9 Year Old Hybrid Advice

[AlwaysLearning]

I'm on the hunt for a new (to me) car and my searches all seem to end up at a C Class.

Specifically I spotted a C-Class 2.0 C350e 6.4kWh Sport Estate, 2016 with 106k on the clock. I've never owned a hybrid before though have driven one a little. Are there any points I should look out for? How would I know if the battery is in reasonable condition?

 

[FiveAlive]

No idea about the battery, I'm afraid, but I recall lots of stories on the forums a few years ago about C350e starter motors failing quite regularly. Not heard anything about this for a while, though. I don't know if Mercedes managed to fix the problem or if it is just no longer newsworthy.

 

[markjay]

Mercedes-benz C350e problems and complaints

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[markjay]

Also, this is a well known case:

Mercedes owner 'horrified' to discover new battery will cost £15,000

A DRIVER was stunned to discover the cost to replace his Mercedes Benz's battery is £15,000 - more than the value of the vehicle itself.

www.express.co.uk

The issue with Mercedes Benz is that the HV battery warranty is short compared to other manufacturers who typically provide a warranty from 8 to 15 years.

Obviously, a second-hand battery from a breakers yard will be much cheaper.

But even so, I suggest purchasing from a dealer or trader with 1 year warranty that also covers the HV battery.