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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Mercedes-Benz E-Class depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a benchmark midsize luxury sedan known for refined engineering, advanced tech, and executive-class comfort. Like most European luxury sedans, it depreciates faster than mainstream cars, with retained value dropping sharply in the first three years as off-lease inventory floods the used market.

1-year depreciation
22%
5-year retention
43%
MSRP
$61,900–$88k
Avg mi / year
12,000

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$42,721
-57%
Value at purchase
$74,950
Brand new
Value when you sell
$32,229
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$8,544
Depreciation / mi
$0.71
W214
6th generation · started 2024

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $74,950

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $74,950 100%
Year 1 $58,461 78% -$16,489 (22%)
Year 2 $50,217 67% -$8,244 (14.1%)
Year 3 $42,721 57% -$7,496 (14.9%)
Year 4 $36,726 49% -$5,995 (14%)
Year 5 $32,229 43% -$4,497 (12.2%)
Year 6 $28,481 38% -$3,748 (11.6%)
Year 7 $24,734 33% -$3,747 (13.2%)
Year 8 $21,736 29% -$2,998 (12.1%)
Year 9 $19,487 26% -$2,249 (10.3%)
Year 10 $17,239 23% -$2,248 (11.5%)

Mercedes-Benz E-Class depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Mercedes-Benz E-Class depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market. Heavy lease penetration accelerates first-three-year depreciation, but AMG variants and 4MATIC trims retain value noticeably better than RWD base models.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-2% retention

Canadian buyers strongly prefer 4MATIC, which commands a premium on resale. Depreciation tracks roughly 2% softer than the US due to tighter import supply.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-8% retention

Strong executive and fleet demand keeps the E-Class relevant, but heavy diesel representation in older stock hurts resale as ULEZ zones expand. Estate variants retain value slightly better than saloons.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-5% retention

Core home market with deep demand, especially for diesel and plug-in hybrid variants used as executive transport. Germany and Italy see particularly firm resale for low-mileage examples.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+10% retention

Mercedes badges carry huge prestige in Saudi Arabia and the E-Class is a staple executive sedan. Demand for V6 and AMG variants keeps resale notably stronger than in Western markets.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
+5% retention

The long-wheelbase E-Class is a top-selling luxury sedan in India, with chauffeur-driven demand supporting prices. High import duties on new units mean used examples hold value relatively well.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-6% retention

Luxury Car Tax inflates new prices, which widens the new-to-used gap and accelerates early depreciation. Wagon and AMG variants are rarer and hold up better than base sedans.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Mercedes-Benz E-Class depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Minor accident
+9% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+20% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+36% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class FAQ

How much does a Mercedes-Benz E-Class depreciate in the first year?
A new E-Class typically depreciates about 22% in the first year, one of the steeper first-year drops in the luxury segment. This is driven by heavy lease turnover and aggressive new-car incentives that quickly erode used values.
What is a Mercedes E-Class worth after 5 years?
After 5 years and roughly 60,000 miles, an E-Class retains about 43% of its original MSRP. A $70,000 E 450 4MATIC would typically be worth around $30,000, though AMG variants can hold closer to 48% retention.
Why does the E-Class depreciate faster than a Toyota Camry?
Luxury sedans like the E-Class carry higher maintenance costs, expensive out-of-warranty repairs, and a heavy supply of off-lease units — all of which accelerate depreciation. Buyers also discount older tech features heavily in the luxury segment, where each refresh makes the previous generation feel dated.
Does the AMG E 63 depreciate less than a regular E-Class?
Yes. The AMG E 63 S tends to depreciate 3–5% slower over five years thanks to limited production, enthusiast demand, and the hand-built AMG V8 engine. Well-kept, low-mileage examples can even stabilize in value after year 6.
How does mileage affect E-Class resale value?
Each mile driven beyond the 12,000/year average reduces value by roughly $0.10. An E-Class with 90,000 miles at 5 years old will typically sell for 8–12% less than one with 50,000 miles, and service records become critical past 60,000 miles.

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