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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 5-Series Reliability by Model Generation

Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only 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.
Year and Model % of Average Repair Frequency  
2014 - 2016 BMW 5-Series Reliability by Generation2014 - 2016 BMW 5-Series
3.1428571428571% Best 43% Worst
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2011 - 2013 BMW 5-Series Reliability by Generation2011 - 2013 BMW 5-Series
62.571428571429% Best 147% Worst
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2004 - 2010 BMW 5-Series Reliability by Generation2004 - 2010 BMW 5-Series
54% Best 132% Worst
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2000 - 2003 BMW 5-Series Reliability by Generation2000 - 2003 BMW 5-Series
69.428571428571% Best 159% Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability And Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My S550 had a transmission failure at about 45,000km. the torque converter casing had a flaw in it and it cracked. this stopped the car from being drivable. This should not really ahppen in a car costing in excess of $100,000 in my opinion. full 2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability And Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My S550 had a transmission failure at about 45,000km. the torque converter casing had a flaw in it and it cracked. this stopped the car from being drivable. This should not really ahppen in a car costing in excess of $100,000 in my opinion. full 2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class review