Used Mercedes-Benz A-Class for Sale nearCharlottesville, VA

How much does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz A-Class prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class's current nationwide average price is $20,595, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $20,595 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2020, 2021, and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz A-Class earns strong marks from owners for its luxurious feel, high-tech features, and enjoyable driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.69/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the comfortable interior and stylish design, and they also value the car's premium feel and engaging character. Expert coverage reinforces that appeal with strong technology, a modern cabin, and a fun-to-drive personality.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The trade-offs that come up most often are cabin space, value, and transmission behavior, especially in the more performance-focused versions.

34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz A-Class models reliable?

Owners and expert reviewers consistently point to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's premium feel, strong build quality, and enjoyable driving character. The car also earns praise for its comfortable interior and high-tech features, which help it feel polished and modern.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz A-Class between 4.4 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and confirming the car has been maintained consistently.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

Across all model years, at 70.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Infotainment: MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) multimedia system with dual-screen virtual instrument panel/infotainment touchscreens and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates it at 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway/25 mpg combined

Which Mercedes-Benz A-Class trim should I buy?

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class offers these trims:

• Mercedes-AMG A 35 4Matic sedan: The performance version with all-wheel drive, a more potent engine, sport suspension, the latest technology, and a long list of standard features; best if you want the quickest, most performance-focused A-Class
• Mercedes-Benz A 220 sedan: The non-AMG version with the 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four powertrain and a more accessible price point; the best-value choice if you want the core A-Class experience

What Mercedes-Benz A-Class do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class years with the most listings are 2020, 2021, and 2019.

Higher-listing years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, mileage, and condition mix. They also often become the most practical starting points when you want both selection and deal availability.

What is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's resale value?

Prices are down across every model year shown, which is good news if you're shopping used. The largest drops are in the low double digits, while the smaller declines still give you room to find a better entry point than a year ago. The 2021, 2020, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class safe?

• 2021: 8/10
• 2019: 7/10

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz A-Class now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2021 model is at −7.9% versus a year ago, and the 2020 model is at −7.99%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 33.9% good and great deals, and the 2020 model has 32.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $19,569. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class offers a premium cabin, modern technology, and a stylish compact-luxury feel that makes it easy to live with and easy to enjoy.

If you're buying used today, the 2020 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.