Mercedes-Benz CLA Depreciation Calculator
Calculate the Mercedes-Benz CLA depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA is an entry-level luxury four-door coupe that delivers a premium badge at an accessible price. Like most entry-luxury sedans, the CLA depreciates faster than mainstream sedans, with retained value dropping sharply in the first three years before stabilizing. Strong initial lease incentives and a steady supply of off-lease units keep used pricing soft.
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Year-by-year depreciation
Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $53,050
| Age | Value | % Retained | Annual depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| New | $53,050 | 100% | — |
| Year 1 | $39,257 | 74% | -$13,793 (26%) |
| Year 2 | $33,422 | 63% | -$5,835 (14.9%) |
| Year 3 | $28,647 | 54% | -$4,775 (14.3%) |
| Year 4 | $24,934 | 47% | -$3,713 (13%) |
| Year 5 | $21,751 | 41% | -$3,183 (12.8%) |
| Year 6 | $19,098 | 36% | -$2,653 (12.2%) |
| Year 7 | $16,976 | 32% | -$2,122 (11.1%) |
| Year 8 | $14,854 | 28% | -$2,122 (12.5%) |
| Year 9 | $13,263 | 25% | -$1,591 (10.7%) |
| Year 10 | $11,671 | 22% | -$1,592 (12%) |
Mercedes-Benz CLA depreciation by country
The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Mercedes-Benz CLA depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.
Baseline market. High lease penetration (~70%) floods the used market every 3 years, accelerating depreciation. AMG variants hold up notably better than base CLA 250 trims.
Depreciation is slightly softer than the US due to 4MATIC AWD being standard/popular in cold provinces. Winter-ready CLAs retain value better than FWD US-spec imports.
Strong company-car and PCP demand keeps CLA values healthier than in the US. Diesel CLA 220d variants historically depreciated faster than petrol due to ULEZ rules.
The CLA is popular as a Shooting Brake wagon in Europe, broadening buyer demand. Strong used demand in Germany and Benelux supports retention, though AMG 45 variants face insurance-driven discounts.
Entry-luxury Mercedes badges carry strong prestige value in the Gulf. CLA 45 AMG models are especially sought-after, though extreme summer heat can soften values on higher-mileage examples.
Sold as a CBU with steep import duties, meaning high MSRP and steeper depreciation. Limited service network outside metros makes out-of-warranty examples drop faster than comparable Audis.
The CLA competes directly with the Audi A3 sedan and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. Luxury Car Tax inflates new prices, so used CLAs depreciate sharply in years 1–3 before stabilizing.
Mercedes-Benz CLA depreciation after an accident
An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.
Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.
Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.
This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.