How much is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €25,000, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class depreciate per year?

A Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses roughly 9.2% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class2016

Petrol · 2.0L

€25,000ROI listing median

17 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€20k – €27k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 8h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€25,000

private sale ~€23,100 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€14,000 – €17,000

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

74k km

typical 74k km

Days listed

17d

avg on market · demand 86/100

AI Market Summary

Median mileage is notably low (72k km) for a 10-year-old car — verify service history and odometer integrity before committing, as this falls well below typical Irish usage patterns.
DCT gearbox shuddering in heavy traffic is common on this generation; test extensively in stop-start conditions and budget for potential gearbox servicing or replacement if symptoms present.
Direct injection carbon deposit buildup typically emerges 80k–120k km; request full service records and consider pre-purchase inspection to check for rough idle, hesitation, or misfires now or soon.
Electrical gremlins (door latches, window motors, infotainment crashes) are frequent; inspect all windows, locks, and screen operation thoroughly, and factor repair costs into your negotiation.
Generally fairly priced for the market — no strong over/undervaluation signal, but verify the unusually low mileage claim rigorously before treating this as a premium example.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

302 bhp

Torque

400 Nm

295 lb·ft

0–62 mph

4.7s

155 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

370L

1210L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

38.7 mpg

7.3 L/100km

Urban

30.4 mpg

Extra urban

46.3 mpg

CO₂

154 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

51L

Dimensions

Length

4.44m

4436 mm

Width

1.80m

Height

1.41m

Wheelbase

2.73m

Kerb weight

1,555 kg

2,055 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 96% · Child 91%

Insurance

Group 37E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 A-Class petrol is a competent small car with generally adequate reliability, but owners report concerns with dual-clutch transmission smoothness, electrical gremlins, and rising repair costs as vehicles age. It offers good driving dynamics and efficiency for the class, though servicing at independent specialists rather than main dealers is advisable for cost control.

Known issues

DCT dual-clutch gearbox shuddering and judder on low-speed manoeuvres, particularly in stop-start traffic
Electrical faults: door latch failures, window regulator motors failing, and infotainment system glitches
Direct injection carbon buildup on petrol engines around 80,000–120,000 km, causing rough idle and hesitation
Suspension strut top mounts wearing prematurely, causing clunking noises over bumps
Engine coolant leaks from thermostat housing gasket seals
Brake dust accumulation and corrosion of brake components due to poor ventilation design

Good for

Efficient petrol engine with reasonable fuel economy (45–52 mpg combined depending on driving)
Sharp handling and responsive steering for a city car
Relatively low insurance and road tax costs
Spacious interior for its compact footprint, good boot space

Years to avoid: 2014, 2015

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