Mercedes-Benz GLS Depreciation Calculator
Calculate the Mercedes-Benz GLS depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS is the flagship full-size luxury SUV from Stuttgart, often called the 'S-Class of SUVs.' Like most three-row German luxury SUVs, it suffers from steep early depreciation, with heavy first-year losses on loaded Maybach and AMG variants, though mid-trim GLS 450 models hold residual value relatively well in the used luxury SUV market.
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Year-by-year depreciation
Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $131,000
| Age | Value | % Retained | Annual depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| New | $131,000 | 100% | — |
| Year 1 | $102,180 | 78% | -$28,820 (22%) |
| Year 2 | $87,770 | 67% | -$14,410 (14.1%) |
| Year 3 | $75,980 | 58% | -$11,790 (13.4%) |
| Year 4 | $66,810 | 51% | -$9,170 (12.1%) |
| Year 5 | $58,950 | 45% | -$7,860 (11.8%) |
| Year 6 | $52,400 | 40% | -$6,550 (11.1%) |
| Year 7 | $45,850 | 35% | -$6,550 (12.5%) |
| Year 8 | $40,610 | 31% | -$5,240 (11.4%) |
| Year 9 | $36,680 | 28% | -$3,930 (9.7%) |
| Year 10 | $32,750 | 25% | -$3,930 (10.7%) |
Mercedes-Benz GLS depreciation by country
The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Mercedes-Benz GLS depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.
Baseline market and the GLS's largest global sales territory. Three-row luxury SUV demand keeps mid-trim GLS 450 models resilient, while fully-loaded Maybachs depreciate faster due to their very high initial transaction prices.
Strong demand for AWD luxury SUVs in Canadian winters supports GLS residuals. Depreciation runs slightly steeper in CAD terms due to currency effects and higher new-car pricing.
Fuel costs, narrow streets, and the Range Rover's dominance limit GLS demand. Used values soften faster, especially for petrol AMG variants hit by ULEZ and benefit-in-kind tax treatment.
European buyers favor the diesel GLS 400d where available, and large SUVs face CO2 penalties and urban restrictions. Depreciation is steeper than in the US, particularly on V8 petrol models.
The GLS and Maybach GLS are status vehicles in Saudi Arabia with exceptional demand. V8 models and Maybach trims hold value notably better than global averages thanks to strong local preference for flagship SUVs.
Sold as a CBU/CKD import with steep duties and a price tag well north of ₹1.3 crore. The Maybach GLS 600 is chauffeur-driven and holds value reasonably well among ultra-luxury buyers, though servicing costs weigh on resale.
Luxury car tax and fuel costs pressure large-SUV values in Australia. The GLS 450 diesel historically held up better than petrol AMG variants, which face the sharpest depreciation curve.
Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 GLS.
Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.
Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates 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.