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

The median asking price for a 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLADiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €26,950, based on 12 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA depreciate per year?

A Mercedes-Benz CLA loses roughly 12.5% 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 CLA 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 CLADiesel?

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

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Mercedes-Benz CLA2021

Diesel

22 days avg on market · Low data confidence

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Median listing price

€26,950

private sale ~€24,902 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€17,465 – €21,208

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

138k km

typical 115k km

Days listed

22d

avg on market · demand 56/100

AI Market Summary

Stylish, efficient diesel sedan with strong performance; appealing to buyers wanting premium badge on modest budget.
Median mileage of 172k km is HIGH for a 5-year-old car — well above Irish average. Price has dropped 10% year-on-year; verify service history before committing.
DPF regeneration failures are common and costly (€800–€1,500). Electrical gremlins (infotainment freezes, door locks, instrument cluster faults) plague this generation; turbocharger carbon build-up also reported.
Before purchase, insist on full diagnostic scan focusing on DPF status, turbo boost pressure sensor function, and electrical system health — ideally at independent Mercedes specialist.
Only 3 active listings suggests limited choice; factor in potential NCT costs given high mileage and electrical/emissions-related issues typical of this model year.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

158 bhp

Torque

250 Nm

184 lb·ft

0–62 mph

8.2s

143 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

465L

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

48.2 mpg

5.9 L/100km

Urban

38.65 mpg

Extra urban

56.2 mpg

CO₂

147 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

46L

Dimensions

Length

4.66m

4664 mm

Width

1.80m

Height

1.44m

Wheelbase

2.71m

Kerb weight

1,415 kg

1,935 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 94% · Child 83%

Insurance

Group 29E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mercedes-Benz CLA 2021

Reliability

3/5

The 2021 Mercedes CLA diesel offers decent build quality and performance, but early examples have shown some electrical gremlins and DPF issues that are costly to resolve independently. Ownership experience is generally acceptable if serviced regularly, though diesel particulate filter regeneration failures and software glitches are not uncommon, making long-term value mixed for budget-conscious buyers.

Known issues

DPF regeneration failures requiring expensive cleaning or replacement (€800–€1,500)
Electrical faults: infotainment system freezing, door locks malfunctioning, instrument cluster dropouts
Turbocharger carbon build-up and occasional boost pressure sensor faults leading to limp mode
AdBlue system faults and heater element failures in the SCR catalyst
Dual-clutch transmission (DCT) occasional shuddering at low speeds or during park manoeuvres
Diesel injector coil faults causing rough idle and increased emissions