Used 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A) Consumer Reviews
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Still fast and a headturner after 4 yrs.
Ernest C, 11/17/2008
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
After leasing my 2005 E500, I decided to keep it. And I don't regret it. I love this car! It's black with chrome wheels and gets a lot of attention. I have not had any major problems. Other than the scheduled maintenance, I took it in for an AC glitch. I love the luxury equipments that came standard. From the GPS and satellite to the pulsating seats and xenon headlamps. And this bad boy gets excellent gas mileage. I averaged 29.6 mpg on the highway last month, on a trip to San Francisco. City epa averages around 18- 20 mpg. I'll be keeping this till the next E Class comes out.
Works for me
Pitt diver, 01/19/2007
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
I love this car. After owning it for 2.5 years, it's been in the shop once, for an oil change. Absolutely nothing has gone wrong. A very fast car with just the right balance between race car performance/handling and luxury tourist. Gas mileage on the highway going 75 mph with A/C on around 27 mpg and city around 16 mpg which is amazing considering the large fast engine.
Good Solid Car
ALEX, 06/27/2006
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is a good solid family sedan. We special ordered the E500 with all the options( only missing is the distronic feature) Car has been trouble free for past two years. Keyless Go option is very nice to have, that you only need to carry the key with you in the pocket and you can open the car door and turn the ignition on without ever turning the key. Seats are very comfortable ( esp with dynamic seats, which automatically puts air into selective located area of seats when you turn the car in high speed for comfort" like G- suits in fighter jets" Engine is smooth and planty power with 7 speed transmission. wiht 305 HP engine passing is effortless and smooth and quiet overall.
2005 500E
MikeMoore, 06/01/2006
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I've owned this vehicle for about 9 months now and the longer I own it and drive it the more I'm enjoying it. I've averaged up to 28 mpg on the highway at speeds to 70 mph. The ride is very comfortable. The suspension is a little firm but that's why I bought the 500 and not the 350. The xenon light are incredible and the handling is as one would expect from such a car, the acceleration is almost as good as my 911. My only complaints are that the glove box is a little small to be very useful, and the seats are a little hard to put in a comfortable position, maybe to many adjustments. I've had only one small problem with the electrical system which was fixed under warranty. Excellent
Longing for a Lexus
Mistake in Philly, 04/24/2006
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 Rwd 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have a '05 E500 sedan and wagon (4- matic) The sedan has been a problem since day one. The wagon has been a joy to own and since it is my wife's I don't get it that often. The sedan's brakes have been and continue to be an issue. The electronic brake system needs to be trashed. After numerous trips back to the dealer due to the hydralic pump activating for no reason, the system was finally replaced. The brakes have been squeaking even after 2 "treatments". The wipers "stink on ice". In addition, it is not as quick as my wagon. There is a noticeable lag in acceleration. I am truly disappointed in this car-- especially for the price. Thank God I leased it. Mercedes can have it back.
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