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

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    You can pick up a good one for £1,500.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad, use specialist or trusted garage.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Solid, effortless driving.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    In Sport mode its a hoot!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I'm on 243,000 with a gearbox and radiator the only bits of kit I've bought in 100k miles.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I think they look great.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit ""springy"" when low on fuel or people.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not great, but who's likely to take?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Do not use main dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems.

    Other

    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