2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, drivers appreciate the 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class for its impressive performance, handling, and luxurious interior. Many owners love its quick acceleration and safety features. However, some expressed concerns about its high maintenance costs and the lack of all-wheel drive, which they felt could be a drawback in snowy conditions. While it's praised for being fun to drive and having good fuel economy, a few mentioned quirks in the electronic systems and gas costs associated with premium fuel."
What I like about this car is its handling which is second to none in the class of cars. The car is very quick when you need to get going on freeways and such. Very quiet inside cabin at cruising speed of 70. Great sound system, and safety features are great.
August 5, 2013Performance is amazing, accels to 100kph in 6.8 seconds from a stop. Handling is good, can make very sharp turns thanks to ESP and Traction Control. No repairs. Beautiful outside and inside. Expensive car but other then that not to expensive to maintain. Very fun to drive, luxury yet a powerhouse.
December 6, 2008A car of the family, the '05 E500 is one of the most comfortable highway cruisers I have ever driven. But put your foot down and it turns into a ferocious beast with its 5.0 L V8 boasting 302 HP and 339 lb./ft. torque, this thing will snap your neck off. The wheels break loose almost too easily when you want them to and you can step the back out quite a bit before the ESP turns off the power. Standard: Silver over silver perf. leather, MB Air Suspension with 3 modes (Comfort, Sport I, Sport II). Options include the sunroof pkg. (electric rear blind + window blinds), HK sound system w/in-dash pop-out 6-Disc CD Changer, Aux. input, weatherband, 4-zone climate.
March 18, 2008What owners say
What I like about this car is its handling which is second to none in the class of cars. The car is very quick when you need to get going on freeways and such. Very quiet inside cabin at cruising speed of 70. Great sound system, and safety features are great.
August 5, 2013Performance is amazing, accels to 100kph in 6.8 seconds from a stop. Handling is good, can make very sharp turns thanks to ESP and Traction Control. No repairs. Beautiful outside and inside. Expensive car but other then that not to expensive to maintain. Very fun to drive, luxury yet a powerhouse.
December 6, 2008A car of the family, the '05 E500 is one of the most comfortable highway cruisers I have ever driven. But put your foot down and it turns into a ferocious beast with its 5.0 L V8 boasting 302 HP and 339 lb./ft. torque, this thing will snap your neck off. The wheels break loose almost too easily when you want them to and you can step the back out quite a bit before the ESP turns off the power. Standard: Silver over silver perf. leather, MB Air Suspension with 3 modes (Comfort, Sport I, Sport II). Options include the sunroof pkg. (electric rear blind + window blinds), HK sound system w/in-dash pop-out 6-Disc CD Changer, Aux. input, weatherband, 4-zone climate.
March 18, 2008I have owned numerous MB vehicles over the years. This has been my favorite sedan. The mpg for highway driving is an amazing 37mpg. Interior is high quality and still looks new. I always feel safe driving a MB. This is my first diesel, but will not be my last. They are durable and get great gas mileage.
May 23, 2015Excellent vehicle for long trips. Fast, reliable car with great gas milage. But once a year it needs maintenance that usually costs $1000 per visit to the dealer if nothing is wrong. Mercedes headquarters will not back an owner if a dispute arises involving a warrantee claim.
December 2, 2014This car handles great and has been very reliable compare to what others have written about it. It has very good acceleration, gas mileage is decent and the interior/exterior design is fantastic. I love it. Again Best Car so far for 2014
February 25, 2014I bought this used car as a cheap and cheerful load-lugger for shopping, baby commuting etc. It has far exceeded my expectations, with a very high level of factory options. The engine bay is as new, and just about everything on the car worked perfectly despite having lead a fairly tough life before my ownership. I have had to change engine and transmission mounts and a few bushes under the car, but otherwise it has been faultless for such a high mileage car.
April 9, 2013This is a pretty and fun car. The color is a little different from silver or gray and is beautiful. The interior has wood trim and a panorama roof. There are screens on the rear windows that help keep the car cool in the summer. It is comfortable and very speedy. I have had one expense for a hose and had to have a battery. No other issues. Nice record. I like the car around town because it is easy to park and I like it on the highway because it is so comfortable and rides like a dream. What a pleasure to drive this car.
January 2, 2012It is a good car that handles well and is easy on the eyes. Very fuel efficient and not a gas guzzler as people tend to say. If well maintained, the car can last you a life time. Sweet, sweet.
August 21, 2012I really love this car but my family and I have outgrown it. I will hate to see it go. I has wonderful handling in all kinds of weather and it has the kind of torque that every car should have. Its great on gas and the Harmon & Kardon speakers are phenominal!!!
October 22, 2012Trims & specs
Base MSRP $58,520 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.0L 302 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $51,720 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.2L 221 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 20 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $51,070 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.2L 201 hp I6 Diesel | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 28 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $53,970 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.2L 221 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $62,120 | Seating 7 |
Engine 5.0L 302 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $61,020 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.0L 302 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $83,320 | Seating 7 |
Engine 5.4L 469 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $51,470 | Seating 7 |
Engine 3.2L 221 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $81,520 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.4L 469 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $49,220 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.2L 221 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain RWD |
