Mercedes-Benz EQA value and depreciation
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Projected value of a new Mercedes-Benz EQA
We class the Mercedes-Benz EQA as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 44% after three years and 30% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 67% | R 822 306 | R 723 629 |
| 3 years | 44% | R 547 435 | R 481 743 |
| 5 years | 30% | R 369 461 | R 325 126 |
| 7 years | 21% | R 256 165 | R 225 425 |
| 10 years | 13% | R 158 013 | R 139 051 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 235 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Mercedes' entry EV arrived in 2022 as part of the local EQ launch. It sells in tiny volumes given a R1.2 million price against petrol GLAs. Like most EVs in SA, early depreciation is steep.
What used EQA years are worth today
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EQA against its rivals
Where the EQA ranks
Mercedes-Benz EQA: common questions
What is a Mercedes-Benz EQA worth after 3 years?
A Mercedes-Benz EQA bought new today for R 1 235 900 is projected to be worth about R 547 435 after three years, which is 44% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 481 743.
Does the Mercedes-Benz EQA hold its value?
We class the Mercedes-Benz EQA as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 44% after three years and 30% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What does a used Mercedes-Benz EQA cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 598 700 retail today, while a 2022 model sits around R 363 028. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Mercedes-Benz EQA cost per month?
Financing a new Mercedes-Benz EQA at R 1 235 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 21 602 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.