How fast does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class depreciate?
Average depreciation
12%per year
The newest Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2022) has a fair price of about $25,008. Older model years retain progressively less of that value.
Value retention by model year
| Model year | Age (yrs) | Fair price | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | $25,008 | 100% |
| 2021 | 5 | $21,698 | 87% |
| 2020 | 6 | $19,279 | 77% |
| 2019 | 7 | $16,999 | 68% |
This is a cross-sectional estimate: it compares the mileage-adjusted market prices of different model years today, not the resale history of a single car. Actual depreciation depends on mileage, condition, trim, and market shifts.
12-year depreciation forecast
Projected resale value and typical accumulated mileage for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class by vehicle age. Rows marked Market are backed by current listings; Projected rows extrapolate the 12%-per-year rate.
| Age (yrs) | Model year | Est. miles | Resale value | Retention | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2022 | 48,000 | $25,008 | 100% | Market |
| 5 | 2021 | 60,000 | $21,698 | 87% | Market |
| 6 | 2020 | 72,000 | $19,279 | 77% | Market |
| 7 | 2019 | 84,000 | $16,999 | 68% | Market |
| 8 | 2018 | 96,000 | $15,009 | 60% | Projected |
| 9 | 2017 | 108,000 | $13,211 | 53% | Projected |
| 10 | 2016 | 120,000 | $11,628 | 47% | Projected |
| 11 | 2015 | 132,000 | $10,235 | 41% | Projected |
| 12 | 2014 | 144,000 | $9,008 | 36% | Projected |
| 13 | 2013 | 156,000 | $7,929 | 32% | Projected |
| 14 | 2012 | 168,000 | $6,979 | 28% | Projected |
| 15 | 2011 | 180,000 | $6,143 | 25% | Projected |
Mileage assumes ~12,000 mi/yr. Projected values use the fitted depreciation rate and are floored at 15% of the newest year's value; they are estimates, not guarantees.
Frequently asked questions
How fast does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class depreciate?
About 12% per year, based on a comparison of mileage-adjusted market prices across model years.
What is a Mercedes-Benz A-Class worth after 7 years?
A 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is worth roughly $16,999 — about 68% of the newest year's fair price.
What will a Mercedes-Benz A-Class be worth at 15 years old?
Projecting the 12%-per-year rate forward, a 15-year-old Mercedes-Benz A-Class (around 180,000 miles) would be worth about $6,143 — roughly 25% of the newest year's value. A projection, not a guarantee.
Cross-sectional depreciation estimate from live market listings, adjusted for mileage · updated 6/25/2026. Estimates only; your car's value depends on condition, options, and location.