Are Mercedes expensive to maintain?
Owning a Mercedes has its costs and it can be more expensive to maintain in comparison to other vehicle brands. However, compared to other rival brands, the costs for maintenance is not so unfavourable.
The factor that makes Mercedes vehicles expensive to maintain is repairs. After some time, it is inevitable that some parts will need to be repaired or replaced. Mercedes vehicles are very reliable and parts will last a long time. However, when it is time to replace them, it can be expensive.
It is always recommended to replace Mercedes parts with Mercedes parts. Original Mercedes parts are more expensive and harder to find. Using different manufacturers for a Mercedes vehicle is not advisable because this would result in decreased durability of the component and may make the vehicle unsafe.