 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLA250 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Mercedes-Benz GLA250 model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2022 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (1), and the 2015 has the most owner complaints (101). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2015–2021 and 2023–2024. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Mercedes-Benz GLA250?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA250 is classed as an SUV on this site.
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