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MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A (2022)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

100%

Total Tests (2024)

30

Avg Mileage

19,999 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.

At 2 years old, 100% of MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E As from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,999 miles.

How does the 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A compare?

Rank among all 2022 cars127th out of 1,059(top 12%)
Rank among all MERCEDES models56th out of 1,408(top 4%)
vs national average+18% (82% avg)
vs 2022 cars average+6% (94% avg)
vs MERCEDES average+13% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A has 19,999 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 88%. The 2022 sits between the two at 100%.

How much does a 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Hybrid, 1332cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
2022100%3019,999 mi
202194%65124,093 mi
202088%6030,528 mi

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About the 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A

The 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A is a small family car with a 1332cc hybrid engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 12% of all 2022 cars for reliability.

With an average of 19,999 miles at 2 years old, MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A Fuel Costs

The 1332cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Alternatives to the 2022 MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A

The MERCEDES GLA 250 EXCLSIVE ED PREM + E A is actually the most reliable option among similar hybrid small family cars from this era. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: