How much is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €28,950, based on 6 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 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 2021 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-ClassPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Mercedes-Benz A-Class2021

Petrol

€28,950ROI listing median

29 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€29k – €29k

middle 50% of listings

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 12h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Listing price range

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

46k km

typical 33k km

Days listed

29d

avg on market · demand 94/100

AI Market Summary

**Mileage significantly below Irish average — verify odometer and service history carefully before committing.**
**Strong resale trend (+7.4% year-on-year) and tight pricing across listings suggest fair current valuation; comparable to class rivals.**
**Direct-injection engines prone to carbon build-up between 50k–80k km; rough idle and power loss common — budget for fuel system cleaning or intake valve service.**
**DCT transmission can judder at low speeds in traffic; request full dealer service history and confirm any software updates applied by previous owner.**
**Inspect MBUX touchscreen and infotainment responsiveness during test drive — software glitches reported; confirm it's not a persistent fault before purchase.**

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

225 Nm

166 lb·ft

0–62 mph

134 mph top

Engine

1.3L

1300 cc

Boot space

370L

1210L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

53.3 mpg

5.3 L/100km

Urban

40.4 mpg

Extra urban

64.2 mpg

CO₂

123 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

43L

Dimensions

Length

4.42m

4419 mm

Width

1.80m

Height

1.44m

Wheelbase

2.73m

Kerb weight

1,355 kg

1,870 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 96% · Child 91%

Insurance

Group 20E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2021

Reliability

4/5

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class petrol is a reliable modern compact car with strong build quality and a good warranty track record. Owners report generally trouble-free ownership, though early direct-injection engines can suffer carbon build-up and the dual-clutch transmission occasionally exhibits judder. Parts and servicing are moderately expensive due to the Mercedes badge, but this generation is less problematic than earlier A-Class models.

Known issues

Carbon build-up on direct-injection petrol engines causing rough idle and reduced power around 50,000–80,000 km
DCT (dual-clutch) transmission judder or hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres, particularly in traffic (software update sometimes resolves)
Infotainment system (MBUX) occasional software glitches or touchscreen unresponsiveness
Premature wear of front brake pads due to regenerative braking simulation in some drive modes
12V auxiliary battery drain in vehicles left unused for extended periods (parasitic drain from always-on modules)
Door lock actuators failing prematurely, especially in damp Irish climates

Good for

Refined, fuel-efficient direct-injection petrol engines (efficient cruising on motorways)
Modern MBUX infotainment with smartphone integration and good user interface
Strong structural rigidity and safety features (airbags, stability control well-tuned)
Comfortable, well-appointed interior for the segment; good noise insulation

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls1 found

Brakes2021

ABS control module software fault may cause loss of ABS function

Remedy: ABS module software reprogramming or replacement

llm-1775944309884

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

Potential value opportunities

by value score

2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

€28,950

+21% vs expected price

50k km · manual · Kildare, Kildare · 24d

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