Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon E320 CDI Avantgarde 4d Auto (2003/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Overpriced for performance and quality.
Costs
Fuel economy about 38mpg - not bad for size of car and performance.
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On the road
Driving
So-so. Vague around central steering position on motorways. Average on twisty bits.
Performance
For a diesel, it's pretty good. Still runs out of revs though.
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Living with it
Reliability
Awful. Been off the road for 7 weeks in 14 months. Gearbox failure, fuel pump failure, oil leaks, too many cabin squeaks and rattles, wipers failed twice... Totally useless.
Image
Bland - ok for a Dusseldorf taxi driver.
Comfort
Best part of car. Smoothish ride, above average seats.
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Security and Service
Security
No deadlocks.
Service
This is the worst bit. The dealers are appaling. Arrogant, ignorant and uniformed about their product.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Leaks and more leaks.
Other
Too many cabin squeaks, rattles and groans.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No