The Mercedes GLA 250 Plus 2026 officially made its debut in 2026. It is powered by a 85 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 655 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 200 kW (272 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.3 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 55000 USD.
Meanwhile, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Opel Astra Electric 58kWh was announced in 2025. It is powered by a 58 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 454 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 115 kW (156 hp), enabling an acceleration of 9.2 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 38000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2026 | 2025 |
| Release date | July 2026 | 2026 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-wheel drive 200 kW (272 hp) | Front-wheel drive 115 kW (156 hp) |
| Torque | 335 Nm (247 lb-ft) | 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7.3 sec 0-100 km/h | 9.2 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 85 kWh usable | 58 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) | Li-Ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 655 km | 454 km |
| Consumption | 15.1 kWh/100 km | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | 3 modes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 9 hours | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 320 kW max, 10-80% in 22 min | CCS |
| Additional | Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | V2L (Vehicle to load) |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door hatchback, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4565 x 1873 x 1604 mm (179.7 x 73.7 x 63.1 in) | 4374 x 1860 x 1470 mm (172.2 x 73.2 x 57.9 in) |
| Weight | 2155 kg unladen, 2635 kg gross | - |
| Wheels size | R18 | R17, R18 |
| Trunk volume | 410 l | - |
| Front trunk | 107 l | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 14" touchscreen | 10" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10.3" | 10" |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes |
| Various | 14" passenger display | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated front seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof | Glass sunroof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, self parking, remote parking assist | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | 5 radars, 8 cameras, 12 sensors. Traffic sign assistant, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active distance assistant, Adaptive high beam assistant, Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Pedestrian warning function in the area of zebra crossings, Active Emergency Stop Assist | Adaptive intelligent headlights, Front radar, 5 cameras, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, camera/radar-based automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicycles recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Side Blind Spot Alert, Drowsiness detection, Rear cross traffic alert |
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| Price | 55000 USD | 38000 USD |