Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sports Coupe C220 CDI 3d Seq Auto (2001/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
50mpg average, 65 on long hauls - hard to beat.
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On the road
Driving
Handles neat, specialy with the ESP switched off!
Performance
Could be quicker on the 0 to 30mph. 30 to 70++ is fast.
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Living with it
Reliability
Appalling!
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Security and Service
Service
Annoying dealer no longer gives a courtesy car at weekends and it's a long walk to and from there!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
New glow plugs every two months!
Other
New security system, new fuel injectors (twice), new fuel pump, new fuel sensors, new ignition system, new CD player - all in all the cost of roadside replacement cars and repairs has probably excedded the cost of the car - but all under warranty.
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