2026 Mercedes-Benz CLATrue Cost of Ownership in Israel
221 hp turbocharged inline-4, compact luxury coupe, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (83%), VAT (17%), insurance, fuel at ₪2/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$94K
Base: $44K
Annual Total
$24K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$37K
83% of base price
VAT
$14K
17% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$215K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA — Full Cost Breakdown in Israel
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $44K |
| Import Duty (83%) | $37K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (17%) | $14K |
| Total Purchase Price | $94K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $4K |
| Annual Maintenance | $6K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $2K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $24K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $215K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.613 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Fuel Cost Calculator — Israel
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,600
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$300
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,800L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$24.00
12L × ₪2.00
Mercedes-Benz CLA Depreciation Curve
The Mercedes-Benz CLA loses approximately $24K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $44K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $33K | 75% |
| Year 2 | $29K | 65% |
| Year 3 | $25K | 57% |
| Year 4 | $22K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $20K | 46% |
Depreciation based on luxury segment averages.
Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Competitors in Israel
How does the Mercedes-Benz CLA compare to similar cars available in Israel?
Mercedes-Benz
CLA
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Israel
$24K
BMW
3 Series
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Israel
$12K
Mercedes-Benz
C-Class
Base Price
$47K
Annual Cost in Israel
$13K
Audi
A4
Base Price
$44K
Annual Cost in Israel
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Israel market. Import duty (83%) and VAT (17%) applied to all models.
🇮🇱 Owning a Car in Israel
Very high import taxes on all vehicles.
Expensive for Israel
Annual car costs = 64% of average Israel income ($38K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$38K
In Israel
Fuel Price
₪2.00/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
83%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
17%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Middle East
Popular Car Brands in Israel
Mercedes-Benz CLA in Israel — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mercedes-Benz CLA in Israel.
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA has a base price of $44,000 USD. In Israel, after 83% import duty and 17% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $94,208 USD (₪94,208 ILS).