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

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

The Mercedes-Benz Metris's current nationwide average price is $31,711, and its year-round low is $24,474.73. That gives you a sense of where the model sits overall, with the lowest point landing well below the current average. Recently, prices have come down for the 2016, 2018, and 2023 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz Metris a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz Metris earns strong owner feedback across the full model range, and the 2016 expert review highlights a polished driving character that stands out for a commercial van. The all-generations owner rating is 4.33/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on value, amenities, and the way the infotainment system is set up, especially in the 2016 expert review. 26.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz Metris models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Mercedes-Benz Metris highly, and the 2016 expert review also points to a work-oriented design that should appeal to shoppers who want a van built for practical use. The overall picture suggests a model that can make sense for buyers who value durability-minded packaging and a straightforward ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz Metris 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 focusing on condition, maintenance history, and how the van was used before you buy.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Active Safety Plus option package with front and rear parking sensors, heated side mirrors, a blind-spot warning system, rain-sensing wipers, a collision prevention system, and a lane-departure warning system.
• Infotainment: a small 5.8-inch display with Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port, and optional navigation system.
• Fuel efficiency: 19.9 mpg in combined driving compared to the official EPA estimate of 22 mpg.

Which Mercedes-Benz Metris trim should I buy?

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris offers these trims:

• Mercedes-Benz Metris: The best-value choice if you want the model’s core passenger-van setup and the polished ride and responsive driving feel that define it.
• Mercedes-Benz Metris Passenger Van: Choose this if you want the passenger-focused configuration with the roomy, square cargo-and-people-hauling character highlighted in the expert review.

What Mercedes-Benz Metris do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz Metris years with the most listings are 2022, 2023, and 2017.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, mileage, and condition across multiple listings. They also tend to be the years buyers return to most often when they want a broader selection.

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

Prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which can create better entry points for used buyers. The declines are strongest on the higher-priced recent years, while the oldest year in the table shows a smaller drop. That pattern suggests the market is giving shoppers more room to negotiate across the board.

The 2016, 2023, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz Metris safe?

• 2016: 6/10

For the safest used buy, the 2016 model posts the highest confirmed score of 6/10.

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

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −7.2% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −2.67%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 27% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings. The Mercedes-Benz Metris offers a polished ride and responsive driving feel that help it stand out as a practical van.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, 208 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque, and 22 mpg.
• Tech: 5.8-inch display, Bluetooth connectivity, USB port, and optional navigation system.
• Safety: Attention Assist, Crosswind Assist, front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and blind-spot warning system.
• Starting price: $33,495

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2024 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.