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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon (1995-2002) review
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At a glance
| Price new | £23,885 - £60,320 |
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| Road tax cost | £255 - £415 |
| Insurance group | 27 - 47 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 357 - 643 miles |
| Number of doors | 4 |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Diesel
Pros & cons
PROS
Prestige, longevity, integrity, low depreciation
CONS
Most expensive choice in the class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon (95-02) rivals
Overview
The old E-Class was the definitive executive Mercedes for the Nineties and it’s still a fine choice. It oozes quality thanks to impeccable construction, silky smooth six-cylinder engines and a luxurious ride. Although it’s expensive, E-Class does everything so well that it renders the behemoth S-Class redundant for all but the fattest of fat cats. For pace and grace, our choice would be a E280 Elegance or Avantgarde at half their original price.
Later diesels are the best bet for keeping costs down. We recommend the automatic transmission over the manual gearbox.
Review contents
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Practicality & safety
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Interior, tech & comfort
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Engines & handling
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Ownership cost
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