Used Mercedes-Benz CLA for Sale nearDes Moines, IA

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

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

The Mercedes-Benz CLA's current nationwide average price is $26,051, and its year-round low is $25,913.63. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model is trading right now across the years in the data.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz CLA has a strong owner reputation for style, a premium feel, and a smooth driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.56/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the CLA for its stylish design, luxurious feel, and modern features. Value also comes up often, especially for buyers who want a compact luxury car with a more upscale atmosphere than many alternatives.

Expert reviews rate the 2026 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The trade-offs show up most often in power, ride quality, and practicality, with some recent expert reviews also pointing to tight rear seating and modest cargo room.

33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz CLA models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently highlight the CLA’s stylish design, premium feel, and modern features. Across the model years in the data, owner ratings stay in a strong range, which points to a model that continues to satisfy many used buyers.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz CLA between 4.0 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 condition, service history, and vehicle history reports, especially on older examples.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 75.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard driver aids include adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring with exit assist, emergency braking, and traffic sign recognition.
• Infotainment: a 10.25-inch driver display and a 14-inch center display running the fourth generation of Mercedes’ MBUX infotainment system, with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Which Mercedes-Benz CLA trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA offers these trims:

• CLA 250+: The rear-wheel-drive model gives you the single-motor setup, a comfortable and confident ride, and the core premium cabin and tech experience; it’s the best-value choice if you want the CLA’s main strengths without stepping up to the dual-motor version.
• CLA 350 4Matic: This all-wheel-drive model adds the dual-motor setup, stronger output, and quicker acceleration, making it the pick if you want the most performance in the lineup.

What Mercedes-Benz CLA do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz CLA years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a broader mix of prices, trims, and deal opportunities. That makes them easier starting points when you want both selection and value.

What is the Mercedes-Benz CLA's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The steepest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the smaller declines suggest some older examples are moving more gradually.

The 2017, 2022, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 7/10
• 2017: 8/10
• 2014: 4/10

The CLA gets a class-exclusive center airbag, and standard driver aids include adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring with exit assist, emergency braking and traffic sign recognition.

For the safest used buy, the 2017, 2021 and 2026 models all post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz CLA now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −23.96% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.44%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.2% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,877. The Mercedes-Benz CLA offers a stylish, upscale look with a smooth driving experience and a luxurious feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: the latest CLA pairs a 268 hp single-motor setup with an 85-kWh battery, while the dual-motor version makes 349 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque, and the car can go from 10 percent to 80 percent charge in 22 minutes.
• Tech: it brings a 10.25-inch driver display, a 14-inch center display, augmented-reality navigation, and standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: the latest model adds a class-exclusive center airbag and standard driver aids including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring with exit assist, emergency braking and traffic sign recognition.
• Starting price: Mercedes expects it to start right around $60,000.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature. These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.