C 200 CDI Estate, comments please

[Rideaday]

After a brief flirtation with an S type Jag Diesel, I would like to return to the fold with a C class estate diesel, has anyone any comments in particular on the Diesel 200 cdi, for me comfort comes first then economy and then performance.
Thanks

 

[dava]

Go for the 220, I feel the 200 cdi is underpowered for that size car.

 

[NewMB]

After a brief flirtation with an S type Jag Diesel, I would like to return to the fold with a C class estate diesel, has anyone any comments in particular on the Diesel 200 cdi, for me comfort comes first then economy and then performance.
Thanks

The C200 Cdi is a fine engine. Perhaps a bit underpowered, but as you write comfort comes first. Go for an Elegance model with the smaller wheels and softer springs.

 

[Blobcat]

If your used to the 250 then the 200 maybe enough, get a decent test drive first to be sure your happy. As per above get a decent spec with a small engine and you may well be doing well for residuals later on.

 

[Copydeck]

Telegraph's Honest John recommends a 200cdi saloon for longevity and high mileage.

 

[st4]

He had a V6 Diesel S type, this is a quite a rapid car with a sub 9 sec dash to 60. Even the 220cdi C Class won't be as fast, I'd maybe even recommend 270cdi engine in this case.

 

[colechelle]

love it, i got the saloon 200cdi and coming from a C320 petrol the fuel economy is unreal, anything after a 15mile run its up into the 50mpg mark, and yes, is not the fastest thing in the world but still does 140 on the flat, what more do you want!!!