2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.15/5 Average
69 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The TeleAid system is enhanced. Now reservations for travel as well as tickets for sporting and theater events can all be acquired from the considerable comfort of the S-Class' cabin.

Pros:
  • Stylish exterior design, spacious interior, nimble demeanor, powerful engine offerings, high-tech features.
Cons:
  • Complicated COMAND system, some cheap-feeling interior bits, BMW 7 Series is more fun to drive.

User Reviews:

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  • TestedBMW&Lexus - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    Made a deposit on BMW 745Li over one year ago. When the new BMW came out I was very impressed with acceleration, handling, and braking, but interior weirdness and exterior styling turned me off so that I passed on my custom ordered car when it arrived. Ive bought four BMWs in the past. Tried Lexus and Mercedes. Bought the Mercedes and love it so far. BMW could have had a great, no wonderful, car but somone overdosed on caffeine when they designed the exterior and the truly crazy overengineered controls. Delighted with the Mercedes.

  • SUPER DUPER AMG - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    THE BEST CAR ON THE MARKET..... WELL WORTH THE MONEY I SPENT

  • SUPER DUPER AMG - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    THE BEST CAR ON THE MARKET..... WELL WORTH THE MONEY I SPENT

  • VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    Bought this car new. Thought I would keep it for 10 yrs. Or 200,000 miles. It might last but the repair bills after 100,000 miles is way out of line. Had many problems with this car. Front end work, gear selector replaced, auto doors repaired, all items you would not expect to break, could not lock doors, many other items. I made the mistake in keeping this car too long. I have had many Mercedes this was the worst for repair. Do not think I will be buying another one.

  • 7 Years and no troubles - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    I adore my Mercedes. Bought it late 2001 till now, 2008, 7 years and the biggest thing done to it are new tires, besides that, completely reliable! It was a S430V (apparently according to the salesman its better in some ways) with some lovely upgrades (bi-xenon headlights & washers, Nappa leather, wood & leather steering wheel and shift gate). The transmission is still silky smooth, and the air suspension has not failed once. The engine is not the most powerful but still quite nippy. In general; reliable, comfortable, and I absolutely adore it. Mercs dealer network is very friendly and helpful (at least at my dealer), but they charge you for every single little thing!

  • Great car,terrible dealer service - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    This is my second S-class. As with my first , I cannot find a better vehicle. Considering that this car costs over $80,000 to buy, the dealer support is unsatisfactory. I have tried two dealers in my area and I find that their Service Departments have no clue as to customer service.One department misplaced my vehicle for one hour at time of pickup, but did not complete the repairs- they did not tell me- I had to read the work order. The other dealer was to call me when a part came in and never did. One month later , I went to their parts department and purchased the item which I installed myself.

  • TRUE AUTOMOTIVE GENIUS - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    this is my seocnd S Class, and already I cant wait for my third. I drive a lot of miles and this is the right car to drive them in. I had to replace brakes and a had a problem with the air ride. I love this benz, its styling is sexy. It has a lot of sex appeal. Great car... (it is meant to be driven so drive it)

  • Very Nice Car - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    Wonderful car with a lot of interior space, convenient features and Keyless Go is a really cool option that lets you not use your keys, its like a credit card, very neat.

  • Great Automobile, but somethings missing - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    Beautiful, well designed, comfortable automobile. Elegant, yet a great piece of machinery.

  • Sedan with great handling - 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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    is the best handling sedan ever drive, especially when driving with a stiffer suspension and change gear manually. However, the sitting positions are not as pleasant as previous model.

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