Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon (95-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly good value as a used buy from Merc Dealer.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel costs ok, but servicing and parts from dealer are dear.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very solid, but more sporting than I expected - nice handling.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Kompressor engine is punchy and excellent on motorways and in town.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Niggly problems, but ok otherwise... so far.

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    5 out of 5 5.0

    Feels wonderful to sit. People do notice it more than BMW or Audi.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic space and seat comfort. Not as refined as I expected, but still great for long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has the standard security equipment.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dealers are ok, but no better than Vauxhall or Ford. For the prices they charge, they should be a lot better.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New engine mounts.

    Other

    New steering rack.

    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