2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Review
2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Review





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Safe, comfortable, brisk performance, surefooted in bad weather.
Cons
- On-road handling eclipsed by newer crossover SUVs, gets pricey fast if buyer gets tempted by too many options.
What’s new
Late in 2003, the ML350 replaced the ML320, meaning a larger (3.5-liter) V6 with 232 horsepower supplanted the 215-horse, 3.2-liter V6 used previously. The AMG-tuned ML55 has been discontinued, while a DVD-based navigation system is now optional for the ML350.
Edmunds says
Still a competent SUV after all these years, the M-Class provides solid on-road handling along with excellent all-weather capability and a safe, luxurious cabin.
2004 M-Class Highlights
ML350
- Combined MPG
- 15 MPG
- Cost to Drive
- $322/month
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- all wheel drive
- Engine Type
- Gas
- Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
5 star(63%)
4 star(24%)
3 star(8%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(1%)
72 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
3.38 out of 5 stars
2004 ML500
TGI an '04, 07/20/2010
2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
It's no secret the early MLs were plagued w/problems. By '04 Merc was trying to win back consumers and my ML was a great value. All the bells and whistles, no defects, price reflected poor reputation and turned out to be a solid performer! From formal outings to hauling kids, lumber, furniture and landscape rock - still looks good as new.
4.75 out of 5 stars
Pushing 160000 miles
dancemom23, 06/20/2015
2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
I enjoy driving this car. It has a lot of power and gets around in the snow and ice really well. We bought this for our daughter 3 years ago, and we've had to replace a water pump, and the brakes, and the tires, of course...but it's dependable and zippy. Does require premium gas. It's a good little car.
4 out of 5 stars
ML350
mmthskr, 12/23/2003
2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 AWD 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A)
Purchased as "Cross over vehicle" to
reduce cars in the family. Use MBZ now
both as in town car and as an SUV for
snow covered mountain transportation.
First trip in the snow car performed
very well. No slipping, easy handling.
Plenty of room for cargo and a large
dog. Easy to handle and park in the
city as well.
4.63 out of 5 stars
'04 ML500 is Amazing Value!
SoCal, 10/16/2007
2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
After launching the world's most unreliable SUV in 2001 Mercedes took the ML took this project back and put significant improvements into each subsequent year. The 2004 is a solid truck with great towing, solid handling, great performance for its weight, and an outstanding daily driver. Unlike the X5, cargo space is tall and the cabin roomy. Bumper to bumper length of an Accord for easy … parking and tight turning radius. Good in the snow, decent mountain climber and enjoys the twisties! Stay away from the 2001 but you'll benefit from the bad reputation in the following years and get exceptional value.
More about the 2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Used 2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Overview
The Used 2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is offered in the following submodels: M-Class SUV. Available styles include ML350 AWD 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A), and ML500 AWD 4dr SUV (5.0L 8cyl 5A). The Used 2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed shiftable automatic.
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