Used Mercedes-Benz A-Class for Sale nearLake Havasu City, AZ

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 $20,051, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $20,051. 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 across the lineup. The all-generations owner rating is 4.69/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the luxurious feel, high-tech features, and enjoyable driving experience. The comfortable interior and stylish design also come up often, and many shoppers appreciate how the car balances comfort with performance.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are cabin space, value for money, and transmission behavior, with some years also drawing comments about styling and ergonomics.

35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz A-Class models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Mercedes-Benz A-Class as a luxurious, high-tech compact car with a comfortable interior and a fun driving character. Expert feedback also points to strong build quality, premium materials, and a solid overall feel.

• 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 worth checking carefully, especially by reviewing service history and confirming the car has been maintained well.

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

Across all model years, at 71% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Assistance Package
• Infotainment: dual-screen virtual instrument panel/infotainment touchscreens with MBUX multimedia system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth hands-free and audio streaming
• Fuel efficiency: 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: This performance version adds all-wheel drive, a more potent engine, a sport suspension, the latest technology, and a long list of standard features. It suits you if you want the quickest, most performance-focused A-Class.
• A 220 sedan: This is the non-AMG version and the best-value choice if you want the A-Class experience with a more accessible price and a strong mix of luxury and everyday usability.

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 give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, conditions, and deal quality. They also often become the most popular used picks because you can find more examples at a range of price points.

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

Prices are moving down across the lineup, and every year in the table shows a decline versus a year ago. That creates a favorable setup if you want to buy used, since recent model years have become more affordable. The changes are especially pronounced for the newer entries, while the older years also show meaningful softening.

The 2020, 2021, 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

The 2021 model includes a Driver Assistance Package that adds adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keep assist.

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 −9.83% versus a year ago, and the 2020 model is at −9.68%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2020 model has 35.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings at a current average price of $18,855. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class offers a premium cabin, upscale styling, and a high-tech feel that make it especially appealing in everyday driving.

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 October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.