Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon C220 CDi Esprit 4d Auto (5) (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Depends on your personal values - for me it's extremely reliable and good to drive.
Costs
After purchase, surprisingly reasonable. Services around 16,000 miles
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On the road
Driving
Cruises round town beautifully. Thunders along the motorway.
Performance
This engine (common-rail diesel) has made me think hard about ever buying a petrol engine again. Power and economy combined.
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Living with it
Reliability
86,000 miles so far and only one headlamp bulb has gone wrong.
Image
Not flash, but very respectable.
Comfort
Good for the driver, but bit cramped in the back.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None. Needs oil between services.
Other
Occasional electrics problems (rear interior light/sunroof), but not persistent.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes