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Aston Martin DBX vs Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class — Depreciation

Aston Martin DBX holds its value better — 46% five-year retention against 46% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class.

On five-year value retention the Aston Martin DBX comes out ahead, holding about 46% of its value versus 46% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. Over the first five years the Aston Martin DBX loses roughly $108,247 while the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class loses about $24,675 — a gap near $-83572.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Aston Martin DBX sheds about 17% in year one versus 32% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.