Mercedes-Benz C-Class SC 01-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    50mpg average, 65 on long hauls - hard to beat.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handles neat, specialy with the ESP switched off!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Could be quicker on the 0 to 30mph. 30 to 70++ is fast.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Appalling!

  • Security and Service

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Annoying dealer no longer gives a courtesy car at weekends and it's a long walk to and from there!

  • 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