Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
14 -18 City / 21 -23 HWY
Horsepower
221 -469
Seats
5 -7
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mike R
Pretty affordable when purchasing in this year.
The e320 Mercedes Benz is a car that is out of a dream. It is expensive when it comes to maintenance of the vehicle, but it is well worth the time and money invested. The different features the car provides gives this vehicle the feel of being in heaven. The tint for the back window is lovely to block sun rays on my toddler son.
accountCircle Charles L
Dream ride, Mercedes sets the bar for all cars
The Mercedes Benz e320 is a magnificent luxury sedan that has room and style, that exceeds all expectations. I have had my Mercedes for a few years now and it has not given me any problems, just the normal maintenance that is required for all vehicles. I have traveled with my family to different places and we all enjoyed the ride
accountCircle Sherry G
Oldie but goodie- favorite car ever owned!
Very smooth to drive, comfortably for all passengers. Keyless entry and smooth airmatic suspension. Luxury pluses come automatically included. Massaging seats, adjusted and memory to save for 3 drivers. Huge trunk! Only regret is not buying it earlier!
accountCircle julie g
I enjoy the comfort and safety. It gets really good gas mileage for size of car.
I love the quietness and comfort and How I feel driving it. My one complaint is the cost of fixing it when it needs something
accountCircle Kalesha S
I love my Benz, classy car < 3
This car is very nice and classy. Has heat and cooling seats which are amazing. Display shows warnings, for instance, when my roof top is open, it will show me on my dashboard which is great.
accountCircle Madonna S
It is costly to maintain.
I like the smooth drive despite the age. The spacious interior makes it very comfortable. I do not like the increasing cost to maintain it due to parts starting to reach replacement term.
accountCircle William H
It is very dependable and with proper maintenance can last many years.
Likes: 1. Quality of build. 2. Good on gas. 3. Many standard options. Dislikes: 1. Cost of maintaining and up keep of the vehicle. 2. Cost of fuel. 3. Easily rusts. I live in a snow belt region and salt roads eat away at the frame and body.
accountCircle Will H
Care of the vehicle and maintenance is not problematic.
The vehicle is very well built and has a strong frame, it has a smooth ride and very low maintenance. The only setback is that with the maintenance it can be very expensive ortho little maintenance is required when things go wrong with the vehicle it cost a lot to fix it repair or replace. It has a lot of excellent features considering the year it was made. It has a very large trunk space in a lot of power when driving.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Heather D
Mercedes. . Do not drive a 2004 if you have a schedule to adhere to.
The car drives great and is extremely comfortable. However, it has tremendous electronic issues. There is almost always something wrong. I have to open the hood and move things just to get the car to start!
accountCircle Natalie M
My car is such massive poops.
Works well and runs nice except for the faulty computer problem. My taillight front and back are out. My car likes to choose when it is a good time to drive.
accountCircle Mal F
It is usually reliable and runs well.
The auxiliary cord it's plugs in the glove box ruining cords and up front is only one cup holder which isn't nice when two people can sit upfront.
accountCircle Julio S
The leather and interior is very luxury that makes me feel good.
Noise but runs good but looks great and traction is awesome to me. I love the interior and the way it drives on curbs. I just wished it spent less gas also the parts are really expensive and the labor for a mechanic is really high so I don't irk on it myself and it's been having an electrical issue where it drains my battery almost all the way to where the battery won't take a charge. Other then that it's a great car.
accountCircle Karen L
2004 Mercedes Benz, e320 wagon AWD.
It is a luxury vehicle. It includes heated leather seats throughout and 3rd row seating. All seats lay down, making the car roomy enough to haul a queen sized bed. It rides very smooth and has all the bells and whistles. I would recommend this car to family and friends.
accountCircle Clair J
Fancy and reliable...Most of the time.
It is reliable and easy to depend on but my frustration comes when there's an issue with the car, it is very expensive to repair. I am a fan of the vehicle itself but when there are hardships or difficulties (which come very unexpectedly), it is hard to take care of on a car that is already so old yet needs maintenance that is so expensive. It is also hard to find repair shops and mechanics that operate on the car, so it can be very frustrating.
accountCircle Gud D
It drives easily and has a elegant feel to it.
It is a very old car, it is pretty elegant to drive and my car is a fighter. It also looks very good even though it sometimes breaks down.
accountCircle Joshua P
My 2004 E 500 has been a pretty reliable car for me. A smooth ride , good gas mileage for a v8 , and the overall durability of the car are all positive
The only drawback I have to the E500 is repair costs if you run into any trouble along the way

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 21-21 MPG 7 Seats
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5.0L
302 HP 19-19 MPG 7 Seats
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AMG
469 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Owner Reviews

4.15
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5 stars 54%
4 stars 15%
3 stars 23%
2 stars 8%
1 star 0%
accountCircle David R on May 22, 2021
I take excellent care of it.
Powerful yet comfortable ride. Nice features, but expensive to repair. Very sleek look. Aggressive stance.
accountCircle Mike R on May 22, 2021
Pretty affordable when purchasing in this year.
The e320 Mercedes Benz is a car that is out of a dream. It is expensive when it comes to maintenance of the vehicle, but it is well worth the time and money invested. The different features the car provides gives this vehicle the feel of being in heaven. The tint for the back window is lovely to block sun rays on my toddler son.

Ranks #14 Luxury Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average owner rating of 4.17 out of 5 which ranks it #14 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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4.75
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4.15

Ranks #7 Luxury Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #7 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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29 MPG
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28 MPG
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23 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2004 mercedes e320 engine oil capacity?

Answer: The 2004 Mercedes E320 has a maximum engine oil capacity of 8.5 quarts, including the estimated amount consumed after a filter is installed. This is because a small amount of oil can be lost because of the...

What's the 2004 mercedes e500 oil type?

Answer: The 2004 mercedes e500 oil type iS5w-30. Your oil needs to be replaced eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't replace it, there will be issues with the engine. Having high...

What are some of the 2004 mercedes e500 problems?

Answer: As the owner of a 2004 Mercedes e500, You may be curious whether there are any particular problems You should look for over the course of vehicle ownership. There have been a handful of complaints and reports...

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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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