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

The median asking price for a 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLAPlug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €30,950, based on 8 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

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

A Mercedes-Benz CLA loses roughly 10.3% 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 CLAPlug-in Hybrid?

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

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Mercedes-Benz CLA2021

Plug-in Hybrid

€29,950ROI listing median

37 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€30k – €32k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 8h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€30,950

private sale ~€28,598 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€20,965 – €25,458

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

72k km

typical 77k km

Days listed

37d

avg on market · demand 68/100

AI Market Summary

Plug-in hybrid delivers strong fuel economy and tax savings for mixed driving; electric-only range ideal for daily commutes under 50 km.
Pricing is fair—median €31,450 reflects typical market value for this age and mileage; no obvious premium or discount versus comparable rivals.
Battery degradation and high-voltage electrical faults are the main concerns on 2021 PHEVs; have a pre-purchase diagnostic scan completed at a specialist.
Check battery health report and full service history before purchase—plug-in hybrids need specific maintenance and warranty data proves dealer care.
Verify NCT status and exact CO2 emissions rating, as tax bands shifted in recent years; confirm motor tax liability with your insurer.

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Total cost of ownership

2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA · Plug-in Hybrid · per year

Estimated annual cost

€54,151/yr

Per month

€4,513/mo

Depreciation

€3,188

6% of total

Fuel / electricity

€49,940

92% of total

Maintenance

€650

1% of total

Road tax

€140

0% of total

Charger (annualised)

€233

0% of total

Assumptions: Depreciation based on €30,950 current market median at 10.3%/yr (regression from 8 listings across multiple years). Fuel cost assumes 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average), Irish fuel prices. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (WLTP regime). Maintenance is an AI estimate based on typical independent garage rates for this model. Home charger cost (€700 typical after SEAI grant) annualised over 3 years.

Annual running cost

16,000 km/yr · Ireland rates

Mercedes-Benz CLA 2021, all powertrain variants

Market-level estimate

All available fuel types sorted cheapest to run · WLTP figures where available · current market highlighted

PetrolPetrolcheapest to run

−96%€1,960/yr

5.5 L/100 km, petrol

Fuel €1,760/yrRoad tax €200/yr

median €27,950

DieselDiesel

−95%€2,347/yr

5.9 L/100 km, diesel

Fuel €2,077/yrRoad tax €270/yr

median €26,950

Plug-in HybridPlugin_hybridthis market+ charger needed

€50,080/yr

45% electric (18.0 kWh) + 55% petrol (282.5 L/100 km)

Fuel €49,940/yrRoad tax €140/yr

median €30,950

Assumptions: 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average). Fuel: petrol €2.00/L, diesel €2.20/L. EV: smart-night €0.17/kWh (80%), day €0.30/kWh (20%). PHEV split: 45% electric, 55% petrol. WLTP consumption figures used where available; real-world usage is typically 10-20% higher. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (WLTP regime, 2021+ registrations).

Home EV charger setup

The smart-night savings above require a home charger. Without one, you'll charge on public networks at significantly higher rates.

Installed cost

€800 – €1,500

7 kW charger + installation

SEAI grant

−€300

You pay €500 – €1,200 after grant

Public charging

€0.41 – €0.60/kWh

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Annual maintenance

AI estimate · Irish independent garage rates

Maintenance costs

€650

estimated per year

Hybrid PHEVs demand more frequent specialist attention than standard petrol; charging system and battery management diagnostics inflate labour costs significantly, and parts are typically 30–40% more expensive than non-PHEV variants at independent garages.

Annual service (HV + ICE hybrid)Oil change (5L 229.51 synthetic), spark plugs, filters, fluid checks; PHEV service is more complex than petrol, includes HV system inspection

€280/yr

Battery health diagnostic & conditioningAnnual BMS scan, battery balancing, and thermal management check to monitor degradation (typically 1–2% per year)

€150/yr

Tyres (amortised)Eco tyres wear faster due to weight; expect 40,000–50,000 km life; amortised over 4 years

€90/yr

NCT (amortised)€55 every 2 years; PHEV models prone to EGR/emissions sensor faults at test

€28/yr

Consumables & fluidsCabin/engine air filters, pollen filters, coolant top-up, brake fluid flush (every 2 years at €120), windscreen wash

€102/yr

AI-generated estimate · costs vary by usage and service history · not a financial forecast