2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA Price, Specs and Range

What is it?

The H247 GLA received a comprehensive facelift in 2024, with restyled bumpers, new headlights, MBUX upgraded to the latest software, and 48V mild hybrid assistance across the petrol range. Four grades for Australia: GLA 200 FWD, GLA 250 4MATIC, AMG GLA 35 4MATIC, and the AMG GLA 45 S 4MATIC+ flagship at 310 kW. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto standard.

The lineup runs from GLA 200 at $66,300 plus on-roads, through to AMG GLA 45 S 4MATIC+ at $121,900 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.

Interior and Technology

Four tier range from sensible 200 to 310 kW AMG 45 S in one body. 48V mild hybrid across the petrol range improves stop start refinement. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto now standard after the facelift. The AMG 45 S M139 remains the most powerful 2.0 litre production engine on sale.

435 L boot trails the BMW X1 and X2 by a meaningful margin. 1.3 litre triple feels small for the body when fully loaded. No PHEV variant for Australia. AMG 45 S pricing closes on entry GLC 43 territory.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the GLA?

Reasons to buy

Four tier range from sensible 200 to 310 kW AMG 45 S in one body. 48V mild hybrid across the petrol range improves stop start refinement. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto now standard after the facelift. The AMG 45 S M139 remains the most powerful 2.0 litre production engine on sale.
Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
5-star ANCAP (2020), full driver-assist suite.
435 L (1,430 L seats down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.

Reasons to wait

435 L boot trails the BMW X1 and X2 by a meaningful margin. 1.3 litre triple feels small for the body when fully loaded. No PHEV variant for Australia. AMG 45 S pricing closes on entry GLC 43 territory.
You want a bigger boot than 435 L, a PHEV variant (the GLA range is petrol MHEV only in Australia), or AMG 45 S money cross shopping a GLC 43.
If you regularly carry four adults plus luggage, the X1 offers more boot space. AMG 45 S buyers should confirm Australian premium fuel costs against ownership expectations.
Top trim climbs to $121,900 plus on-roads.

Who it suits

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City drivers

Tidy footprint, easy parking

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Drivers

Pace and poise

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Premium

Cabin quality up top

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Commuters

Daily driver, low fuss

CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper: Four tier range from sensible 200 to 310 kW AMG 45 S in one body. 48V mild hybrid across the petrol range improves stop start refinement. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto now standard after the facelift. The AMG 45 S M139 remains the most powerful 2.0 litre production engine on sale.
The trade-off: 435 L boot trails the BMW X1 and X2 by a meaningful margin. 1.3 litre triple feels small for the body when fully loaded. No PHEV variant for Australia. AMG 45 S pricing closes on entry GLC 43 territory.
Check before you buy: If you regularly carry four adults plus luggage, the X1 offers more boot space. AMG 45 S buyers should confirm Australian premium fuel costs against ownership expectations.
Best suited to: Brand led couples wanting the three pointed star entry point, snow trip families chasing 4MATIC AWD, AMG faithful drawn to the 310 kW 45 S, and tech buyers happy with the twin 10.25 inch MBUX setup.

Common questions

How much is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA in Australia?

$66,300 plus on-roads for the GLA 200, $76,400 for the GLA 250 4MATIC, $98,400 for the AMG GLA 35 4MATIC, and $121,900 plus on-roads for the AMG GLA 45 S 4MATIC+.

Is the Mercedes GLA available as a hybrid or PHEV?

Not in Australia. The local range is 48V mild hybrid petrol only across all four grades.

How fast is the AMG GLA 45 S?

Mercedes-AMG claims 4.3 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h, drawn from 310 kW and 500 Nm from the hand built M139 2.0 litre turbo four with 4MATIC+ AWD.

Has CarTell.tv reviewed the Mercedes GLA?

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

What is it?

Interior and Technology

Should you buy the GLA?

Reasons to buy

Reasons to wait

The Rivals

We have not reviewed the Mercedes-Benz GLA yet.