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Mercedes-Benz invented the motor car in 1885 and has taken an important role in its development ever since. Known mostly for its luxury and prestige saloons and estates, it has significantly expanded its range in recent years, spanning models as diverse as the baby A-Class, SLK sports car and M-Class SUV.

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New Mercedes-Benz reviews

15 New Mercedes-Benz reviews available

Mercedes-Benz A-class reviews

Mercedes-Benz's A-class started life back in 1998 as a tall, compact people carrier. After a very early example of the car rolled over during a swerve test, Mercedes fitted electronic stability control to the A-class, making it the first mainstream model to boast this safety equipment. The second generation A-class (2005-2012) followed the MPV theme, but was better to drive and looked more upmarket. The latest model has morphed into a far more conventional, yet distinctive-looking hatchback. Read our reviews to see how the A-class compares with rivals.

Latest model: Mercedes-Benz A-class (2012-)

Mercedes-Benz A-class (2005-2012)

New price: £15,275 - £21,260
Mercedes-Benz A-class (2012-)

New price: £19,090 - £38,660

Mercedes-Benz B-class reviews

The Mercedes-Benz B-class is a medium hatchback, but it's tall and wide, giving it MPV-like versatility. The B-class can be luxurious, if the right options are specified. Prices are way in excess of other medium hatchbacks, although you are getting a finely-crafted and very safe car.

Latest model: Mercedes-Benz B-class (2012-)

Mercedes-Benz B-class (2005-2011)

New price: £19,635 - £25,195
Mercedes-Benz B-class (2012-)

New price: £21,665 - £28,260

Mercedes-Benz C-class reviews

The Mercedes-Benz C-class is popular large car, sold as a saloon, estate and coupé. Its main rivals are the Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series. The C-class is expensive to buy - new or used - but holds its value well. It's comfortable, and the latest diesel engines are very fuel-efficient.

Latest models: Mercedes C-class (2007-), Mercedes C-class Estate (2008-), Mercedes C-class coupé

Mercedes-Benz C-class (2007-)

New price: - - £66,610

Mercedes-Benz C-class Estate (2008-)

New price: - - £67,810

Mercedes-Benz C-class coupe (2011-)

New price: £29,945 - £98,170

Mercedes-Benz CL reviews

Mercedes-Benz CL (2007-)

New price: £87,780 - £164,155

Mercedes-Benz CLA-class reviews

Mercedes introduced the world to the ‘four-door coupe’ with its E-class-based CLS in 2005. Now it’s applied the same thinking to the A-class to create the CLA.

Latest model: Mercedes-Benz CLA (2013-)

Mercedes-Benz CLA (2013-)

New price: £24,895 - £44,340

Mercedes-Benz CLC reviews

The Mercedes-Benz CLC is actually an evolution of the previous C-class Sport Coupe, but it borrows its frontal styling from the current C-class saloon. Although it's a four-seater coupe, it's never been a particularly fast or sporty car.

Latest model: Mercedes-Benz CLC Coupe (2008-2010)

Mercedes-Benz CLC Coupe (2008-2010)

New price: £19,360 - £24,750

Mercedes-Benz CLS reviews

The original Mercedes-Benz CLS set the standard for luxury four-door saloons back in 2005. The second-generation CLS is aiming to build on its success, although it faces stiff competition from German rivals Audi and BMW.

Latest model: Mercedes-Benz CLS (2011-); Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (2012-)

Mercedes-Benz CLS (2005-2010)

New price: £48,190 - £77,415
Mercedes-Benz CLS (2011-)

New price: £47,600 - £81,495
Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (2012-)

New price: £49,385 - £82,645

Mercedes-Benz E-class reviews

The Mercedes E-class has a long legacy, being the German maker's mainstay for many years. It's a big luxury saloon (also available in coupe, estate and convertible forms) with many advanced features and an unruffled, refined atmosphere.

