How much is a 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €17,950, based on 6 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 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-Class2018

Diesel · 2.1L

15 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

There are 3 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 13h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€17,950

private sale ~€15,825 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€12,565 – €15,258

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

110k km

typical 112k km

Days listed

15d

avg on market · demand 96/100

AI Market Summary

Strong residual value and steady demand — +20% year-on-year uplift reflects confidence in this generation's appeal.
Urban drivers beware: 7-speed DCT prone to shuddering and jerking during low-speed manoeuvres; test thoroughly in car park and traffic.
Diesel engine requires diligent servicing — DPF clogging and EGR carbon buildup are common; inspect service history for regular dealer maintenance, not independent shortcuts.
Check for active warning lights on test drive and request full diagnostic scan; limp-home mode activation suggests neglected regeneration cycles or valve problems.
Median mileage at 152k km sits squarely in range for an 8-year-old; reliable odometer read, but verify NCT history to flag recurring fault codes tied to emissions systems.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

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 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Mercedes A-Class diesel is moderately reliable with typical German engineering quality, but owners should expect higher maintenance costs than competitors. The diesel engine itself is robust, though the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) has proven problematic in early W177 models. Fuel economy is competitive but real-world costs can exceed expectations due to DPF regeneration cycles.

Known issues

7-speed DCT shuddering and jerking at low speeds, particularly in urban driving and parking manoeuvres
DPF clogging and forced regeneration cycles causing excessive fuel consumption and warning lights
EGR valve sticking and carbon buildup leading to rough idle and limp-home mode
Turbocharger lag and occasional boost loss requiring software updates
Electrical gremlins with infotainment system freezing and connectivity issues
Front brake pad wear accelerated by regenerative-style braking calibration on some units

Good for

Spirited motorway driving with strong mid-range torque and decent fuel economy on longer runs
Premium interior design and build quality for the segment
Responsive steering and agile handling for a supermini
Decent warranty coverage if purchased with full service history from certified pre-owned scheme

Years to avoid: 2018, 2019

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Airbags2019

Passenger airbag may not deploy correctly due to connector issue in early W177 models

Remedy: Inspection and replacement of airbag control module connectors

2019/0154

Fuel System2018

Fuel filler neck may separate during refuelling due to poor weld quality

Remedy: Inspection and replacement of fuel filler neck and cap assembly

2018/0447

Engine2018

Engine may cut out during driving due to defective fuel pump relay

Remedy: Replacement of fuel pump relay module

2018/0593

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

by value score

2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel

€17,950

+3% vs expected price

140k km · manual · History Checked · 32d

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