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Mercedes-Benz CLA road tax (2026/27)

How much is Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) on a Mercedes-Benz CLA? 100% of the 4 in stock pay the flat £200/yr standard rate.

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How much is road tax on a Mercedes-Benz CLA?

Most used Mercedes-Benz CLA in stock pay the flat standard rate of £200 a year — 100% were first registered on or after 1 April 2017, when road tax became a single annual rate regardless of CO₂. Figures are for the 2026/27 UK tax year.

Standard rate
£200/yr
Most common
£200/yr (100%)
From April 2017
100% of stock
Median CO₂
131 g/km

There are currently 4 used Mercedes-Benz CLA models available, spanning model years from 2017 to 2023. Understanding the Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly known as road tax, for any used car is crucial, as the amount payable depends significantly on when the car was first registered. Unlike new cars, where the first-year rate is often included in the purchase price, used car buyers will be responsible for the ongoing annual VED. For cars first registered before April 2017, the annual VED is calculated based on their CO2 emissions and fuel type, falling into various tax bands. However, models registered from April 2017 onwards, which includes a significant portion of the Mercedes-Benz CLA range available, follow a different system. These cars pay an initial first-year rate based on CO2 emissions (often higher), followed by a standard flat annual rate for subsequent years. A further surcharge is applied for five years to cars that had a list price exceeding £40,000 when new. Fully electric vehicles, previously exempt, are also seeing changes to their VED status. Because the exact VED rate for a used Mercedes-Benz CLA can vary widely depending on its specific first registration date, its original CO2 emissions, and whether it met the higher list price threshold, we cannot provide a single figure here. It is essential to check the individual details for each car you are interested in. The VED details are typically available on the car's listing page or can be checked using the vehicle registration mark on the UK government's website.

Standard rate (year 2+)
£200/yr

Cars registered from 1 Apr 2017 (2026/27)

Most common in stock
£200/yr

100% of Mercedes-Benz CLA

Expensive-car supplement
+£440/yr

If over £40k new · years 2–6

How Mercedes-Benz CLA road tax is worked out

First-year rate by CO₂ (cars registered from 1 April 2026)
CO₂Petrol / EV / RDE2 dieselNon-RDE2 diesel
0 g/km£10£10
1–50 g/km£115£135
51–75 g/km£135£280
76–90 g/km£280£365
91–100 g/km£365£405
101–110 g/km£405£455
111–130 g/km£455£560
131–150 g/km£560£1,410
151–170 g/km£1,410£2,270
171–190 g/km£2,270£3,420
191–225 g/km£3,420£4,850
226–255 g/km£4,850£5,690
Over 255 g/km£5,690£5,690

After the first year

2026/27
  • £200/yr standard rate — every car registered on or after 1 April 2017, petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric.
  • +£440/yr expensive-car supplement in years 2–6 if the list price was over £40,000 new (£50,000 for electric cars registered from April 2025).
  • Electric cars pay £10 in the first year, then the £200 standard rate — the zero-emission exemption ended on 1 April 2025.
  • Cars registered 2001–2017 stay on the CO₂ band system (bands A–M), from £20 to £790 a year.

Rates shown are for the 2026/27 UK tax year (source: DVLA / GOV.UK). Check the exact figure for a specific car by its registration on the GOV.UK vehicle-tax service.

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Trim-by-trim specifications & road tax

Trim-level specifications for the Mercedes-Benz CLA (Petrol, Diesel, Petrol Parallel PHEV), across 92 recorded variants.

Performance
134–415 bhp
Power
3.9s
0–60 mph (fastest)
168 mph
Top speed
1,332–1,991 cc
Engine
Economy & running costs
31.4–56.5 mpg
Fuel economy
17–205 g/km
CO₂
42 mi
Electric range (max)
£190
Road tax (VED)
22–45 of 50
Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
4,688 mm
Length
1,999 mm
Width
1,444 mm
Height
2,729 mm
Wheelbase
1,515 kg
Weight
5
Seats
5
Doors
Euro NCAP safety
5-star · tested 2019
75%
Safety assist

The Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupe was tested by Euro NCAP in 2019 and was awarded a 5 star overall rating. This overall rating is calculated from the following individual ratings:

Automatic 5 seats New from £31,710
TrimFuelPowerMPGCO₂Ins.
CLA 250e AMG Line Premium + Night Ed 5dr Tip AutoAutomaticPetrol Parallel PHEV214 bhp40.4 mpg3037
CLA 220d AMG Line Executive 5dr Tip AutoAutomaticDiesel187 bhp55.4 mpg13529
CLA 200 AMG Line Premium + Night Ed 5dr Tip AutoAutomaticPetrol160 bhp42.8 mpg15127
CLA 180 AMG Line Premium + Night Ed 5dr Tip AutoAutomaticPetrol134 bhp42.8 mpg15024
CLA 250e AMG Line Premium Tip Auto 5dAutomaticPetrol Parallel PHEV214 bhp43.5 mpg2436
CLA 45 S 4Matic+ 8G-DCT auto 5dAutomaticPetrol415 bhp31.7 mpg20345
CLA 45 S 4Matic+ Plus 8G-DCT auto 5dAutomaticPetrol415 bhp31.4 mpg20542
CLA35 4Matic 7G-DCT auto 5dAutomaticPetrol301 bhp34 mpg19039
CLA35 4Matic Premium 7G-DCT auto 5dAutomaticPetrol301 bhp32.8 mpg19639
CLA250 AMG Line Premium 7G-DCT auto 5dAutomaticPetrol220 bhp40.9 mpg15735
CLA 250 AMG Line Premium 7G-DCT auto 4dAutomaticPetrol220 bhp41.5 mpg15435
CLA220 AMG Line Premium 7G-DCT auto 5dAutomaticPetrol187 bhp37.7 - 40.9 mpg14233

Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is road tax on a Mercedes-Benz CLA?
A Mercedes-Benz CLA registered on or after 1 April 2017 pays the flat standard rate of £200 a year for 2026/27. Cars registered between March 2001 and March 2017 pay a CO₂-based band instead. If the car cost over £40,000 new, add the £440/yr expensive-car supplement in years 2–6.
Do electric Mercedes-Benz CLAs pay road tax?
Yes — since 1 April 2025 zero-emission cars pay VED. A new electric car pays £10 in its first year, then the £200 standard rate; electric cars registered before April 2025 also pay £200. Electric cars registered before March 2017 pay £20.
What is the expensive-car (£40,000) supplement?
Cars with a list price over £40,000 when new pay an extra £440 a year on top of the standard rate for five years, starting from the second licence (years 2–6). For zero-emission cars registered from 1 April 2025 the threshold is £50,000. It is based on the list price when new, not the price you pay used.
How is road tax calculated for the Mercedes-Benz CLA?
For cars registered from April 2017, VED is a first-year "showroom" rate based on CO₂ emissions, then the flat £200 standard rate every year after. Older cars (2001–2017) stay on the CO₂ band system (bands A–M). You can check the exact rate for any specific car by its registration on the DVLA vehicle-tax service.
How does used-car road tax work in the UK?
For cars registered from April 2017, a first-year rate applies, followed by a standard flat rate. A surcharge is added for cars with a list price exceeding £40,000 when new. Older cars, registered before April 2017, are taxed based on their CO2 emissions bands.
How many Mercedes-Benz CLAs are currently for sale?
We currently have 3 Mercedes-Benz CLAs available, ranging from model years 2019 to 2021. This information was last updated on 28 September 2026.