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[MercFanUk]

That's a shame. Neither of my 202's rattled, and for me driving a Mercedes is because of the quietness and comfort - a rattle would ruin the whole experience and make it almost pointless to be in personally.

 

[Mercy1]

As for suggestions for the OP to change to Volvo, I'm still unable to delete the permanent image I have of Volvo drivers being at least 80 and wearing hats!

I have no axe to grind with MB having had two superb cars with not so much as a rattle, and superlative service from the dealers.
I understand those who cannot get their heads round a V**** - indeed I have shared the same view for most of my life and even now I would not be seen dead in something like an XC/V70.
And yet, my head was turned by the XC60 and I took the plunge earlier this year.
What a revelation for comfort, ride quality and practicality - and yes performance. This car is by far the most impressive I have ever owned - far more nimble and comfy than my ML, and very well put together. No rattles or squeaks and so far it has not missed a beat (touch wood).
Sure, Volvo has issues - what company doesn't? But with their new 60 and 40 series out of the blocks and massive Chinese investment in new XC60s and XC90s, then they're well worth a test drive...

 

[st4]

I've gone for another Mercedes Mercy1, but was contemplating a Volvo but the FWD would annoy me, but if they were not FWD but RWD I'd have one.