The MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (2009-13) E350 5DR ESTATE 3.0 CDI BLUEEFFICIENCY DPF 231 EU5 SPORT 7G-T AUTO is a premium, large estate: more spacious and upmarket than an ordinary family wagon, but easier to live with than an SUV. It suits families, long-distance commuters and drivers needing useful luggage room. Checks on mycarcheck.com recorded 511 look-ups covering 209 different VINs, a useful snapshot of buyer interest. The average private-sale valuation was £4,800, with average recorded mileage of 134,000 and around 6,000 miles driven annually. Cars had about 3.6 previous keepers, so review each vehicle’s history and condition carefully before buying. The six-cylinder diesel and smooth automatic make it a relaxed cruiser, while the Sport trim adds a more purposeful feel. Its estate body offers a practical alternative to BMW 5 Series Touring and Audi A6 Avant rivals, combining executive comfort with carrying capacity. Expect higher upkeep than simpler family cars.