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2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class consumer reviews

$39,825–$46,950 MSRP range
side view of 2003 E-Class Mercedes-Benz
(65 reviews)
86% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.4
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Pure Class

The 2003 E500 Sport offers everything a new Mercedes has at a fraction of the money. This car was 60k when new and now can be had for less than 10%. This styling has not aged in my opinion on this body style. W211 has everything my girlfriends 2014 CLS 550 has. Of course hers has more HP but mine has ever comfort hers does. Plus a Panoramic roof and I can turn off the ESP and Smoke the tires...! What a blast to drive. You should look into it. If you find one with Service history they are relatively inexpensive to maintain. Find a reputable German shop and it will go forever. Drive it like you stole it..!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Mercedes E500 Sport

This one of the most timeless Mercedes E Class that has ever been built. The Body styling and lines make this car look current and classy. The 2003 has every option that my wife's 2014 CLS 550 has except I have 1 More that she doesn't. I can turn off the ESP and Light up the Tires. This car has Dynamic Seats Panoramic Sunroof Push button start, ventilated and heated seats. The car has 131k on it and runs like Brand New. The maintenance cost on this vehicle is average if you keep up on it. Oil changes are not expensive. Find yourself a reputable German car service. Most OEM Car parts can be purchased online and are reasonably priced. FCP Euro has lifetime guaranty on all parts, meaning they will replace worn out parts for free. I will have this automobile for another 200,000 miles. These acres can be purchased for less than a Civic and are much more civilized. Happy Motoring

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Costly Repairs

Beautiful car but spoil but overly expensive repairs on less than 100,000ks -computer failed- costs $500 to replace with second hand unit, then front end started squeaking and knocking- cost $2000 to repair, then Bosch Brake System failed-cost $4000 ! Ex Diplomatic venicle- lovely highway car,nice design but xxxxhouse reliablity by MB!! AS A PAST MOTOR MAGAZINE MANAGER- I HAVE SOME KNOWLEDGE OF CARS AND THIS ONE IS A DUD- COSTLY FOR REPAIRS SO GERMAN RELIABILITY HAS GONE OUT THE WINDOW IN 2003!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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MB E320

Traded Chevy Impala who?s transmission was failing. Nice strong motor. Lovely car. Bought used. Transmission started to go when dealer warrantee up. Several other maintenance issues too expensive to fix. Traded on new Prius with warrantee.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Why did I wait so long

I always wanted a Mercedes but could not afford one until I found my E320 2003 model at a Ford dealership. It had less than 80K miles on it and it has run like a champ. No problems and very reliable. Just turn the key and go. Keep up maintenance and I have no doubt that I will have this car for another 10 years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I owned

It rides like a brand new vehicle, very good, low miles, classy, black on black, smoooooooth... After driving this car it was by far the best value for my money. It is solidly built, quiet, and smooth. It handles curves well, and it is made for long trips. It's just the right size, has very comfortable seats and is loaded with technology! On my trip to Detroit, I averaged 29 mpg. If you're looking for style, comfort, reliablity, put this one on your short list to test drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Longest term I have ever owned a car

Best and most dependable vehicle I have ever owned. Still looks like it just came out of the showroom.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car

This car met all my needsbest interior and exterior Best safety car in the world ofcourse its a mercedes

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Value for anyone?s money

Purchased this car (E500) knowing it needed air struts, bought the struts on the internet and saved thousands. Installed the air struts myself. This car is absolutely beautiful and reliable at 123k. Everything works as it should and someone just wanted to discard a car that will run perfectly for another 200k. It is the Sport Model with every option. I wish I could upload pictures of this car, everyone that see?s it can?t believe how much it cost and want it. You don?t have to spend 50k to drive a Mercedes

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Nice

This car is very quite and has a very smooth ride. The dealer was very nice and friendly and he actually held the car for me for 2 days for me to receive transferred funds. Would highly recommend this dealer.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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