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In Germany at 90mph I got 35m/gal...
Sometimes the mileage is higher than the 23/33 you mention and others it is low, it does vary. I run injector cleaner through about every 2K miles, seems to help.
1. The rear window defroster is malfunctioning
2. The memory for adjusting the seat(s) is not working
3. The steering-wheel positioning does not allow an upward movement
4. The break peddle rattles when the car is started
5. The windshield wipers go crazy at times
6. The navigation system does not work correctly
7. When I turn the heater on, the A/C light comes on
8. The entire inside windows covered in a layer of ice.
I wondered if anyone experienced these same problems or has any suggestions. Talking to the German dealer has been frustrating and nothing seems to get fixed. At this rate, we are even hesitant to have it shipped over here to the states. Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated.
Mercedes-Benz is one of the winners in this year’s compilation of breakdown statistics by the German motorists’ association ADAC. The brand’s passenger cars received top marks in three automotive categories.
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class was the winner in the “Lower Mid-Range” category, making it the most reliable compact car on Germany’s roads, according to the breakdown statistics compiled by ADAC. The average breakdown rate for the 2004 models of the A-Class was only 2.3 per thousand.
Equally impressive was the performance of the M-Class, which won top honours in the “Off-Roader” category. The average breakdown rate for the 2004 models of the M-Class was only 2.5 per thousand.
The experts at ADAC were especially pleased by the models of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the S-Class, whose extremely low breakdown rates won them top spots in the “Upper Mid-Range/Luxury Class” category.
A couple of nits: Having come close to a "panic" stop twice now - the rear brakes actually sound and feel like they are locking up. I've not stood on the pedal long enough to find out if that's a problem. What are the panic braking characteristics that you've noticed?
Also, can't DCX give me a rearview mirror compass? Navigating the Atlanta cow trails called "roads" I used to rely on a compass to get me out of the tree canopy. I suppose I shoulda popped for the nav system...
This is good news for the current E320 CDI's replacement which will have the same 320 designation, but the car (a 2007 model) will have an all new 224hp 3.0L V6 that MB expects to be able to comply with Cali (and others) emissions once low-sulfur diesel is available next year.
M
I could not access the website you had provided!
Here is another site with the record breaking news. Quite an endorsement for the MB320CDI.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/050503/nytu158.html?.v=8
http://www.germancarfans.com/news.cfm/newsid/2050502.003
This would be a great engine for the new MB M class.
You can bet that engine will be placed in the E, ML, R and maybe the next generation C-Class starting as soon as this fall or for the 2007 model year. All MB, BMW and Audi are waiting for is that clean diesel fuel to be in good supply in the U.S. I predict that all three will do big diesel business, getting the word out is key. Diesels need to be cast in a different light so people don't hold onto those negative images from the last go round.
M
Powerful, great mileage and luxury one could hardly ask for anymore.
However, twice in the last week, the car has felt like it has completley lost its turbo or low end torque.
It is similiar to starting out in third gear perhaps. Once I turn off the engine and turn it back on it is back to normal. This happened Sunday and again on Wednesday. The strange thing is the car can still accelerate, albeit very slowly.
I took it into the dealer and they cannot find the problem. Basically, I have to wait until it happens again (hopefully won't) and then they can see for themselves.
Has anyone had or know of anyone that has had this kindof experience. I read where a 98 had some power loss.
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I followed a fellow into the parking lot in a new E320 CDI. I struck up a conversation with him and found that he did the European delivery. It saved the cost of the trip and then some. He absolutely loves the car. He told us the performance is better than any gas vehicle in it's class. He gets consistent 36 MPG on the highway and 26 in the city. He has 7000 miles on it, as he has homes in San Diego and TX. He has had no trouble with the car.
Continuing from their recent world records in Laredo, Texas, three E320 CDI drove 1039 miles without refueling to Tallahassee in Florida, with an average fuel consumption of 4.75 liters per 100 kilometers, or 49.9 MPG in US units. The unmodified world record cars were used for this test, under the supervision of the USAC (United States Auto Club).
5/20/2005
M
http://www.biodiesel.org/resources/users/artists/willie.shtm
Test drives in this car have been VERY fun. I'll need to look at the prices paid forum but if anybody can provide insight as to what kinds of deals you got with equipment listed, that would be great too!
-Paul
Good question. What I can tell you is the best price is usually taking european delivery. That is 7% off the top. The dealer here likes it because it is not from his inventory. I think the CDI sold out pretty fast in most markets. Will the dealer where you test drove your car give you a deal?
I've got my list of wants on the car, my wife has her list of wants. For the most part, they match. So I have to figure which options we ultimately want (too bad no XM - have it on 2 cars already), figure their invoice value, then decide on a price over invoice we are willing to pay.
Any info on whether the iPod interface will work like I hope it does or the V vs I6 engine?
-Paul
-Paul
Still trying to determine if the V6 or the I6 diesel would be a better way to go...
M
-Paul
The Subaru dealer called the Mercedes dealer here in Las Vegas Nevada (the only one) and was offered $33,000 for the car. I knew I was going to take a hit, but over $20,000 for basically a brand new car.
I don't know if it is just my MB dealer in LV that is a rip off artist, or these things simply have no value. I am really disgusted and can honestly say I will never purchase a MB again after this debacle.
I should add that my girlfriend was offered $19,000 for her 2002 Saab 9-5 in a trade-in for a Hynduai, so apparently the MB is only worth $14,000 more than a three year saab that was falling apart.
Good luck to all of you and at least don't buy one here in LV.
trading it a 2005 benz for a Subaru just for the AWD sounds lame.
although i did trade an E320 wagon for a jetta TDI wagon after 4 years.
i bet you probably don't really need AWD! pffft on AWD.
a set of 4 blizzaks on the CDI will make it great in snow.
With a lot more style, and better mileage than the Subaru. If it does not work out sell it where ever you are moving. Then downgrade to the Subaru. CA is the best bet for top dollar. They are a prized jewel in the LA & Bay area.
http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102608
M
It is fast, powerful and gets unreal gas mileage. I had some issues with it recently, but after the second visit the service dept. figured out the problem and it should be smooth sailing.
What bothers me, however, is the way it performed in the rain. I have little confidence in its bad weather performance. But after reading some of the comments, tires are probably the issue.
Another point is I have had nothing but front wheel drives and I believe that driving in poor weather in a rear wheel drive will just take some getting used to.
I think I will hold out for the ML diesel when it hits. The gas mileage is really hard to give up.
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Dealers always rip you off. Unless there was really something wrong with it, you should have sold it yourself. I would have gladly taken it off your hands for 33k, but if you had advertised it I doubt if I would have been able to do so with all the competition. But with 33k cash you could have negotiated quite a bit on your new car.
Is it still for sale? Even with the airfare that would be a good deal for somebody.
Any details, differences? things worth waiting instead for, or anything to use as a bargaining chip?
I would think about waiting another year for the probably ?07 cdi's that will run on the lower sulfur, but don't see the ability to wait the whole year (unless i lease for 1 year instead of buying?) Any thoughts?
Thanks!
WAKE UP.