Latest models: Mercedes-Benz E-class saloon (2009-), Mercedes-Benz E-class Convertible (2010-), Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (2009-), Mercedes-Benz E-class estate (2010-)

Mercedes-Benz E-class (2009-)

New price: £28,925 - £83,655

Mercedes-Benz E-class Convertible (2010-)

New price: £34,595 - £57,230

Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (2009-)

New price: £31,225 - £55,230

Mercedes-Benz E-class estate (2010-)

New price: £31,185 - £85,445

Mercedes-Benz GL reviews

Mercedes-Benz GL (2006-2013)

New price: £55,720 - £74,150
Mercedes-Benz GL (2013-)

New price: £59,695 - £91,670

Mercedes-Benz M-class reviews

The Mercedes M-class is a full-size 4x4 that competes against the BMW X5, Volvo XC90, VW Touareg and the larger Land Rover models. The first M-class was introduced in 1998, while the current third-generation model was launched in 2012.

Latest model: Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2012-)

Mercedes-Benz M-class (2005-2011)

New price: £41,880 - £79,532
Mercedes-Benz M-class (2012-)

New price: £43,220 - £83,465

Used Mercedes-Benz reviews

16 Used Mercedes-Benz reviews available

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG reviews

1 review available (2010 - 2013) | Used price: from £131,000
Mercedes-Benz CLC reviews

1 review available (2008 - 2010) | Used price: from £12,295

The Mercedes-Benz CLC is actually an evolution of the previous C-class Sport Coupe, but it borrows its frontal styling from the current C-class saloon. Although it's a four-seater coupe, it's never been a particularly fast or sporty car.
Latest model: Mercedes-Benz CLC Coupe (2008-2010)
Mercedes-Benz CL reviews

1 review available (2007 - 2010) | Used price: from £28,250
Mercedes-Benz GL reviews

1 review available (2006 - 2012) | Used price: from £25,000
Mercedes-Benz S-class reviews

1 review available (2006 - 2013) | Used price: from £22,500

The S-class has traditionally represented the pinnacle of the Mercedes-Benz range, although it had to share the limelight with the now discontinued Maybach for a while. S-class is a very comfortable way to travel - if you can afford it.
Latest model: Mercedes-Benz S-class (2013-)
Mercedes-Benz B-class reviews

1 review available (2005 - 2011) | Used price: from £7,095

The Mercedes-Benz B-class is a medium hatchback, but it's tall and wide, giving it MPV-like versatility. The B-class can be luxurious, if the right options are specified. Prices are way in excess of other medium hatchbacks, although you are getting a finely-crafted and very safe car.
Latest model: Mercedes-Benz B-class (2012-)
Mercedes-Benz CLS reviews

2 reviews available (2005 - 2013) | Used price: from £15,095

The original Mercedes-Benz CLS set the standard for luxury four-door saloons back in 2005. The second-generation CLS is aiming to build on its success, although it faces stiff competition from German rivals Audi and BMW.
Latest model: Mercedes-Benz CLS (2011-); Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake (2012-)
Mercedes-Benz SLK reviews

2 reviews available (2004 - 2013) | Used price: from £10,595

Mercedes' SLK introduced the folding metal roof sports car to a whole new generation when it first arrived in 1996. The second-generation model took over in 2004, and the current SLK arrived in 2011. Later cars have the edge in terms of driving fun.
Latest model: Mercedes-Benz SLK (2011-)
Mercedes-Benz Viano reviews

1 review available (2004 - 2013) | Used price: from £8,895

The Mercedes-Benz Viano is a large people carrier based on the Vito van. As such the Viano isn't as refined as some rivals, but it's robustly designed and has some desirable luxury options.
Mercedes-Benz E-class reviews

5 reviews available (2002 - 2013) | Used price: from £6,375

The Mercedes E-class has a long legacy, being the German maker's mainstay for many years. It's a big luxury saloon (also available in coupe, estate and convertible forms) with many advanced features and an unruffled, refined atmosphere.
Latest models: Mercedes-Benz E-class saloon (2009-), Mercedes-Benz E-class Convertible (2010-), Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (2009-), Mercedes-Benz E-class estate (2010-)