Mercedes-Benz A-Class Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category

The EPA classifies the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class as a Subcompact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.

Latest model year (2022):

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is classified by the EPA as a Subcompact Cars.

Verifiedfueleconomy.gov · Verified August 9, 2026

Overview MPG Engine Specs Fuel Cost Transmission Drivetrain Vehicle Class Maintenance Dimensions

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Vehicle Class — All Years

Year	Trim	Vehicle Class	Drive	Fuel Type	MPG Comb.
2022	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	Front-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28
2022	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	All-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	25
2022	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	All-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28
2021	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	25
2021	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28
2021	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	Front-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	29
2020	Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	27
2020	Auto 7-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	Front-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28
2020	Auto 7-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28
2019	Auto 7-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	Front-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28
2019	Auto 7-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L	Subcompact Cars	4-Wheel Drive	Premium Gasoline	28

Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Vehicle Class FAQ

What class of vehicle is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

The EPA classifies the Mercedes-Benz A-Class as a Subcompact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.

Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class considered a small or large vehicle?

Based on its EPA class (Subcompact Cars), the Mercedes-Benz A-Class is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.

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