Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate (86-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For the same money as a smoky K-plate MPV, I got leather, cruise control, electric everything and the three pointed star. That's value.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some parts (body) are cheap some are not (engine).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles better than a 12 year old big estate has any right to!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    0-60mph in mid 7 seconds. Awsome midrange. 230+bhp and no Cat.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I've had a few issues, but at 150k miles I suppose that's due.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats not as comfy as my old 820 Rover, but then again I have long legs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok for age. Local kids tend to go for hot hatches, not big brown estates.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Mixed.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket at 150,000 miles.

    Other

    Tracking. Local garage can't get it right.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes