Mercedes or Jeep for towing a boat?
- Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Mercedes-Benz M-Class
- Mercedes-Benz ML 320
- Mercedes-Benz ML 350
- Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2009
- Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2014
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015
- Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2015
- Mercedes-Benz ML320 2009
- Mercedes-Benz ML350 2015
- Jeep Advice
- Mercedes-Benz Advice
- Jeep Grand Cherokee Reviews
- Mercedes-Benz M-Class Reviews
- Mercedes-Benz ML 320 Reviews
- Mercedes-Benz ML 350 Reviews
- Jeep SUV Range
- Mercedes-Benz SUV Range
- Jeep
- Mercedes-Benz
- Family Cars
- Towing
Asked by Peter Mazzucato
I am considering buying a 4wd for country trips and towing a 17-foot boat weighing about 1600 kg. I wouldn't be doing any serious off-road driving. I am considering a Mercedes ML 320 or 350, as they seem to be reasonably priced when compared to a similar age Jeep Grand Cherokee. Just wondering how they compare regarding maintenance and running cost? My big concern in that Mercedes cost a lot to maintain, particularly if you require mechanical repairs. We would plan to keep it for at least five years. Which do you think would be better value?
Answered by CarsGuide
15 Jul 2016You're correct in thinking the Mercedes would cost more to service and repair, particularly if you use a dealer. Going to an independent service mechanic with experience of Mercedes-Benz cars would save you plenty. The Jeep would be the cheaper of the two in terms of servicing, and of the two you are looking at that's the one I would opt for.
