AVOIR

1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel

Ownership intelligence · Compact Cars · Diesel
74
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 97
Longevity 84
Maintenance 75
Depreciation 51
Performance 59
Efficiency 46

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel reliable?

AVOIR rates the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel's reliability 97/100 — excellent — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 74/100 (Good).

How long will a 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel last?

AVOIR scores the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel's longevity 84/100 (excellent), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel?

AVOIR scores the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel on maintenance 75/100 and depreciation 51/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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