Merc pumps up the value! 2026 Mercedes small and medium special edition models taking the fight to BMW 3 Series, Audi Q3, Lexus NX and VW T-Roc

Mercedes-Benz has kicked off the new financial year with value-add special edition versions of its key small and medium hatch, sedan and SUV models claimed to add up to $4800 worth of extra features at no additional cost.

The A-Class, CLA, GLA and GLB models draw elements from existing Mercedes option packages, the unique ‘Manufaktur’ colour palette and the Mercedes-AMG equipment list.

First up, the compact A-Class hatch, locked in battle with fellow Germans like the Audi A3 and VW Golf, and the CLA four-door coupe, lining up against the likes of the evergreen BMW 3 Series and its own C-Class stablemate.

Special Edition versions of these two feature ‘Night Package’ design elements, specifically a high-gloss black finish on the tailpipe trims and side sill panels as well as 19-inch AMG (twin) five-spoke alloy wheels. 

A panoramic sunroof is added to the A200 and CLA200 while the feature remains standard on the A 250 and CLA 250. 

Inside, grey seatbelts are matched by grey contrast stitching on the seats, dashboard and door panels. 

Similarly, Mercedes GLA and GLB models are in an arm-wrestle with Audi’s Q3 and Q5, BMW’s X1 and X3 as well as the likes of the Lexus NX and VW T-Roc.

To boost their appeal, Special Edition versions pick up the black Night Package highlights, with 20-inch AMG rims filling the wheel arches.

The Special Edition GLA cabin features ‘longitudinal-grain’ aluminium trim while the GLB swaps in ‘carbon-structure’ pieces.

At the same time, as part of this edition ‘Manufaktur Alpine Grey’ solid paint becomes available for the first time in the brand’s compact model line-up. And it’s offered with other Manufaktur solid and metallic paint options at no extra cost.

On sale now, Mercedes-Benz Australia confirms there is currently no limitation on number or time of availability for the Special Edition models. 

2026 Mercedes-Benz Special Editions

Model	Price (MRLP)
A 200 Hatch	$57,500
A 250 4Matic Hatch	$73,800
A 200 Sedan	$59,000
A 250 4Matic Sedan	$75,400
CLA 250 4Matic	$87,600
GLA 200	$63,600
GLA 250 4Matic	$80,500
GLB 200	$67,600
GLB 250 4Matic	$85,800