W205 C300d Estate

[Alfahorn]

I’ve never owned a Mercedes but I’m after a wagon as my next car. I’m interested in views on the C300d circa 2018-19 as these are cars in my budget.

I’m interested in this model as I do circa 20,000 miles a year including regular trips from Leicestershire to South Lanarkshire, I want the effortless extra torque the 300 gives over the 220, otherwise I don’t know a huge amount about them.

Any tips or suggestions welcome.

[Gassmi]

Great engine. That OM654 is smooth and torquey. 50mpg easy on your runs. Check for oil leaks around the front timing cover and make sure the AdBlue tank isn’t crystallising. Gearbox service every 50k not 75k. Rear air suspension if you get estate - listen for compressor noise on startup. Otherwise solid.