2005 Mercedes-Benz Actros 480 review from Germany
"Lack of power when fully loaded"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Blown turbo hose 2x.
New transmission.
General comments?
Roomy cabin with good interior design is the place to be. Better cabin than on my previous trucks.
My only complaint is bloody transmission (too slow shifting, hard clutch), and serious lack of power when fully loaded. My previous DAF with the same amount of horse powers did much better. When uphill I need to change gear into 5th, 8th gear is not powerful enough.
My associate drives a Scania with the 480hp, and the truck has a lot more power than my Actros, especially when going uphill.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 480 hp diesel Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 18 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 320000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Daf x 480 |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 2007 |