Year | Make/Model | Nada Odds per 100 Cars | Lemon Odds per 100 Cars | ||
25 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 54100 miles driven2012 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
25 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 54100 miles driven |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Mercedes-Benz has been walking a tightrope. On the one hand, many people who thought nothing of buying an Audi or BMW couldn't quite see themselves in something so lofty as a Mercedes. On the other, attempts to counter such perceptions risked damaging the brand's equity. Despite some missteps over the past two decades, Mercedes-Benz has managed to avoid both Scylla and Carybdis. More people than ever perceive a Mercedes as a car they could own. Yet it retains more prestige among the general population than Audi and BMW. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
Quality engineering particular prior to the merge with Chrysler and since the dissolution of this partnership. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Everyone is impressed with a Mercedes Benz. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I grew up seeing Mercedes with as many as five 250,000 kilometer badges. These Mercedes were know to last as many as 1,000,000 miles. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz defines location and quality. Furthermore, their tradition in auto racing is so acclaimed. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Still a benz and implies more class than a BMW see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2004 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The M-B brand reflects quality and reliability. This car has been awesome on all accounts. I have had NO trouble at all, and it is so much fun to drive. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2002 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 192hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Mercedes has always had a good brand reputation and an image of a car owned by sucessful individual. The C-Class pricing allows an individual of modest means to buy one new. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Still marketed as a "comfort" vehicle. Could do more to market the sporty aspects. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
Toyota Tacoma Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
That is why I purchased it. see full Toyota Tacoma review |
2007 | 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Toyota has a reputation for reliability. see full Toyota Tacoma review |
2007 | 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Toyotas hold their value and are solid reliable trucks see full Toyota Tacoma review |
2007 | 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Very reputable and great resale value see full Toyota Tacoma review |
2007 | 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed 159-horsepower 2.7L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
I still see so many on the road that are at least 20yrs old. Hoping the 2.7L is at least half as reliable as the 22RE engine. see full Toyota Tacoma review |
2006 | 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
I have owned numerous Fords, Chevys, Nissans, and Toyotas. This was my 1st Toyo truck and it has been a shining example of the Toyota line. see full Toyota Tacoma review |