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Mercedes S-Class S500 LWB

Mercedes S-Class S500 LWB

Replacing popular cars is a tough task at the best of times, but when it comes to legendary saloons such as Mercedes' S-Class - universally acclaimed …
Road tests
14 Sep 2005
Mercedes SLK 280

Mercedes SLK 280

As Mercedes rolls out new engines across its entire range, it was only a matter of time before the SLK was offered with a new and updated powerplant.
Road tests
7 Sep 2005
Mercedes B-Class Turbo

Mercedes B-Class Turbo

High performance plus family-friendly practicality. With such a mix of abilities, the popularity of fast estates is no surprise - so why haven't high-…
Road tests
31 Aug 2005
Mercedes E320 CDI A'garde Estate

Mercedes E320 CDI A'garde Estate

Diesel is the fuel of choice for today's executive car drivers, thanks to a blend of economy & ever-improving performance.
Road tests
24 Aug 2005
Mercedes CLK Coupe
Side view of Mercedes-Benz CLK Coupe

Mercedes CLK Coupe

The whole world may be going crazy for the latest Harry Potter book, but not me. My current bedtime reading is an even lengthier affair than JK Rowlin…
Long-term tests
9 Aug 2005
Mercedes B180 CDI

Mercedes B180 CDI

Compact MPVs have be-come big news in recent years, with new offerings from virtually every mainstream car manufacturer hitting the road in the past 1…
Road tests
27 Jul 2005
Mercedes C320 CDI A'garde SE Est.

Mercedes C320 CDI A'garde SE Est.

As first attempts go, the latest Mercedes diesel takes some beating. The German firm has never built a V6 oil-burner before, but with 3.0 litres, six …
Road tests
15 Jun 2005
Mercedes C160 K Sports Coupe

Mercedes C160 K Sports Coupe

Whether it is the lacklustre performance or basic trim, Mercedes' cheapest models rarely live up to the reputation of the badge. But that has not stop…
Road tests
1 Jun 2005
Mercedes CLK270 CDI

Mercedes CLK270 CDI

I'm developing selective hearing. No, I'm not going deaf due to the children in the back of our new CLK, but friends and family are constantly express…
Long-term tests
10 May 2005
Mercedes-Benz C320 CDI Sport

Mercedes-Benz C320 CDI Sport

There's something very special about this C-Class, and it's all to do with what you can't see, rather than the things you can. Under the bonnet, the c…
Road tests
9 Feb 2005
Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI A'grade EuIV

Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI A'grade EuIV

Is this the ultimate holdall? With unrivalled boot space in its class, Mercedes' E-Class estate packs practical features, a wide engine range and supe…
Road tests
2 Feb 2005
ML350

ML350

It's Mercedes' new social climber! The latest M-Class has hit the road, and Auto Express is the first British magazine to get behind the wheel. It's a…
Road tests
15 Dec 2004
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Mercedes E350 Elegance Estate

Mercedes E350 Elegance Estate

You could be forgiven for thinking the firm had more or less given up on updating its cars...But then came the E-Class
Road tests
30 Nov 2004
Mercedes C220 CDI Sports Coupe

Mercedes C220 CDI Sports Coupe

Buying a coupe usually means compromise. What you gain in looks you lose in accommodation, and the pin-sharp handling can result in a lumpy urban ride…
Road tests
9 Nov 2004
Mercedes A200 CDI Autotronic 3dr

Mercedes A200 CDI Autotronic 3dr

It might have been a sales hit, but if the old A-Class faced one problem, it's that it was too dull for some. The upright stance and top-heavy dynamic…
Road tests
15 Sep 2004
Mercedes C-Class

Mercedes C-Class

The C-Class got smart in 2000. While the 1993 original was solid, it wasn't stylish - crucial when your rivals are the desirable BMW 3-Series and Audi…
Used car tests
4 Aug 2004
S-Class

S-Class

I'm leaving Auto Express, and besides the camaraderie and thrill of working on a weekly car magazine, the thing I am going to miss most is our long-te…
Long-term tests
13 Jul 2004
Mercedes Sports Coupe C230K SE

Mercedes Sports Coupe C230K SE

It might have been around for more than three years, but the Mercedes Sports Coupe is still a rare sight on British roads. Could this be because it fa…
Road tests
24 Feb 2004
Mercedes E500 4MATIC

Mercedes E500 4MATIC

There are certain things we take for granted in the executive saloon market: BMW and Mercedes build rear-wheel-drive cars, while Audi goes for front-d…
Road tests
10 Feb 2004
Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor

Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor

With BMW upsetting the traditionalists with its outrageous approach to styling, it looks as though rivals are treading a softer design path, hoping to…
Road tests
10 Feb 2004
S-Class

S-Class

I once heard that if Microsoft owner Bill Gates dropped a £50 note on the floor, it wouldn't be worth his time to stop and pick it up.
Long-term tests
10 Feb 2004
Mercedes S500L 7G-Tronic

Mercedes S500L 7G-Tronic

There's a mountain bike propped up against the office wall which has 27 gears. This might seem a little bit excessive to those of us who were brought …
Road tests
9 Dec 2003
The ultimate in ex-slr-ation

The ultimate in ex-slr-ation

There isn't a soul in sight as we pull the wraps from the first-ever production SLR to hit the road.
Road tests
16 Sep 2003
Mercedes C-Class

Mercedes C-Class

The Mercedes-Benz name is a byword for top-class motoring. Seen by many as the finest prestigious brand, the Stuttgart manufacturer's cars offer excel…
Used car tests
16 Sep 2003
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Mercedes C200 CDI

Mercedes C200 CDI

If there's one thing that matters in the company car class, it's emissions. With the Government setting CO2 tax brackets at ever more stringent levels…
Road tests
4 Aug 2003
Mercedes turns silver into gold

Mercedes turns silver into gold

There's a heat haze blurring the view of the Barcelona test track, but otherwise the circuit ahead is clear, so we risk squeezing the throttle a littl…
Road tests
17 Jun 2003
Mercedes C320 Sports Coupe

Mercedes C320 Sports Coupe

We've always felt disappointed by the C-Class Sports Coupe. Although sharply styled and impeccably built, it has traditionally lacked the driver appea…
Road tests
22 Apr 2003
Brawn winner

Brawn winner

Gentlemen, start your engines! The race to build the ultimate autobahn basher shows no signs of slowing up as Mercedes charges into the fray with its …
Road tests
9 Oct 2002
ML 270 CDI

ML 270 CDI

What's the most sought-after item on a Mercedes M-Class? The wood-and-leather interior? The latest diesel engine? Or maybe it's just the badge on the …
Long-term tests
18 Sep 2002
A mighty giant

A mighty giant

There are a few ways to get supercar-slaying performance from an everyday vehicle. Fitting turbos is one route, or you can create a race-honed engine…
Road tests
6 Aug 2002
Merc's perfect perk

Merc's perfect perk

For British executives, the gravy train has well and truly hit the buffers. No longer can you have the perk of a big luxury car without paying through…
Road tests
19 Jun 2002
ahead of the game

ahead of the game

Stand by for action! Mercedes has launched a pre-emptive strike against forth- coming competition in the prestige coup� market with its all-new CLK � …
Road tests
11 Jun 2002