Front shocks had to be replaced at 150,000.
At 153,000 oil leaks from the engine block - gaskets changed (might be switch to synthetic oil).
At 155000km the aircon compressor shorted - had to change the compressor, relay and temperature sensor.
Well built - solid construction. No creaks or other noises. Quality of the interior plastics is excellent. MB-tex seats like new. Cabin a bit smallish.
For a 2.0L model, adequate power and torque for city driving - avoid the 1.8 as it is underpowered. Rear wheel drive and multlink suspension give the car excellent handling characteristics.
For HiFi nuts - the small interior space and sealed boot mean limited audio options.
The car is solid and most cars start leaking oil around 130,000m I changed the valve cover gasket on my and am in the process of changing the oil pan gasket as well. good part source is www.thebenzbin.com.
God Bless.
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