Mercedes-Benz A-Class value and depreciation
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Projected value of a new Mercedes-Benz A-Class
We class the Mercedes-Benz A-Class as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 79% | R 646 271 | R 568 718 |
| 3 years | 60% | R 489 612 | R 430 859 |
| 5 years | 44% | R 361 781 | R 318 367 |
| 7 years | 32% | R 263 965 | R 232 289 |
| 10 years | 20% | R 161 422 | R 142 051 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 813 124; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Mercedes' entry model in SA went from quirky tall hatch in the late 1990s to a conventional premium hatch and sedan from 2013. The current W177 generation sold well against the BMW 1 Series and Audi A3, but the nameplate is being phased out globally with no direct successor. First-owner depreciation is steep, which makes clean used examples decent value.
What used A-Class years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 A-Class | R 813 124 | R 715 549 | Details → |
| 2025 A-Class | R 612 579 | R 539 070 | Details → |
| 2024 A-Class | R 505 392 | R 444 745 | Details → |
| 2023 A-Class | R 416 961 | R 366 926 | Details → |
| 2022 A-Class | R 339 734 | R 298 966 | Details → |
| 2021 A-Class | R 276 811 | R 243 594 | Details → |
| 2020 A-Class | R 225 542 | R 198 477 | Details → |
| 2019 A-Class | R 181 459 | R 159 684 | Details → |
| 2018 A-Class | R 145 993 | R 128 474 | Details → |
| 2017 A-Class | R 117 459 | R 103 364 | Details → |
| 2016 A-Class | R 94 502 | R 83 162 | Details → |
| 2015 A-Class | R 76 031 | R 66 907 | Details → |
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class: common questions
What is a Mercedes-Benz A-Class worth after 3 years?
A Mercedes-Benz A-Class bought new today for R 813 124 is projected to be worth about R 489 612 after three years, which is 60% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 430 859.
Does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class hold its value?
We class the Mercedes-Benz A-Class as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 505 392 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 76 031. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Mercedes-Benz A-Class cost per month?
Financing a new Mercedes-Benz A-Class at R 813 124 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 14 212 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.