The MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (2009-13) E250 4DR SALOON 2.1 CDI BLUEEFFICIENCY DPF 204 EU5 AVANTGARDE TIP AUTO5 is a premium four-door executive saloon, sitting above mainstream family cars in the UK used market. It combines a smart look with space and comfort for long journeys. Mycarcheck.com records 747 checks covering 282 distinct VINs, a useful sample of cars shoppers have researched. The average private-sale valuation is £4,600, with 125,000 miles recorded and annual use around 7,000 miles; cars have averaged about three previous keepers. These figures offer context, not a valuation or guarantee for an individual car. The E250 diesel automatic suits commuters, couples and families wanting a composed, roomy car for motorway trips, while its efficient-minded engine can help keep long-distance running costs in check. Avantgarde trim gives it a more distinctive, well-equipped feel. Against rivals such as the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6, it is known for relaxed comfort and prestige; check service history, condition and mileage carefully on any used example.