Mercedes Benz Slk Class depreciation
A 2016 Mercedes Benz Slk Class averages $20,145 — a 1998 averages $8,163 (59% lower).
Updated July 25, 2026 · Live dealer listing data
Average price by model year
| Year | Average price | Avg. mileage | vs. previous year | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $20,145 | 63,765 | +$2,015 | 28 |
| 2015 | $18,130 | 67,505 | −$220 | 64 |
| 2014 | $18,350 | 70,314 | +$3,026 | 49 |
| 2013 | $15,324 | 84,445 | −$861 | 31 |
| 2012 | $16,185 | 79,188 | +$2,025 | 42 |
| 2011 | $14,160 | 74,746 | +$833 | 14 |
| 2010 | $13,327 | 78,396 | +$451 | 13 |
| 2009 | $12,876 | 80,572 | +$2,512 | 26 |
| 2008 | $10,364 | 100,530 | −$412 | 16 |
| 2007 | $10,776 | 80,647 | +$842 | 38 |
| 2006 | $9,934 | 93,629 | −$2,164 | 60 |
| 2005 | $12,098 | 81,228 | +$2,823 | 35 |
| 2004 | $9,275 | 79,541 | −$454 | 17 |
| 2003 | $9,729 | 85,669 | +$155 | 21 |
| 2002 | $9,574 | 75,103 | +$1,206 | 14 |
| 2001 | $8,368 | 75,965 | −$811 | 31 |
| 1999 | $9,179 | 61,671 | +$1,016 | 12 |
| 1998 | $8,163 | 81,451 | — | 19 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mercedes Benz Slk Class depreciate per year?
A Mercedes Benz Slk Class averages out to roughly 3.3% of value lost per year, though real-world depreciation is front-loaded — steepest in the first few years. A 2016 averages $20,145, while a 1998 — 18 years older — averages $8,163: 59% lower overall. Figures come from live dealer listings, updated July 25, 2026.
Which Mercedes Benz Slk Class model year is cheapest?
The 1998 Mercedes Benz Slk Class is the most affordable model year we track, averaging $8,163 — 59% below the 2016 average of $20,145. Compare every year in the table above.
How many Mercedes Benz Slk Class model years can I compare here?
This depreciation curve covers 18 model years, from 1998 to 2016, each averaged from live dealer listings and refreshed daily.
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