1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Avantgarde Kombi/Estate review from Germany
"Comfortable family cruiser"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Eats tail-light brake bulbs. On average a replacement is due every couple of months. Irritating, but easy and cheap to change yourself.
Left-rear electric window failure at 140,000 Km. Fixed by dealer.
Instrument panel bulb failures at various times. Fixed by dealer.
Apart from the bulb issues, this car has never been a problem (touch wood). Still going strong and is a comfortable cruiser for long journeys. Very large load-carrying capacity.
General comments?
Car is pretty quick, but is heavy.
Fuel consumption not bad.
4-matic helps in slippery conditions.
Standard equipment not very generous, but true for most German prestige models.
Generous internal room for driver and passengers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 V6 4-Matic Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi A4 |
| Date of Entry | 8th August, 2005 |