2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs






























































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































What owners say
"Overall, owners are very impressed with the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. They rave about its luxurious interior, smooth ride, and powerful performance. Many appreciate the car's features such as a high-quality sound system, impressive acceleration, and comfortable seating. However, some owners mention that maintenance can be expensive, and gas mileage could be better, highlighting a few downsides."
Fast (check), Luxurious (check), Safe (check) High quality (check), Exclusive (check). It is hard to find any other sedan available in the US that can rival this car, in fact it hard to find ANY car in the US that rivals this car overall. I have the Coupe version as well and prefer the Sedan for its higher comfort factor over any marginal gains the lighter, shorter coupe version might provide. Unfortunately, this car wasn't cheap to purchase, and maintenance costs are not inexpensive if kept by the book as I do, but nobody should be surprised about this, at the end of the day its a trade-off I am willing to accept.
January 5, 2013One of the best rides and built cars I have ever owned. The ride is so smooth and comforatable that many times you do not know how fast you are going until you look at speedometer. There is a sport setting and comfort setting.
December 16, 2012Absolute best car ever made. It accelerates like no other even though it weighs over 6,000 pounds. Brakes are a strong as then can be and it handles better any my uncles Maserati. Build Quality wise I have never had a single issues, ever except for the ABC suspension which died because of a personal issue. Appearance wise nothing can come even close because I have the AMG package. Cost of ownership is high, its an S-Class you have to have money to have one. Fun factor, nothing is more fun.
April 20, 2010What owners say
Fast (check), Luxurious (check), Safe (check) High quality (check), Exclusive (check). It is hard to find any other sedan available in the US that can rival this car, in fact it hard to find ANY car in the US that rivals this car overall. I have the Coupe version as well and prefer the Sedan for its higher comfort factor over any marginal gains the lighter, shorter coupe version might provide. Unfortunately, this car wasn't cheap to purchase, and maintenance costs are not inexpensive if kept by the book as I do, but nobody should be surprised about this, at the end of the day its a trade-off I am willing to accept.
January 5, 2013One of the best rides and built cars I have ever owned. The ride is so smooth and comforatable that many times you do not know how fast you are going until you look at speedometer. There is a sport setting and comfort setting.
December 16, 2012Absolute best car ever made. It accelerates like no other even though it weighs over 6,000 pounds. Brakes are a strong as then can be and it handles better any my uncles Maserati. Build Quality wise I have never had a single issues, ever except for the ABC suspension which died because of a personal issue. Appearance wise nothing can come even close because I have the AMG package. Cost of ownership is high, its an S-Class you have to have money to have one. Fun factor, nothing is more fun.
April 20, 2010This car is absolutely breathtaking. Acceleration is lightning fast, and almost too comfortable. The handling in sport mode feels just how a sports sedan should- nimble and tight. The brakes are probably the most impressive performance attribute, they stop quicker than you should ever have to. The car is built very solid; I was rear ended by a camry going 25 mph and the bumper was only bent. The car completely absorbed the shock of the crash. The sleek lines of the amg styling are gorgeous and get looks all over town. The cars two downfalls are gas milage (about 12 mpg, 10 for spirited drivers), and the smoothness. You may ask how could smoothness be a downfall? Well, during times of rapid acceleration, you gain too great a confidence from the ride and lose your sense of speed, which is kind of scary. Bottom line, this car is a hoot.
July 2, 2008I love the respect that other s class drivers give you when they pass by. The s430 is ok bit if you are going to choose an engine, it would be the everlasting v8. Torque and horsepower cannot be beat. So smooth and silky quiet. Its almost scary.
January 1, 2015I found that there are not a lot that goes wrong with these cars. The S Class stands for total and ultimate luxury. Variable air suspension and a very sporty mode which tightens the steering and shocks and turns it into one mean road eater.
December 26, 2014Vehicle drives great and have had no problems. Love the sound system and the room in the vehicle.
November 15, 2007Awesome vehicle to drive. Everything works properly on vehicle. Well kept. Garage parked. All the eminities of the S500 are included on the S430. Great for city driving and country touring. Main purpose was daily driving from home to work. Always reliable.
May 25, 2012The S600 is a very unique car. Twelve Cylinders with Two Turbos and a Fast Shifting Transmission is a killer combination. The leg room inside is perfect. Front and Back Seats are very comfortable. If you plan on buying one, make sure you set a budget aside each month for potential costly repair/maintenance schedules.
May 2, 2014this is a cool car with a hell of a lot of stuff equipped to it. it has a navigation system, phone and a whole lot of more stuff to make the car ride to wherever your going to so much more easier and smooth and also enjoyable. i love this car
July 31, 2008Trims & specs
Base MSRP $110,970 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.4L 493 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 15.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $86,320 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.0L 302 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $83,420 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.0L 302 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 15.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $77,870 | Seating 5 |
Engine 4.3L 275 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $74,970 | Seating 5 |
Engine 4.3L 275 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity 15.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 20 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $123,620 | Seating 5 |
Engine 5.5L 493 hp V12 | Cargo Capacity 15.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 14 | Drivetrain RWD |







