Mercedes-Benz South Africa has officially launched its Agility Finance solution for the new A-Class, offering customers a flexible finance contract that can be tailored to suit their needs.
“Agility is one of the best ways to purchase a Mercedes-Benz, as customers have flexibility,” said the company.
“This tailor-made finance solution comes with a Guaranteed Future Value and customers have the opportunity to select their mileage and term upfront to suit their needs.”
How it works
Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) is a commitment on the part of Mercedes to the value of the vehicle, resulting in a lower monthly installment and a shorter finance term for the customer, it said in an official statement.
In general terms, GFV is a way in which an automaker will ensure what a vehicle is worth at the end of its finance term, which acts as a form of consumer protection against depreciation.
The policy’s price points are advertised according to a 48-month contract, but clients are also able to apply for Agility solutions for periods stretching anywhere from 12 months to 60 months.
When selecting a 36-month term, customers can additionally participate in an Agility Earned offer, which rewards users with a 0.25% interest rate reduction on both the second and third year of the contract.
To qualify for Agility Earned, clients must set up a monthly debit order payment, and ensure that all payments are issued in a timely manner.
When a finance arrangement reaches the end of its term, customers can choose to buy a new Mercedes vehicle, keep their current car and refinance the remaining balance, or return it and receive their guaranteed payout, bearing in mind that “fair wear and tear” guidelines apply regarding the condition of the vehicle.
“We have offered Agility to our customers in South Africa for almost 10 years, with that and more experience in other markets around the globe, we know how to meet the financial needs of our customers,” said Robert Hoffman, the CEO of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services in South Africa.
“Our long-standing Agility customers as well as newbies to Agility provide us with excellent feedback about the flexibility and the options that the product gives. It also makes accessibility to a variety of luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicles more attainable.”
What’s available
Mercedes-Benz Agility Finance is available for the following A-Class models:
- Mercedes-Benz A200 hatch Progressive – R791,550
- Mercedes-Benz A200 sedan Progressive – R846,550
- Mercedes-Benz A200d sedan Progressive – R916,200
- Mercedes-AMG A35 sedan 4Matic – R1,128,750
- Mercedes-AMG A35 hatch 4Matic – R1,234,550
- Mercedes-AMG A45 S hatch 4Matic+ – R1,381,550
The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) shown above includes a 5-year/100,000km maintenance plan, which customers are entitled to exclude from the purchase of their vehicle.
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