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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon C320 4MATIC

All Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon S203 trims (2002–2005) → All Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon generations →
2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon – front Unverified
Photo: Mercedes S203 Facelift (2004-2007) Avantgarde front-1 MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the S203 (S203, 2002–2005); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Mercedes S203 Facelift (2004-2007) Avantgarde front-1 MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mercedes C-Klasse T-Modell Elegance front by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Mercedes C-Klasse T-Modell (S203) Classic 220CDI by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Mercedes Benz C180 T - S203 - Seite by dionysos328, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Mercedes S203 Facelift (2004-2007) Sport Edition rear MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon C320 4MATIC is a 215-hp 3.2-liter V6 wagon with a 5-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $40,650 MSRP.

It makes 215 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 221 lb-ft of torque at 3000-4600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.

The C-Class Wagon measures 178.9 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$40,650 ($69,938 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.2L V6
Displacement3.2 L
Horsepower215 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque221 lb-ft @ 3000-4600 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive Type4MATIC AWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 7 in
Wheels Rear16 x 7 in
Tires FrontP205/55HR16
Tires RearP205/55HR16
Dimensions & Weight
Length178.9 in
Width68 in
Height56.7 in
Wheelbase106.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS.

77 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS

Owner Complaints

77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS (3 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System13
Engine And Engine Cooling12
Fuel/Propulsion System10
Unknown Or Other9
Power Train8
Air Bags7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 4, 2022 · Suspension, Wheels, Unknown Or Other
“My right rear tire wares from the inside to the middle only the rest of the tire is good. I’ve had two blowouts because I can’t see that part of my tire without getting down on the ground to look at…”
Mar 11, 2022 · Air Bags
“SRS ABS ESP lights occasionally go on and off mostly the SRS take to shop does not come on or stay on obd2 does not detect may use clear error messages stays off for few weeks then back on and off…”
Aug 5, 2021 · Structure
“The bonding agent on my roof ( between the glass panel and frame of car) is breaking down- The other week, when I had the sun roof open in direct sun ( my car is usually parked in covered parking) the…”
Oct 13, 2020 · Unknown Or Other
“I TOOK MY CAR TO MERCEDES-BENZ DEALERSHIP TO FIX A RECALL ON MY SUNROOF NHTSA RECALL # 19V918 THEY CLAIMED THEY CHECKED MY SEAL FOR DEFECTIVE BUT WHEN I RECEIVED MY CAR THE SUNROOF WOULD NOT OPEN . I…”
Oct 9, 2020 · Electrical System Fire
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ C230. THE CONTACT STATED HE NOTICED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE HEAD LIGHTS WAS MELTED. THE CONTACT STATED HE REPLACED THE BULB HIMSELF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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