Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 1.6 Trend (102bhp) 5d Tip Auto (2002/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Poor - overpriced new, heavy depreciation.
Costs
MB servicing, 2nd service £550 + extra's not covered (rear discs) = £800!
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On the road
Driving
Reasonably comfortable, better on motorway than around town.
Performance
Not bad, even sounds sporty when worked hard.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never failed to start, never broken down - front suspension a bit of a weakness.
Image
Looks good from the front, poor rear.
Comfort
Good - caries 7 well with the additional rear seats.
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Security and Service
Security
Not on anyone's 'pick list'.
Service
Service is poor, not interested, if you question or are dissatisfied then your not the sort of person who should have a MB (can you afford one sir!).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Leak from rear wash wipe - head lining replaced under warranty, weak front suspension, rear discs replaced after 2 yrs.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No