Used Mercedes-Benz GLA for SaleNationwide

How much does the Mercedes-Benz GLA cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz GLA prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz GLA's current nationwide average price is $26,629, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $26,629 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz GLA has strong owner appeal across its model years, especially if you value stylish design, a premium-feeling cabin, and lively performance in a compact footprint. The all-generations owner rating is 4.69/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the GLA for its stylish appearance, upscale interior, and enjoyable driving character. Technology is another recurring strength, along with the compact size that makes it easy to live with in everyday use.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs are ride quality, handling, and cargo space, especially in recent expert-tested years. That balance makes the GLA a better fit if you want premium features and performance in a small SUV than if you prioritize maximum utility.

36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz GLA models reliable?

Owners consistently give the GLA strong marks for style, comfort, and performance, and the expert feedback also points to a well-equipped, tech-forward small luxury SUV. Across the model years, the GLA tends to earn praise for its premium feel and appealing driving character.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz GLA between 4.33 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most tied to choosing the right year and verifying condition carefully, especially on older examples with higher accident rates.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz GLA?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, active lane-keeping assist, active blind-spot assist, active brake assist with cross-traffic intervention, and a rear-collision sensing system.
• Infotainment: MBUX infotainment system with two 7.0-inch display screens, touch control, a touchpad controller, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The turbo-four engine gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined. The 4MATIC version does one mpg worse in each category.

Which Mercedes-Benz GLA trim should I buy?

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA offers these trims:

• GLA 250: The core choice, with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, and available 4MATIC AWD; it suits buyers who want the GLA’s compact size, strong tech, and everyday usability.
• GLA 35 AMG: The performance step-up, with 302 hp, AWD, AMG-specific sport suspension, high-performance brakes, and an AMG-specific exhaust system; it suits you if you want the quickest, most aggressive version.
• GLA 45 AMG: The top performance model, with 382 hp, AWD, upgraded brakes, a reinforced body shell, and additional drive modes; it suits buyers who want the most serious performance in the lineup.

What Mercedes-Benz GLA do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz GLA years with the most listings are 2025, 2026, and 2024.

Higher-volume years usually attract more shoppers because they offer a broader mix of prices, trims, and availability. That makes it easier for you to compare options and find a configuration that fits your budget.

What is the Mercedes-Benz GLA's resale value?

Most model years are showing clear year-over-year price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The steepest drops are concentrated in several years, while a few newer and older examples are falling more gradually.

The 2023, 2016, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA safe?

• 2021: 7/10

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz GLA now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −14.07% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.69%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 39.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $35,639. The Mercedes-Benz GLA offers a premium-feeling cabin and a stylish, compact SUV character that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest GLA 250 and 250 4MATIC use a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 221 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, and the turbo-four gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined.
• Tech: The latest GLA comes standard with the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system, two 7.0-inch display screens, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest GLA includes a rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning, vehicle-exit warning, automatic emergency braking, driver-drowsiness monitoring, and crosswind assist.
• Starting price: The SUV starts at $36,230.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.