What's New for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 2003
The E-Class sedan is completely redesigned this year. A more elegant body, along with more power for the V8 model and more luxury (including four-zone climate control and an optional massaging driver seat), bring the latest midsize Benz up to date. Last year's E-Class station wagon, however, carries over into 2003 virtually unchanged. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Mass Air Flow Sensor. The cost to repair the Mass Air Flow Sensor is estimated at $224.00 for parts and $26.00 for labor for the 8-cylinder engine and $338.00 for parts and $58.50 for the 6-cylinder engine. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat-rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
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Reliability History for Mercedes-Benz
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