Mercedes-Benz Small Cars

While most buyers want a small sedan or SUV that is affordable for commuting, there are still many that yearn for a high-quality, status-infused car for their daily driving needs. Luckily, even small Mercedes cars carry big personalities. If they’re not action-packed in the drive that they deliver, then you can be sure of unparalleled levels of luxury inside. Then you get the AMG derivatives, which combine the two in order to give you the best that the German automaker has to offer.

List of Compact Mercedes-Benz Cars and Prices

This is a list of the Mercedes small car models and prices in the USA:

Model	Power	Engine	Base Price
Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 Convertible	TBC	TBC	TBC
Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series	720 hp	4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas	$325,000
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan	188 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$33,950
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan	255 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$44,850
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class	221 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$39,350
Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class	241 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$49,950
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class SUV	221 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$37,500
Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class	221 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$39,800
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe	255 hp	2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas	$54,700
Mercedes-Benz B-Class	177 hp	Electric	$39,900

What to Consider When Buying a Small Mercedes Car

The US market may have moved up from sedans and hatchbacks to crossovers and SUVs, but even these types of vehicles can be compact. The lineup from Mercedes has a number of these compact cars that still reflect the high-quality ethos of the brand but at more affordable prices than their full-size siblings. Nevertheless, they are still quite pricey, so what else does a small Merc offer to entice buyers?

Pros

Well-balanced drive, handling, and ride qualities
Exquisite design and construction, both inside and out
Infotainment and feature consignments are cardinal

Cons

All of the latest models are relatively expensive
Packages and standalone options further increase the price
Rear cabin room can be cramped due to size

FAQs

What are the best small Mercedes-Benz cars?

The exemplary C-Class sedan and its AMG coupe counterpart both fall into this category. The former may not have the most power, but it is extremely refined and easy to drive, with just enough fun and practicality thrown in to make it well-rounded. However, if strong performance is a key requirement for you, then there are several compact CLA models that will ensure you get what you want. Meanwhile, the GLA and GLB are the smallest SUV models in the range, but they also have a decent amount of practicality.

What is the price of the smallest cars from Mercedes?

You generally pay less for a smaller car, and while that is the case for compact Merc cars, they are still quite pricey. The cheapest model is the A-Class sedan, which will cost you around $35,000. The larger C-Class goes for about $10k more. The high-performance CLA asks for no less than $40,000, and up to as much as $55k for the top-spec models. In terms of SUVs, the GLA and GLB are similarly priced, ranging from between $35,000 to $40,000. If electric vehicles are more your speed, the EQA goes for around $55,000.

Are small Mercedes cars safe?

Though they lack any official safety ratings, every Merc comes with a good list of standard driver assists, and usually no less than six airbags. This means that they are considered to be among the safer cars on the road.

What is the latest small car model from Mercedes-Benz?

The electric EQA is the most recent addition to the lineup, representing the new range of EVs that Mercedes is rolling out. It comes with a single- or dual-motor setup, making 188 or 168 horsepower, respectively. The maximum range of this SUV is around 310 miles, according to the automaker.