2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　Diesel fans, rejoice! After years of waiting, a Mercedes-Benz diesel is once again available in the States, as the E320 CDI joins the lineup. For now, this model is only 45-state certified, meaning that it's unavailable in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York or Vermont. Beginning in March 2005, the base E320 becomes the E350 with the addition of a 3.5-liter V6 with 51 more horsepower. At the same time, a sport package will be added, which features upgraded suspension tuning and wheels, as well as steering wheel-mounted shift buttons. Complimentary scheduled maintenance program has been dropped for 2005.

　　

zzdcar says

　　Although it costs more than its peers, a combination of excellent driving dynamics, numerous safety and luxury features and high style make the E-Class one of our favorites.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$219/mo  for E-Class E320

　　E-Class E320

　　E320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) - $48,500 MSRPE320 Rwd 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 5A) - $50,750 MSRPE320 Rwd CDI 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl Turbodiesel 5A) - $50,350 MSRPE320 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A) - $51,000 MSRPE320 4MATIC AWD 4dr Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 5A) - $53,250 MSRPE500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A) - $57,800 MSRPE500 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) - $60,300 MSRPE500 4MATIC AWD 4dr Wagon (5.0L 8cyl 5A) - $61,400 MSRPE55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A) (Most Popular) - $80,800 MSRPE55 AMG 4dr Wagon (5.4L 8cyl S/C 5A) - $82,600 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　

2005 E-Class Highlights

Type: SedanE55 AMGWagonDieselSedan

　　Trim: E320E320 CDIE320 4MATICE500E500 4MATICE55 AMGE320

　　

Base MSRP	$48,500
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$219/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles