The MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (2002-06) E280 4DR SALOON 3.0 CDI CLASSIC AUTO is a large, comfortable executive saloon rather than a hatchback or SUV. In the UK used-car market, it sits above ordinary family cars, offering Mercedes-Benz comfort and refinement in a practical four-door package. Its automatic gearbox and diesel engine suit relaxed, steady journeys. mycarcheck.com records are limited: 12 checks covered nine different VINs, so they offer a snapshot rather than a broad reliability verdict. The average private-sale valuation was £1,700, with recorded mileage averaging 129,000 miles. Average annual mileage was just 3,000 miles, while cars had 2.75 previous keepers on average. These figures can help frame expectations, but condition and history matter greatly at this age. With a roomy cabin and a sense of occasion, this E-Class suits commuters and families seeking long-distance comfort. Against mainstream rivals, it feels more prestigious and composed, though check its upkeep carefully.