How much is a 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €14,950, based on 13 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class depreciate per year?

A Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses roughly 15.1% 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 2017 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Mercedes-Benz A-Class2017

Diesel · 2.1L

23 days avg on market · Low data confidence

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There are 7 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 9h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€14,950

private sale ~€13,419 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€8,899 – €10,806

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

142k km

typical 143k km

Days listed

23d

avg on market · demand 82/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel engines deliver strong fuel economy and low running costs — ideal for high-mileage Irish drivers, but DPF clogging is common in this generation and triggers limp mode; expect €800–€1,500 repair cost.
Median €14,125 is fair value for age and mileage. Market up 13.5% year-on-year, but no shortage of stock (20 active listings) — negotiate hard, don't rush.
AdBlue system faults and electrical gremlins (fuel gauge, engine management lights) are frequent; these require dealer coding, adding cost. Three recalls on file — verify all completed before purchase.
Before buying, request full service history and proof of DPF cleaning or replacement; run engine diagnostics to check for stored fault codes and AdBlue sensor health.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

134 bhp

Torque

300 Nm

221 lb·ft

0–62 mph

8.8s

130 mph top

Engine

2.1L

2100 cc

Boot space

341L

1157L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

70.6 mpg

4 L/100km

Urban

58.9 mpg

Extra urban

78.5 mpg

CO₂

103 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

50L

Dimensions

Length

4.30m

4299 mm

Width

1.78m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.70m

Kerb weight

1,485 kg

2,010 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 93% · Child 81%

Insurance

Group 18E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2017

Reliability

3/5

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class diesel is a capable compact car with a refined engine but suffers from costly electrical gremlins and DPF-related issues common to this generation. Ownership can be expensive due to dealer-reliant repairs and engine management problems, though the diesel is more fuel-efficient than petrol variants. Represents average value for money in the used market given the frequency of faults relative to rivals like the BMW 1-Series or Audi A3.

Known issues

DPF regeneration failures and clogging, leading to limp mode and expensive forced DPF cleaning or replacement (€800–€1,500)
Electrical faults causing dashboard warning lights, particularly fuel gauge sender issues and engine management light activation
AdBlue system faults (incorrect level reading, pump failures) requiring replacement units and coding (€400–€700)
Turbocharger issues including carbon build-up and occasional actuator stiction, especially on low-quality diesel
Crankshaft position sensor failures causing intermittent start issues and rough idle
Gearbox judder on low-speed manoeuvres (7G-DCT dual-clutch gearbox) exacerbated in cold weather

Good for

Excellent fuel economy (45–55 mpg real-world depending on driving style) and low CO₂ emissions
Smooth, refined diesel engine with good torque delivery from low revs
Tight, premium cabin design and comfortable seating for short to medium journeys
Strong resale value and relatively affordable purchase price on the used market

Years to avoid: 2016, 2017, 2018

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