Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Toyota Tundra Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Mercedes-Benz E-Class or Toyota Tundra reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Toyota Tundra truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Toyota Tundra reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Toyota Tundra were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Toyota Tundra have been recently.
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability and Durability
| Reliability and Durability of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The 2008 E-Class is far more reliable than previous E-Class models, many of which are plagued by quirky electronic issues. No such issues with this model. Perhaps the most reliable model thus far. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
They are not known for being inexpensive to maintain. While the scheduled maintenance trips are not cheap, so far I have had virtually no problems with the car. trips that are not but they are known for having |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes has long been known for reliability |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The car still drives like a solid new car at 94000 miles |
| Reliability and Durability of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driver side mirror cracked in the cold in the first 2 months. Piece of driver door trim came loose after a couple of months. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Poor reliability in the past 5-10 years |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It never works right. There is always some sort of other problem. Problem after problem after problem, it never ends. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Materials look & feel great, and seem well put together, but durability is questionable. E.g., glovebox door soft close craps out, as do the tweeter "triangle" housings in the forward door corners). Airmatic suspension is known problem area. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
My repairs are mostly for simple things that should last longer. Engine and Trans are stellar. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not reliable at all. Close to 100K miles and have had to replace the pump that raises the car up and won, wheel bearings and engine mounts. Very expensive. Steering wheel fluid is $30 for a quart |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
TOO many !@#$# trips to the dealer for ball joints, ignition key failure, Total brake failure of EBS, and $1000/visit oil change |
What Our Members Are Saying about Toyota Tundra Reliability and Durability
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