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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  Platinum Blue Beauty - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Chaslap - October 17 - 4:50 pm

  I attended an investment seminar held on the dealerships showroom floor with no intention of changing cars. It was love at first sight. Upon returning 2 days later, it was being delivered as I drove up. Had one trucked in for me. I have gotten many compliments on its appearance, and the ownership experience thus far has been positive. It has power far in excess of ordinary driving demands, but that reserve is there in case of an emergency. The service department has been very helpful when called upon. Had to replace a strut early on, and the Pirellis (all 4) feathered around the tread edges creating road noise. Rotated right-left hoping that reversing the rotation will smooth out the feathering

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  MB Chrysler - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By si_cool - July 8 - 2:00 am

  Its a Chrysler. Did MB buy Chrysler out or the other way round?

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  E 320 sedan - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By cormac - May 15 - 10:00 am

  A wonderful auto in most ways, well built and great on the road. Better gas mileage than expected.

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  Very satisfied - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Jim - May 5 - 1:40 pm

  This car envelops you with luxury like very few cars can. The interior looks hand-made, and the controls have a pleasing action and response. I was turned off when I first saw some posts regarding reliability problems with this model, but after checking the first owners service records I didnt see anything to worry about. Since then Ive only had one major issue (air-ride failure) which was covered under warranty. This car has so many unique and complex features, its bound to spend some time in the shop. That shouldnt stop you from experiencing E-Class ownership.

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  Factual and Truthful - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By SenorHotel - April 13 - 2:00 am

  Aside from a defective alternator @ 1,000 miles and a loose headrest, the E500 4Matic hasnt disappointed. It has handled superbly through 30"+ of NE snow thus far. Solid car, solid ride, good price/value correlation.

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  320 review - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Pac Pac - April 2 - 10:00 am

  Dissapointing for a Mercedes Benz.

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  Superb Style-Some bugs to work out - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By PlanoCouple - December 2 - 10:00 am

  We purchased the 2004 E320 and have been driving it for 6 months now. Our Car is very stylish and fun to drive. It has fairly responsive performance, a very smooth ride and is very comfortable. Our car feels very safe and secure while maintaining a feel of agility on the road. One problem that it has been in the shop for, (4 times) is the auto exit feature. (Steering wheel and seat move back when you turn the car off) This glitch was very puzzling to the dealership. Luckily the service from our dealership with a loaner car etc, made this experience somewhat less irritating.

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  Hot Car - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Rick_MB - October 23 - 1:00 pm

  Excellent handling and stability with an almost surgical attachment to the road when cornering a little too fast for those hairpin turns. Pickup very good although I debated between the 320 and the 500 won out, I almost wish I went for the E55 AMG which would have taken my horses from 302 to 467. Reliability as compared to my 2002 ML is far in away better although Ive got under 10k miles and have yet to see the yellow ! go on for any AWD action. Contour seats seem to breathe around you and those bladders fill and empty whenever you take a curve at high speed and it senses the g forces to hold you firmly in place. And the girls seem to like it also.

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  121,000 miles later... - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By realrideracing - March 28 - 4:18 am

  ... our 2004 E320 4Matic is still running like a champ! No significant mechanical issues and the car has never left us stranded. We keep it in the garage (our 2015 GLK350 gets the carport parking) and keep up on all the maintenance religiously. Get the E500 if you want a rocketship. Were happy with the trusty M112 V6 engine. Enough power for most applications yet provides decent fuel mileage. Its a much more desirable engine than the dreaded M272 in the 2006 - 2009 E350 that was prone to balance shaft failures (theres even a class action suit against Mercedes for this now). Handling is decent for a wagon but eats tires.

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  Great Wagon but the Transmission. - 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By hamil65 - March 25 - 11:58 am

  Purchased this for my wife with only 20k 4-years ago and the car has been great except the transmission. The 722.6 transmission was problem in the older E320 and still is. The TCU connector seal failed which Mercedes had an updated part but then in leaked later on also. Read some forums and Im not alone. Even the new 722.9 Transmissions are having issues. I have owned 4 Mercedes and all the transmissions have had issues.