Overview & Reviews

For 2004, the E-Class wagon benefits from the same full redesign the sedan received last year. A V8-powered version of the wagon is available this year and the 4Matic all-wheel-drive system is optional on both sedans and wagons. Finally, the DVD-based navigation system, which was delayed for 2003, is on the options list this year.

• Sleek and dignified design inside and out, pleasing blend of ride and handling, sophisticated safety features, all-wheel drive available on both sedans and wagons.

• More expensive than competitors, confusing control layout, brakes lack progressive feel.

User Reviews:

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  too many gadgets too little service IQ - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By flatout - May 24 - 10:00 am

  Great Car, poorly built. The engine is strong, very strong but its pushing a rolling sevice call. Dealership is unable to deal with complex technical problems and simple drivetrain issues.

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  Does not live up to its name - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Tom Williams - January 5 - 2:30 am

  This is a great car when it works, but we have had tons of suspension, braking and electrical problems. Fixing anything costs at least an arm and a leg. This is my very last Benz. German engineering just means "expensive to fix".

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  Back to BMW - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By HB - February 27 - 2:30 pm

  How about 6 flat tires in 14 months!?! Have not had 6 flats in 30 years of driving. Low profile tires cant handle any kind of pothole. Major reliability problem. Also - quirkiness of accelration and braking makes driving experience less enjoyable. Strange buzzing and vibration from various motors also hurts the experience. Too many weird characteristics for a $60k+ dream car. Im selling and buying a Bimmer.

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  A very disappointing car - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Frustrated Owner - September 27 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car on Mercedes reputation of quality. It turns out that it is the worst car I have ever owned. It has been in the shop 3 times and I have only owned the car 3 months! Even after all that time in the shop the car is still not fixed. The electrical systems on these cars is a disaster. DO YOUR RESEARCH before buying this car. Check the online forums dedicated to the E class cars and see what real owners are saying about their cars and how Mercedes is treating their customers - it is not a pretty picture!

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  Bad electrical system - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By kmak - June 28 - 2:40 am

  Great car fun to drive. Lots of electrical problems, cant remember how many times I have had the radio repaired or replaced, still not fixed. Dont waste your money on this one.

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  Great car, poor reliability - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By bubu - April 9 - 9:20 am

  This is a great car - when it runs. The engine is very strong but the electrical system is very unreliable. You will get to know the MB service dept. well. Moreover, this is a fancy car and many mechanics are not trained to fix its problems. Find a good mechanic and get the extended warranty!

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  How could mercedes benz let this happen. - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Jack Dooley - August 8 - 2:00 am

  The only good thing about this car is the comfort factor. Everything else seems to be below average. I now know I would have been better off with a BMW, Lexus, or Acura. This will be the last MB for me. The build quality has dropped to much in recent years.

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  Faulty Electrical - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Beau - May 18 - 3:03 am

  The car has been in the service department to replace control unit for radio. Problem continued and another electrical part was the problem. Cost to repair is excessive. Also the remote door locks failed and a sensor for hood latch failed. Fun car to drive when it it not in repair shop.

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  Excellence?? - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By babypope - April 2 - 2:00 am

  After 1900 miles on my new $60,000 vehicle, I ve had to have the front end replaced due to failure in cross arms and bushings. I thought maybe I it was an unusual occurance. Im now at 4800 miles and 45 days later. Oh Im on my way back to the dealer with the same problem. I m wondering if anyone else has experienced the same problem???

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  Electrical nightmare - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Michael Drake - November 18 - 4:50 am

  Car has been and electrical and mechanical nightmare. Dealer had car for almost 2 months trying to fix charging problem. Software upgrades and failures galore. The dealer has been fine, but the overall quaility is terrible. I have owned Mercedes for over 20 years, and this thing is a lemon.