USED Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon (06 - )

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4 out of 5 stars

For Sublime refinement; effortlessly classy

Against Running costs are steep

Verdict It’s big, imposing and worth the money

Go for… S320 CDI

Avoid… S5000

1. The S-Class is luxurious, refined and epitomises what luxury cars are all about
2. The S-Class also comes packed with technology designed to keep passengers safe and the driver in control
3. The 320CDI diesel version makes the most sense, with more manageable fuel bills and better resale values
4. The electrics are the most vulnerable with the Comand sat-nav system a possible weak spot, while the engine can slip into safe mode and require dealer attention
5. Ex-limo and executive taxi cars are easily spotted – thanks to their astronomical mileages – and are best avoided
6. The 320 CDI diesel does an average of 34mpg, which isn't bad considering the size of the car, but road tax will cost over £400, because of the CO2 emissions of 220g/km