Editors' Most Wanted Vehicles for 2004

Most Wanted Wagon Over $45,000

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Its dimensions were clearly designed to accommodate grocery-getting and kid-hauling, yet it's luxurious enough to accommodate these chores without ever feeling mundane. We're talking, of course, about the handsome Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon. The all-new E320 is powered by a muscular 3.2-liter V6 while the E500 features an authoritative 5.0-liter V8. A host of safety and convenience features are standard, including side curtain airbags, electronic braking, stability control and a self-leveling air suspension. Options include all-wheel drive, a DVD-based navigation system and four-zone automatic climate control.