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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 5 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
128 g/km

There are 3 used Mercedes-Benz CLA models currently available on Motoring Today, with examples spanning from 2017 to 2019. When buying a used car in the UK, understanding Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly known as road tax, is essential. Unlike new cars, the VED rate for a used vehicle is determined by its first registration date and original CO2 emissions, alongside its fuel type. This means the specific annual cost can vary significantly even for the same model. Cars registered before April 2017 are taxed purely based on their CO2 emissions banding. However, Mercedes-Benz CLA models registered from April 2017 onwards, which includes all the examples currently listed, fall under a different system. These vehicles typically pay a first-year rate based on CO2, followed by a standard flat rate for subsequent years. An additional surcharge applies to cars with an original list price exceeding £40,000 for five years from the second year of registration. Fully electric cars have historically been exempt, but this exemption is changing from April 2025. Because the VED amount depends on the individual car's exact registration date, CO2 emissions, and original list price, it is not possible to provide a single figure here. For precise road tax information on any specific Mercedes-Benz CLA on Motoring Today, please check the individual vehicle's listing details.

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, Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) involves a first-year rate based on CO2 emissions, followed by a standard flat rate. A surcharge applies to cars with a list price exceeding £40,000 when new. Older cars, registered before April 2017, are taxed purely on their CO2 emissions bands.
How many Mercedes-Benz CLAs are for sale?
There are currently 3 Mercedes-Benz CLA models for sale, spanning the years 2017 to 2019.