Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 model year from 2014 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the CLA 250 has been offered with Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl powertrains; the most efficient version is the 2026 (up to 30 MPG combined). Electric versions are shown in MPGe — a different unit, listed separately from gas MPG. Every rated gas version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 109–126 MPGe | Electric | — | — |
| 2026 | 29–30 MPG · 109–126 MPGe | Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl | $47,760 | 167 listings |
| 2025 | 29–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $38,998 | 192 listings |
| 2024 | 28–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $34,598 | 30 listings |
| 2023 | 27–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $30,731 | 76 listings |
| 2022 | 27–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $27,745 | 26 listings |
| 2021 | 27–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $26,763 | 18 listings |
| 2020 | 27–28 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $24,577 | 12 listings |
| 2019 | 27–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $18,998 | 38 listings |
| 2018 | 27–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $16,992 | 65 listings |
| 2017 | 27–29 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $16,998 | 17 listings |
| 2016 | 27–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $12,994 | 6 listings |
| 2015 | 27–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | $12,240 | 6 listings |
| 2014 | 27–30 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2027 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (Electric), electric versions rated 109–126 MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech (R22) | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 127 | 124 | 126 MPGe · 374 mi range |
| CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 112 | 105 | 109 MPGe · 317 mi range |
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2026 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (Electric, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 29 to 30 MPG; electric versions rated 109–126 MPGe. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $47,760 on VehiSales (167 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech (R22) | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 127 | 124 | 126 MPGe · 374 mi range |
| CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech | Electric | Automatic (A1) | Electricity | 112 | 105 | 109 MPGe · 317 mi range |
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM8) | Premium | 26 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM8) | Premium | 25 | 34 | 29 MPG |
2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2025 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 29 to 30 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $38,998 on VehiSales (192 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM8) | Premium | 26 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM8) | Premium | 25 | 34 | 29 MPG |
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2024 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 30 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $34,598 on VehiSales (30 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM8) | Premium | 26 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM8) | Premium | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2023 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $30,731 on VehiSales (76 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2022 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $27,745 on VehiSales (26 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2021 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $26,763 on VehiSales (18 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 25 | 35 | 29 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2020 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 28 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $24,577 on VehiSales (12 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2019 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $18,998 on VehiSales (38 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 37 | 29 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2018 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $16,992 on VehiSales (65 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 37 | 29 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2017 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $16,998 on VehiSales (17 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2016 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $12,994 on VehiSales (6 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 26 | 37 | 30 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2015 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $12,240 on VehiSales (6 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 26 | 37 | 30 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250: engines & MPG
The 2014 CLA 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 26 | 37 | 30 MPG |
| CLA250 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Premium | 24 | 31 | 27 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the CLA 250 range from 28 to 30 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2026 model year.
What powertrains does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 have?
The 2027 CLA 250 was EPA-rated with Electric powertrains — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 require premium gas?
Yes — every EPA-rated gas CLA 250 version specifies premium gasoline.
Is there a hybrid or electric CLA 250?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid and electric (shown in MPGe) versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/mercedes-benz/cla-250.
Fuel economy of other models
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