The GLA250 is the higher-output engine in the GLA line, with a turbocharged 2.0-litre four offered on both the older X156, a raised hatchback shape sold to 2020, and the newer, taller H247 that replaced it.
How much does a used Mercedes GLA250 cost in the UAE?
Expect around AED 33500 for an older X156 climbing to AED 33500 for a newer H247, with the newer, larger-feeling SUV body commanding the top of that range.
Which used Mercedes GLA250 year should you buy?
An H247 car, from 2020 onward, gives a proper SUV seating position and more cabin space than the older hatchback-based GLA. The X156 remains the cheaper way into the same engine and AMG-line trim if you can live with the lower stance.
How long does a Mercedes GLA250 last?
The GLA250s we inspect in the UAE run a median of around 133,000 km, solid for the age of these cars and a sign the turbo four and drivetrain hold up well to sustained use.
Anything else worth knowing about the Mercedes GLA250?
The Mercedes GLK350 is the cheaper, older sibling if you want more space for less money. The Mercedes GL500 is a step up in price for a full-size three-row SUV, though it shows more electrical faults in our checks, at 34% against the 18% we would expect for large SUVs of this age and mileage. An Audi Q7 is dearer with more mechanical faults, at 35% against the 24% we would expect for SUVs of the same age and mileage.
What to check on a used Mercedes GLA250
- Turbo response and boost on higher-mileage cars.
- Dual-clutch gearbox behaviour in stop-start traffic.
- Suspension bushings and mounts, given the mileage typical of this model.
- Full service history at a Mercedes-approved workshop.
- Tyre wear and alignment across all four corners.
Check the CarSwitch inspection report before you buy — at this mileage, service history tells you more than the odometer alone.