Mercedes-Benz E-Class Generation 1 (1996–2006)
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Generation 1 (1996–2006) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class — body generations
| Generation | Produced | Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Generation 1 | 1996–2006 | — |
Model-year brochures (1)
Model-year reference; equipment varies by market and trim. This is not a VIN build sheet. Browse library | ||
| Generation 2 | 2007–2009 | — |
Model-year brochures (3)
Model-year reference; equipment varies by market and trim. This is not a VIN build sheet. Browse library | ||
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.
Engines used in the E-Class
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz 3.0L 6-cylinder | 1995–2027 | 23 models | 101 |
| Mercedes Benz 3.5L 6-cylinder | 2005–2016 | 12 models | 61 |
| Mercedes Benz 5.5L 8-cylinder | 1999–2016 | 14 models | 35 |
| Mercedes Benz 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2017–2027 | 16 models | 25 |
Mercedes-Benz E-Class fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class prices by year →
About this generation
The W210 E-Class launched in January 1995. The W210 made major changes compared to the earlier version of the E-class, including four large oval headlights, which gave Mercedes an updated image intended to attract more younger buyers and women. The new E-Class was longer and wider and offered significantly more interior room but was still considered mid-size. In September 1999, the W210 E-class was facelifted. This included visual, mechanical, and quality improvements over the earlier versions.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class was Motor Trends Import Car of the Year for 1996. While the W210 sedan was replaced by the W211 in 2002, the wagon version continued to be sold until March 2003 when the S211 wagon returned the S210 wagon.
Source: Wikipedia — Mercedes-Benz E-Class — Second generation (W210; 1995), CC BY-SA.
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1999 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2000 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2001 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2002 | 0 | 48 | Electrical System, Structure, Air Bags |
| 2003 | 0 | 466 | Fuel/Propulsion System, Service Brakes, Fuel System |
| 2004 | 0 | 483 | Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline |
| 2005 | 0 | 532 | Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline |
| 2006 | 0 | 536 | Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
For sale right now
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 4-Matic — $4,995 · 134,233 mi · Catasauqua, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 4-Matic — $7,395 · 88,024 mi · New Hope, PA
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 4MATIC — $9,990 · 47,499 mi · Mechanicsburg, PA
- 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 320 — $5,299 · 174,000 mi · Lavelle, PA
- 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 4-Matic — $8,977 · 132,550 mi · Mount Joy, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 4-Matic — $13,999 · 27,000 mi · Philadelphia, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 4-Matic — $7,995 · 88,024 mi · New Hope, PA
- 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300 — $13,001 · 136,041 mi · Sellersville, PA
- 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 4-Matic — $3,995 · 130,055 mi · Washington, PA
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350 4 MATIC — $3,800 · 174,713 mi · Uniontown, PA
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350 — $17,999 · 27,986 mi · King Of Prussia, PA
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350 — $5,389 · 174,232 mi · Souderton, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E500 4-Matic — $5,999 · 162,726 mi · Coopersburg, PA
- 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 CDI — $8,895 · 152,857 mi · Hatboro, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 — $7,999 · 95,750 mi · Landisville, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 CDI (W) — $20,480 · 47,114 mi · York, PA
- 1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E420 210 — $5,500 · 65,200 mi · Douglassville, PA
- 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 320 — $7,990 · 51,537 mi · Feasterville Trevose, PA
- 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 4-Matic — $7,783 · 105,790 mi · York, PA