Top 5 Cheapest Mercedes-Benz Models to Buy Used

Mercedes-Benz cars are the standard of style, comfort, and quality. To debunk the myths that all Benz are very expensive cars, in this rating, we collected the five cheapest Mercedes-Benz models that meet all modern quality and safety standards. And if you want your purchase to be even more beneficial, choose the right season and day to buy a car.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Most Popular Car

Average used car price: $18,000 - $30,000

The C-Class sedan, which belongs to the middle class, offers the driver and passengers excellent comfort. The model quickly became popular in the US market because it has a relatively low price for Mercedes brand. Car maintenance is not the cheapest (roughly more than $7,000 over five years, according to Edmunds), but it is not above average for luxury cars, considering the brand positioning. On the secondary market, you can find heavily discounted options. This is explained by the fact that cars of this class, especially convertibles, can idle in garages for a long time. If you are lucky, you might find an excellent Benz convertible which looks like absolutely new at a very attractive price.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Most Attractive Price on the Secondary Market

Average pre-owned car price: $16,000 to $49,000,

Mercedes-Benz A-Class cars stand out due to their compact dimensions and relatively cheap maintenance. At the same time, the engineers managed to keep traditional reliability, safety, and comfort. The model has high fuel economy. Up to 24 mpg in a city and 35 mpg on a highway, small tire size, and low price for consumables. Therefore, it won't be a financial burden during operation. And if new cars cannot be called the cheapest, then the prices on the secondary market can surprise. Five- or seven-year-old Mercedes can easily give a head start to other cars. However, a downside to the coin is a small trunk volume and a slightly cramped interior.

Mercedes-Benz GLA: Most Reliable Among the Cheapest Models

Price range for used model: $10,000 to $40,000 

The GLA mini-crossover, which belongs to the budget category, is sold at the most attractive price among cars with a similar body type. The Mercedes GLA is considered a youth car, which perfectly combines inexpensive maintenance, efficiency, and excellent dynamics (acceleration to sixty in less than 9 seconds). The showroom model is sold at a fairly low price of $41,850, which has also been gradually decreasing over the past five years. On the secondary market, its cost is even lower, and if maintenance is carried out on time, you can get a reliable Mercedes with a decent margin of safety.

Mercedes-Benz CLA: Best in Terms of Quality and Price Ratio

Average used CLA auto price: $9,000 - $57,000

The Mercedes-Benz CLA is an ideal car for sporty driving. Despite the range being very diversified depending on the year and mileage, the compact Mercedes with a fast body is one of the most inexpensive in its segment. It is equipped with frameless doors and a luxury exterior. The interior has everything you need for a comfortable ride, and all modern security systems are available. Among them, there is one that controls the driver’s attention to the road. This is a decent layout for a budget luxury car, so it deservedly occupies its place in our rating. Maintenance costs are almost the same as those carried out in the C-Class. One can hardly call this model practical. However, the CLA depreciates fast - it loses more than 50% of its price after five years of operation. So, buying a used Mercedes-Benz CLA is a beneficial option.

Mercedes-Benz B-Class: Luxury Hatchback with the Best Price

Price range for pre-owned vehicle: $8,000 to $17,000

The Mercedes Benz B-Class has a more spacious interior than its closest competitors (BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Volkswagen Golf SV). And surprisingly, it has quite an affordable price. A five-seater hatchback is also cheaper to maintain, than the above-mentioned competitors. Its exterior is laconic and can boast the latest technology. Of course, the brand’s traditional comfort and safety are also in place. Many owners agree that this model is practically in no way inferior to more expensive analogs while at the same time differing from them in practicality and rationality in operation. For these reasons, the B-Class has a tangible advantage in the secondary market, significantly affecting the cost. 

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