How much is a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-ClassPlug-in Hybrid worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-ClassPlug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €31,425, based on 4 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class depreciate per year?

A Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses roughly 15.2% 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-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 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-ClassPlug-in Hybrid?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-ClassPlug-in Hybrid using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class2020

Plug-in Hybrid

€29,950ROI listing median

22 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€28k – €39k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 12h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€29,950

private sale ~€27,674 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€19,600 – €23,800

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

140k km

typical 153k km

Days listed

22d

avg on market · demand 74/100

AI Market Summary

Excellent fuel economy and low emissions in mixed driving; strong performance and luxury interior appeal to premium buyers seeking tax efficiency.
Fairly priced against rivals; median €31,425 sits mid-range, reflecting age and mileage—good value if you accept plugin hybrid battery wear as normal wear item.
Battery capacity loss of 10–20% is standard after 5–8 years; charging port corrosion is common in Irish damp climate—factor repair costs into total cost of ownership.
Before buying, request full charge-cycle test and inspect charging port for white/green corrosion; get mechanic report on coolant circuit and hybrid module condition.
Two active recalls on file—confirm both completed with dealer records; overheating hybrid modules in summer and blockaged coolant circuits require preventive inspection on older stock.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

197 bhp

Torque

440 Nm

325 lb·ft

0–62 mph

7.4s

148 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

540L

1660L folded

Seats

4 doors

EV range

48 km

13.5 kWh

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

57.7 mpg

4.9 L/100km

Electric

15 kWh

per 100 km

CO₂

128 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

66L

Dimensions

Length

4.95m

4945 mm

Width

1.85m

Height

1.46m

Wheelbase

2.94m

Kerb weight

1,915 kg

2,530 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 95% · Child 90%

Insurance

Group 46E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2020

Reliability

3/5

The 2020 E-Class PHEV (likely E 350de) offers impressive combined range and low-emissions capability, but ownership can be expensive due to complex hybrid systems, battery degradation over time, and high repair costs at independent garages. Real-world fuel consumption is significantly higher than WLTP figures if the battery isn't regularly charged, making fuel economy claims misleading for infrequent chargers.

Known issues

Battery capacity degradation after 5–8 years; loss of 10–20% electric range typical
Charging port corrosion and intermittent charging failures, particularly in damp climates
Hybrid module overheating in summer; coolant circuit blockages reducing cooling efficiency
DSG 9-speed automatic gearbox judder and hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres or hybrid-to-petrol transitions
12V auxiliary battery drain and weak-link failures; frequent resets required
High-voltage power electronics faults causing limp-home mode; water ingress near battery pack seals

Good for

Low-emission city driving on electric power alone (30–50 km range depending on battery health)
Company car users benefiting from favourable BIK tax treatment and CO₂-based incentives
Motorway cruising; petrol engine is efficient and refined on longer runs
Smooth, quiet start-stop transitions when battery is in good health

Years to avoid: 2020, 2021

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