Mercedes-Benz CLC value and depreciation
Known for budget route into a mercedes coupe.
Depreciation curve
We class the Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 79% |
| 3 years | 60% |
| 5 years | 44% |
| 7 years | 32% |
| 10 years | 19% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A short-lived coupe sold from 2008 to 2011, essentially a reworked version of the previous C-Class SportCoupe. It offered a cut-price route into a Mercedes two-door. The used pool is small and values are low.
CLC against its rivals
Mercedes-Benz CLC: common questions
Does the Mercedes-Benz CLC hold its value?
We class the Mercedes-Benz CLC 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.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.