2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
14 -19 City / 21 -26 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
221 -469
Seats
5 -7
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Debra N
The car is expensive to operate especially if you need to replace parts.
I love the comfort and luxury of my car. I have owned it for 1 1/2 years now. I am so pleased. The only problem is of course having to purchase premium gas which is very expensive. Any parts needs for the car are of course very expensive being a foreign car.
accountCircle Monica A
The awesomeness of the Mercedes benz
Great Quality phenomenal Performance extremely reliable just love it great comfort and relaxing the features are awesome
accountCircle Jarvis P
You don't just ride, you feel a sense of floating along.
The suspension was one of the top three reasons I picked this vehicle. My wife and I have lower back pain but with the Mercedes suspension we barely feel potholes or pumps. Other safety features like driver and passenger side airbags make for additional satisfaction. Whether you are the driver or passenger, you feel a strong sense of security around you riding in a Mercedes Benz.
accountCircle Harris H
MB sports sedan E500 2003 review
Great performance, durable, very comfortable, features are great. Panoramic roof is awesome and makes the car looks very sharp. Some of its problems would stall the car and repairs are very pricey. It's better to buy extended warranty to have a peace of mind
accountCircle CAROL W
It rides and handles great being very responsive and made of metal.
The color is a beautiful shade of blue. It handles great. The seat in the back go down to provide trunk space from the back of the front seats to the trunk opening.
accountCircle Norris L
My Benz. What I really like about my car is the sunroof. I love to hit the highway, open the roof and ride.
I love my old car. Performance, reliability, comfort and features are excellent. For an old car I have not had any problems
accountCircle John B
Seems very dependable. Low maintenance.
Smooth ride and very sporty stylish. It is very well built and reliable. Sophisticated luxury and styling.
accountCircle Zee C
It rides like a sports car.
The mechanics of the car are excellent but the computer is awful and the front suspension will go out eventually.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Susanne L
Looks great. Love the luxury.
I live in the northern area ... Does not do well in snow. As a result I am at times not able to get to my destinations.
accountCircle Yvonne W
Mercedes is a timeless luxury brand
It's a good running car. Still luxurious and comfortable ride
accountCircle Caleb F
Great car for travel and family.
The Mercedes is a luxury car so you have to treat it like one. It's hard to steer and foot has to put a lot of pressure on the pedal. Its had many mechanical and electrical issues. The ride is smooth, you have pretty good technology inside for 2003 year and good gas mileage.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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3.2L
221 HP 23-23 MPG 7 Seats
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5.0L
302 HP 20-20 MPG 5 Seats
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5.5L AMG
469 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Owner Reviews

4.50
22 Reviews
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5 stars 68%
4 stars 18%
3 stars 9%
2 stars 5%
1 star 0%
accountCircle John B on February 7, 2021
Seems very dependable. Low maintenance.
Smooth ride and very sporty stylish. It is very well built and reliable. Sophisticated luxury and styling.
accountCircle Jarvis P on January 28, 2021
You don't just ride, you feel a sense of floating along.
The suspension was one of the top three reasons I picked this vehicle. My wife and I have lower back pain but with the Mercedes suspension we barely feel potholes or pumps. Other safety features like driver and passenger side airbags make for additional satisfaction. Whether you are the driver or passenger, you feel a strong sense of security around you riding in a Mercedes Benz.
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Ranks #7 Luxury Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 19 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #5 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety