Compare Mercedes hybrid car service quotes from specialist garages

In 1886, Karl Benz - the founder of Mercedes Benz - introduced what is often considered the first petrol-powered car to the world. The Benz Patent Motor Car was born, and with it began a legacy that continues today.

Style, luxury and innovation are the driving forces behind Mercedes. Not only was it one of the first car manufacturers to put brakes and suspension on all four wheels, but it was also the first to introduce safety crumple zones.

Cars by Mercedes have appeared on the big screen numerous times, from the S-Class used by Jason Statham in The Transporter to escape a gunfight to the 1969 280 SE Convertible driven by Hugh Grant in Bridget Jones's Diary.

See how Mercedes' maintenance costs compare with BMW's and Audi's here.

Hybrid car maintenance can be expensive if you don't shop around because hybrids contain an internal combustion engine and an electric motor, both of which need to be looked after. Our maintenance price guide provides more information.

Hybrid car servicing intervals are almost identical to regular internal combustion engine vehicles. You should book a full service once a year.

Can any garage service hybrid cars? This question is common among drivers. As you might expect regarding hybrid vs petrol engine maintenance, there is a crossover between the two. Any mechanic can carry out a service on the engine, but you'll need to find a technician with specialist skills to look after the electric components involved in a hybrid car service.

Similarly, hybrid battery diagnostic testing, hybrid battery health check and hybrid car battery replacement will all need to be completed by a mechanic with the right training. Read our ultimate guide to hybrid cars to learn more about ownership and maintenance.