2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA — The Mercedes-Benz CLA is a series of luxury subcompact executive cars manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 2013.
Trim: CLA 250
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA typically asks about $43,100 versus a $45,900 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA in our refresh, though owners have filed 1 complaint — check the component breakdown below. Versus 2025, watch length (206.3 in → 195.3 in) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$43,100
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$45,900
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
1
Top: Vehicle Speed Control
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 CLA?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 1 complaint — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
1 complaints. Top components:
- Vehicle Speed Control1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA with EQ Technology | First Drive
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is length (206.3 in → 195.3 in). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Length
- 206.3 in→195.3 in
- Width
- 79.9 in→74.8 in
- Height
- 72.4 in→57.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 123.2 in→116.5 in
- Curb weight
- 5939.2 lb→5269.0 lb
How much does a used 2026 CLA cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $43,100 in typical used asking against a $45,900 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $45,900
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $43,100
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$2,800 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 CLA?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Mercedes-Benz CLA is a series of luxury subcompact executive cars manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 2013. The first generation was a four-door sedan based on the platform of the W176 A-Class and W246 B-Class compact cars, marketed as a four-door coupé. In 2015, Mercedes-Benz expanded the CLA family to include a station wagon configuration which it markets as a Shooting Brake. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet. For the 2026 model year, published dimensions include overall length 195.3 in, width 74.8 in, height 57.9 in, and wheelbase 116.5 in, with curb weight around 5269.0 lb.
- Wheelbase 116.5 in
- Curb weight about 5269.0 lb
- About 195.3 × 74.8 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 23 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 221 hp, 29 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
221 hp
Combined MPG
29 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (29 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,448
5-year energy
$7,241
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 29 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD / AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 195.3 in
- Width
- 74.8 in
- Height
- 57.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 116.5 in
- Curb weight
- 5269.0 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 20
- Highway MPG
- 28
- Combined MPG
- 29
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | CLA 250 | AMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 302 hp |
| Combined MPG | 29 | — |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2.0L Turbo I4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD / AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 221 | — | — | 29 | FWD / AWD | |
| 302 | — | — | — | AWD |