Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon 00-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good equipment level.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb economy with 50mpg easily attainable. Servicing costs are reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly rewarding experience for a diesel saloon.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Flexible and torquey engine. Eats the miles on the motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Oh dear! In seven months of ownership, this car has had more faults than every other car I've ever owned put together. Worse still, none of the faults have been connected with each other.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Still has that special image... in other people's eyes.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Seats are very firm, but that suits me fine.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seems comprehensive enough.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dealers have been very sympathetic. MB less so.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None yet.

    Other

    Parking brake, steering column, indicators, electric windows, ignition key and clutch.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No