Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate (86-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of car for the money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts and servicing can be pricey.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good combination of ride and handling.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Leaves most cars standing at the lights with its 3.2 straight six.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good. Only minor wear and tear things.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's a merc, need I say more?

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Seats are excellent and there's pleanty of room in the back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It took the dealer quite a while to get past the steering lock when the ignition broke.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I can drop off and pick up the car at any time, day or night.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Indestructable.

    Other

    New ignition needed. Air-con needed recharging.

    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