Mercedes' Compact SUV Just got Plug-in Hybrid Power

July 17, 2025 9:00 AM

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e has launched today – joining the German marque’s compact SUV range in Australia with plug-in hybrid power – starting at $78,000 before on-road costs.

The GLA 250 e has been available elsewhere since 2020, but the electrified variant has remained elusive in the Australian market until now, serving as the new entry-point of Mercedes’ plug-in hybrid range.

The GLA 250 e is now the fifth Mercedes model currently on sale in Australia to offer a plug-in hybrid powertrain, joining the likes of the C 350 e as well as the C 63 and E 53 and GT 63 AMG models.

The powertrain consists of a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system – featuring an 11.5kWh lithium-ion battery – with a combined system output of 160kW and 450Nm. The GLA 250 e is capable of a claimed 65km of electric only driving range on the WLTP cycle.

The GLA 250 e rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and sports metallic paint and tinted and heated-insulated glass.

The equipment list on the GLA 250 e includes a panoramic sunroof, keyless-go, ambient lighting, wireless charging, two-zone climate control with rear air vent, heated synthetic leather front seats with memory and a 360-degree parking camera.

The safety suite of the Mercedes GLA 250 e includes active parking assist, blind spot assist with exit warning, active distance assist and lane keep assist.

Mercedes GLA 250 e Price Before On-Road Costs

Model	Price
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e	$78,000

Options Pricing

Option Pack	Price
Plus Package	$3,847
AMG Line	$2,500
Upgraded AC Charging	$800

2025 Mercedes GLA 250 e Features

18-inch alloy wheels
Metallic paint
Panoramic sunroof
Heat-insulated tinted glass
360-degree parking camera
Keyless Go
Heated synthetic leather front seats w/ memory
Two-zone climate control w/ rear air vents
Wireless charging (front)
Active Distance Assist
Lane Keep Assist
Active Park Assist
Blind Spot Assist w/ exit warning

Options

Plus Package: Adds Burmester Sound System, heads-up display, Multibeam LED Lighting, MBUX Augmented Reality navigation, Illuminated door sills and Driving Assistance Package
AMG Line: Adds Nappa Leather Multifunction Sports Steering Wheel, lowered suspension, AMG floor mats, sport brake system, galvanised gearshift paddles and sports seats
AC Charging Upgrade: upgrades 3.7 kW AC charging station to 11 kW

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How much does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e cost?

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e is priced at $78,000 before on-road costs.

What kind of engine does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e have?

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e has a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system – featuring an 11.5kWh lithium-ion battery – with a combined system output of 160kW and 450Nm.

What is the electric-only range of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e?

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e has an electric-only range of 65km on the WLTP cycle .

When is the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e launching in Australia?

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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 e launches in Australia on July 17th, 2025.

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Jack MacKenzie first wrote about cars at the age of 11 as “The Car Buyer of the Future” for Best Selling Cars Blog, having already spent the previous year creating car videos of his own. This set him off down the road to becoming an automotive journalist, joining CarSauce from June to November 2025 as a university graduate, 11 years later. Jack made a name for himself in the world of motorsport, both real and virtual. He published videos on YouTube with a heavy focus on sports car and endurance racing, and has previously written for The Checkered Flag, Coach Dave Academy, Sim Grid and SimStaff. Jack’s daily driver is a 916 Alfa Romeo Spider, and on the weekends, he races go-karts in endurance races across his home state of New South Wales.