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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate (1996-2003) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £25,685 - £62,620
Road tax cost £335 - £415
Insurance group 27 - 47
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 339 - 586 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Prestige; longevity; integrity; low depreciation

CONS

Most expensive choice in the class

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been the definitive executive choice for the past seven years. BMW almost matches it with the 5-Series, which is as well-built and arguably better to drive. But in a market where conservatism is all, the E-Class whispers, rather than shouts ‘success’. This is Mercedes-Benz at its very best; sophisticated, luxurious and desirable.

And while there may not quite be an E-Class for everyone, it appeals to a wide spectrum of executive buyers and renders the larger S-Class redundant for all but the fattest of fat cats.