Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon C200K Avantgarde SE 4d Auto (2002/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Having paid £26 000 for an Avantgarde model, I have to say I was disappointed I could have bought a V6 Audi A4 automatic, with full leather, for the same price. Slightly disappointing.
Costs
Mercedes dealers never hold back at services. I'm tempted to leave things unfixed, to avoid the £500 visits! I'm sorry? £30 for an orange indicator bulb.... The car does about 35mpg in everyday driving, rather good for a supercharged petrol.
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On the road
Driving
While not an incredible sports car, the C-Class handles well, and I always feel very well stuck to the road when driving the car. In short, it's very easy to drive.
Performance
The car is very sprightly indeed for a 1.8! Performance is more than satisfactory.
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Living with it
Reliability
A sea of seemingly endless electrical faults constantly come up on the trip computer. Fortunately, these are minor faults, and if Mercedes dealers think I'm visiting them when such minor glitches come up, they've got another thing coming. Engine is fine.
Image
It's a Mercedes, so yes, it's got a good image - nothing extraordinary to report.
Comfort
My favourite thing about the C200 is that, even with sportier Avantgarde suspension, it rides extremely well. It's seats are also quite comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Security is fine - nothing bad to point out.
Service
Too expensive. Should be far better.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Plagued with electrical faults.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes