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2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon E500 4MATIC

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2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon – front Unverified
Photo: 2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 4Matic Wagon in Brilliant Silver Metallic, Front Left, 08-13-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the S211 (S211, 2004–2009); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 4Matic Wagon in Brilliant Silver Metallic, Front Left, 08-13-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mercedes E-Klasse T-Modell 20090308 front by M 93, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: E 270 CDI T 2 by Matti Blume, MB-one, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 4Matic Wagon in Brilliant Silver Metallic, Rear Left, 08-13-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Mercedes E-Klasse T-Modell 20090308 rear by M 93, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon E500 4MATIC is a 302-hp 5.0-liter V8 wagon with an automatic 5-spd and all-wheel drive. It is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 302 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 339 lb-ft of torque at 2700-4250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The E-Class Wagon measures 190.9 inches long on a 112.4-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type5.0L V8 (M113)
Displacement5 L
Horsepower302 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque339 lb-ft @ 2700-4250 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Gasoline
Dimensions & Weight
Length190.9 in
Width71.7 in
Height58.9 in
Wheelbase112.4 in

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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 E-Class 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

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

483 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS

Owner Complaints

483 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS (12 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Fuel/Propulsion System208
Fuel System128
Gasoline124
Service Brakes81
Suspension30
Electrical System24
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 26, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Approximately in March 2026, I started noticing a very strong gasoline odor coming from my 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4-matic with original miles approximately 56,300. The fuel odor always got stronger…”
Jan 20, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“I am submitting this complaint regarding a suspected safety-related defect involving the fuel system of my Mercedes-Benz vehicle. I have experienced a persistent gasoline odor originating from the…”
Mar 11, 2025 · Visibility
“The contact owns a 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V918000 (Visibility); however, the contact was informed by the dealer that the sunroof glass…”
Feb 18, 2025 · Unknown Or Other
“To Whom It May Concern, I took my 2004 Mercedes-Benz into the Stevens Creek location located in San Jose, CA 95129 to have the sliding roof bonding recall fixed on December 24, 2024. I have attached…”
Feb 13, 2025 · Service Brakes
“SBC braking system stated as covered under 25 year/unlimited miles warranty. SBC system failed on 2/1/25. Vehicle towed to local dealer service facility on 2/3/25. Tow was authorized at no charge by…”

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 E-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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