Any Mercedes drivers??

I’ve herd there is loads of issues with q5s, I’d look at an Audi A5/a6
i loved my a4

I have an older E Class estate and it’s never missed a beat, other half has an Audi that’s always in the garage. You can get a bit of a bad one from any model. I like my older one for the more basic interior though, all the cars these days seem to look like the bridge of the starship enterprise. Give me a radio with some real buttons any day of the week, but each to their own. Based on courtesy cars when mine gets serviced, the GLA is small inside for how big it is to park in narrow spaces. I can park a LWB van, it’s not a car that’s unworldly big to park, but it does need more consideration than a fiesta for no real internal space benefit.

Mind you, took my car in fir service a couple of weeks ago abd got loaned a courtesy car with the flash new dashboard.. NO THANKS 😂

We have 3 mercs in total, mine, my mums old CLK Which is around 2002 plate and a super car plus DHs ancient but trusty E class estate which has the turning circle of the Ark Royal but is as reliable as Old Faithful abd brilliant for long journeys as it's like a moving living room

Hmm. I have a 2017 CLS shooting brake. I love it, it's a nice ride, although DH says it's not "sporty" enough. Personally I just drive it economically from A to B so I don't really throw it around lol. When I need a burst of speed it's got plenty of oomph.
I do around 1000 miles a month and average around 49-53mpg.
the downside is the alloy wheels, they are notoriously soft on Mercedes abd BMW so I do feel as if I'm constantly dealing with tyre abd wheel issues on our badly-repaired roads. I mainly drive right in the lane to try abd keep wheel damage to a minimum.

We have a GLC, I adore it. It has never put a foot wrong, unlike my old BMW which broke down at least 4 times a year (at 3 years old).

Same here.It did feel like luxury driving-but at a price! I got rid of mine a few months ago as it was diesel and ULEZ is hitting my city next year so I wanted rid of it before diesel car values drop through the floor

If you take it to Mercedes for servicing then yes it will cost a bomb for a major service where extra bits are due to be replaced!.

I have GLA AMG and love it. Comfortable, easy to drive and still love how it looks.
When the time comes to replace, I’d definitely go for another Mercedes

I have had a C-class (admittedly one of the lairy AMG models so slightly non-standard) since March 2021. Very pleased with it overall although the satnav isn't the best for accurate directions. For your intended use I'd go for the GLC - good boot on those. Reliability has been pretty good up to now. Not cheap to run/maintain though. Worth considering a service plan, you save quite a bit that way

I have a glc good car . Mercedes are great cars .

I had the e class before the glc the e class was something else now that was sleek to drive and fun . My dc loved that car too.
The last few years have been when I too could afford a nice car , it was an Audi before the Mercedes that too was a lovely car .

just remember the upkeep with Mercedes . Look up what it will cost for it’s service yearly they have different types of service each year the Mercedes website will give you all the info .

Another point about the glc I think it’s a better car for villages and city if it’s the countryside you def need to pick your tyres carefully.

Had a c-class. Amazing to drive but really uncomfortable and impractical. Cost a fortune to run! Best car I’ve ever driven but wouldn’t recommend!

I have a very elderly E class, which I bought when it was 18 months old. I love it. However, I haven't been very impressed with the newer models, so I think I will keep it until it dies unless, for some reason, it fails its MOT next year (so far no cause for concern). Very reliable, goes like a bomb, when required, easy to park (no electronic parking aids) and looks smart.

We have a GLC. I love it. No young children with prams or car seats though. I did miss my Kuga in winter for the heated windscreen and the media system can be a little slow at times but it can bloody park itself 😂, not that I use that function but still!

We have 3 currently and have had another 4 in the past.

I swore never to have one as I hated my Dad’s in the late 80s but I couldn’t be without them now.

I have a CLA and it’s torture with baby - I find the back too low to get baby in and out of. Looking to trade it in and get a GLC now. So I wouldn’t go CLA if you’ve got young kids.

I’ve had several, currently have a 2020 GLA and can’t wait to change it for a BMW. If you are buying a 22 or 23 you’ll be ok but before that the entertainment stuff is not great, very old fashioned, horrendous sat nav and we had to buy everything extra including electric mirrors! For the same price we are getting a brand new BMW and hi h has all the bells and whistles. I think Mercedes is past it’s peak now and if you’re looking for cool then a Mercedes is not for you

Me & DH share a Mercedes c class estate and I love it! Unfortunately it's a company car and it's being swapped for a polestar as they are cutting out any cars that aren't electric but back to the point I love our merc

I love my a class but I'm aware it's just a Renault with a Merc badge

I had a CLA, lovely car. You cant go wrong with Mercedes.

For model recommendations, look at the BMW X3 and X5, and the Audi Q series, from Q2 through to Q8.

I had a C Class Convertible a few years ago and loved it, never had a single problem and drove it until I'd put over 100k on the clock which is the only reason I sold it. I bought the Mercedes service package with the car which was well worth the money. I've had an Audi A3 which was a lovely car to drive but not great for space and broke down about a year after I bought it and the sat nav was crap.

Not a fan of Mercedes. I’d recommend looking at BMW or Audi instead.

I have an A class and love it. I have three children: 2 car seats and one still in a push chair and they all fit. The boot space is plentiful and it's nice to drive. I love all of the tech and could not be without my rear camera. I know it's superficial but it also looks nice.

I'm considering a Mercedes A class for my next car, is it very expensive to maintain in terms of servicing, repairs and tyres? I'm used to Ford currently which I assume is cheaper....!