Used Mercedes-Benz GLA for Sale nearChicago, IL

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 $26,791, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $26,738 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 is a strong pick if you want a compact luxury crossover with style, premium feel, and available performance. The all-generations owner rating is 4.69/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the GLA for its stylish design, luxurious interior, and impressive performance. Across the model line, the cabin quality, smooth handling, and technology features come up often as reasons shoppers like it.

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

The main tradeoffs are a firm ride, handling that can feel less polished than you might expect, and cargo space that stays modest for the class.

34.9% 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 everyday drivability, and expert commentary highlights its premium feel and technology. Across the model years, the owner feedback stays positive, with the strongest praise centered on design, performance, and cabin quality.

• 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 checking 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 81.2% — 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
• Infotainment: MBUX infotainment system with two 7.0-inch display screens in one housing, plus 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; lower fuel economy is typical for an all-wheel-drive vehicle.

Which Mercedes-Benz GLA trim should I buy?

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA offers these trims:

• GLA 250: The traditional entry point, with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, and available front-wheel drive or 4MATIC. It suits you if you want the core GLA experience with strong tech and everyday usability.
• GLA 250 4MATIC: Adds all-wheel drive and the same 221-hp, 258-lb-ft powertrain, making it the better fit if you want extra traction and the standard hill-descent control that comes with 4MATIC models.
• AMG GLA 35: Brings the AMG-enhanced turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, 302 hp, 295 lb-ft of torque, AMG-specific sport suspension, high-performance brakes, AMG-specific exhaust, and multiple drive modes. This is the best-value performance choice if you want the quickest, most athletic version in the lineup.
• AMG GLA 45: The top performance model, with 382 hp, 354 lb-ft of torque, AWD, upgraded brakes, a reinforced body shell, and additional dynamics modes. It suits you if you want the most powerful GLA and the most track-focused hardware.

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 give you more choices on trim, mileage, and price, which makes it easier to compare listings and find the right balance of features and value. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so you can usually find a broader mix of condition and equipment.

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

Most GLA model years are down year over year, which creates better buying opportunities for used shoppers. The largest drops are in the double digits, while a few years have fallen more modestly. Overall, the pattern favors buyers who want to step into a premium compact SUV at a lower price than before.

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 −14.17% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.21%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $35,670. The Mercedes-Benz GLA offers a premium cabin, modern tech, and a compact footprint that makes it easy to live with.

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 returns 25 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined.
• Tech: The latest model includes the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system with two 7.0-inch display screens in one housing, plus Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest model includes a Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, active lane-keeping assist, active blind-spot assist, evasive steering assist, and route-based speed adjustment.
• Starting price: The GLA 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 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.