These Cars Will Drain Your Bank Account (Or Not!)

6. GLA-Class Mercedes-Benz

Model Years: 2014–Present; Average Yearly Repair Cost: $987* Even though the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is the smallest SUV in the lineup, maintenance costs are still high for this car. Compared to the Mercedes-Benz average of $908, owners of Mercedes-Benz GLA250 subcompact luxury crossover SUVs spend an average of roughly $987 annually to ensure that their vehicle is operating as it should.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Photos/SShutterstock ©VanderWolf Images Mercedes owners have reported that the engine of their GLA-Class has been stalling and that repairs are required to reseal the space between the fuel rail and fuel injector. Although the GLA-Class has a poor reliability rating—only 3 out of 5—and is ranked 27th out of 32 cars in its class, it should last longer than 15 years with proper maintenance.