The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA delivers an EPA-certified 23–30 MPG combined across 7 configurations. Hybrid variants achieve up to 30 MPG combined, compared to 23 MPG for standard gasoline trims. Estimated annual fuel costs range from $600 to $3,300.
Factual efficiency differences across gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric variants
Annual Fuel Cost: $3,300–$3,300.
Annual Fuel Cost: $2,550–$3,050 (saves vs gas).
Annual Energy Cost: $600–$3,300.
Laboratory certification test values across engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutations
| Configuration / Model | Powertrain | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Annual Fuel Cost | CO2 (g/mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech (R22) Electricity | Electric (BEV) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 127 MPGe | 124 MPGe | 126 MPGe | 374 mi | $600 | — |
| CLA350 4matic with EQ Tech Electricity | Electric (BEV) | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A2) | 120 MPGe | 115 MPGe | 118 MPGe | 312 mi | $650 | — |
| CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech Electricity | Electric (BEV) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 112 MPGe | 105 MPGe | 109 MPGe | 317 mi | $700 | — |
| CLA250 Premium | 2L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM8) | 26 MPG | 36 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,550 | — |
| CLA250 4matic Premium | 2L Hybrid | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM8) | 25 MPG | 34 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $2,600 | — |
| AMG CLA35 4matic Premium | 2L Hybrid | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM8) | 22 MPG | 29 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $3,050 | — |
| AMG CLA45 S 4matic Premium | 2L 4-Cyl Gas | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM8) | 20 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 | — |
Standardized annual energy consumption and operating cost metrics based on 15,000 annual miles
Based on $3.50 per gallon regular gasoline
Estimated annual energy units needed for 15,000 miles
Compared to the average new vehicle over 5 years
Cross-reference safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall campaigns
Vehicle summary, specifications, and primary KPI metrics.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash tests, rollover risk, and active driver assistance.
NHTSA consumer defect complaint filings by affected component.
Official safety recall notices, defects, and free repair instructions.
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA achieves an EPA-certified rating of 23 to 30 MPG combined across 7 certified configuration(s).
City ratings range from 20 to 30 MPG, and highway ratings range from 23 to 36 MPG.
Hybrid (HEV) models achieve up to 30 MPG combined, delivering approximately 7 more miles per gallon than standard gasoline configurations (up to 23 MPG combined).
Gas-electric hybrid variants use regenerative braking and electric assist motors to reduce fuel consumption in stop-and-go city driving.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model, estimated annual fueling and energy costs range between $600 and $3,300 for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Calculated under AutoUtility's standardized methodology (15,000 miles per year, 55% city / 45% highway driving, $3.50/gallon regular gasoline, $0.16/kWh electricity) using official EPA dynamometer consumption ratings.
Fuel economy ratings, electric range figures, and energy cost estimates on this page are retrieved directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (FuelEconomy.gov) certified vehicle database under 40 CFR Part 600.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.