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Old 05-29-2009, 11:05 AM
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The newer 4matic system is not problematic like the earlier version as used on the 124 cars. However, it is more stuff that can break, and increases the probability of a repair. At the very least you now have front CV joints, just like any FWD car. The CV boots don't last forever, and if not caught early mean the entire axle must be replaced when the joint becomes contaminated with road crud.

I have a 2001 RWD wagon. I'd say 27MPG is typical mileage, a 70MPH and on 10% ethanol. The best I have ever seen is 30.3MPG, per the onboard computer. That was on a 200 mile run with a Texas sized tailwind, and the engine was already warm when we filled the tank and reset the fuel mileage computer.
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