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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Mercedes-Benz G-Class depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is an icon of luxury off-roading with a cult following that defies normal depreciation curves. Constrained supply, celebrity demand, and decades of boxy heritage give the G-Wagen one of the strongest resale profiles in the luxury SUV segment — often holding 70%+ of its value after five years.

1-year depreciation
6%
5-year retention
71%
MSRP
$148,250–$186k
Avg mi / year
9,500

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$158,769
-95%
Value at purchase
$167,125
Brand new
Value when you sell
$8,356
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$31,754
Depreciation / mi
$2.65
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4th generation · started 2025

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $167,125

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $167,125 100%
Year 1 $157,098 94% -$10,027 (6%)
Year 2 $147,070 88% -$10,028 (6.4%)
Year 3 $137,043 82% -$10,027 (6.8%)
Year 4 $127,015 76% -$10,028 (7.3%)
Year 5 $118,659 71% -$8,356 (6.6%)
Year 6 $110,303 66% -$8,356 (7%)
Year 7 $101,946 61% -$8,357 (7.6%)
Year 8 $93,590 56% -$8,356 (8.2%)
Year 9 $86,905 52% -$6,685 (7.1%)
Year 10 $80,220 48% -$6,685 (7.7%)

Mercedes-Benz G-Class depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Mercedes-Benz G-Class depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market and the largest for G-Class sales. AMG G 63 demand routinely outstrips supply, with lightly-used examples often selling at or above MSRP in the first two years.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-4% retention

Strong demand mirrors the US, with slightly softer pricing due to currency and smaller buyer pool. Winter-ready AWD character keeps depreciation slow in Alberta and Ontario.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-7% retention

Right-hand-drive G-Wagens are coveted status vehicles in London and the Home Counties. Depreciation runs a touch steeper than the US due to high road tax and fuel costs on the V8.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-10% retention

Built in Graz, Austria, the G-Class is a homegrown favorite but CO2 penalties and urban restrictions weigh on the G 63. Diesel G 400d variants retain value particularly well in Germany.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+12% retention

One of the most desirable luxury SUVs in the Gulf — G 63 brabus-tuned examples command huge premiums. Retail prices and used values both run well above US levels.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-12% retention

Sold as a CBU with punishing import duties pushing prices past ₹3 crore. Tiny buyer pool and limited service infrastructure cause faster depreciation than other markets.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-3% retention

Luxury car tax inflates new prices, which ironically supports used values. G 63 and G 550 retain strongly in Sydney and Melbourne's wealthy enclaves.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Mercedes-Benz G-Class 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 G-Class.

Minor accident
+9% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+20% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+35% 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.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class FAQ

How much does a Mercedes-Benz G-Class depreciate per year?
The G-Class depreciates far slower than most luxury SUVs, losing only around 6% in year one and 5–6% annually thereafter. After 5 years it typically retains about 71% of MSRP, compared to ~45% for the luxury SUV average. Constrained production and waitlists are the primary drivers.
What is a G-Wagen worth after 5 years?
A G 550 purchased new for $150,000 will typically be worth around $106,000 after 5 years and 47,500 miles. An AMG G 63 bought at $185,000 often retains $135,000–$145,000, especially with desirable Manufaktur colors or low mileage.
Why does the G-Class depreciate so little compared to other Mercedes models?
Production is capped at roughly 40,000 units per year globally, creating persistent waitlists that prop up used prices. The boxy design hasn't fundamentally changed in 45 years, so older models don't look dated, and celebrity demand keeps the G 63 culturally relevant.
Does the electric G 580 depreciate faster than the V8?
Yes, early data suggests the G 580 with EQ Technology depreciates 3–5% faster than the G 550 and G 63 at the 3-year mark. EV luxury SUVs generally suffer steeper depreciation, and the G 580's heavier weight plus unproven off-road battery longevity soften demand.
How much does an accident reduce a G-Class's value?
A minor incident reduces resale by ~9%, a moderate accident by ~20%, and a major structural accident by up to 35%. Because G-Class buyers are uniquely concerned with provenance and originality, a clean Carfax is disproportionately important to retained value.