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The 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a large Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $131,900 for the Elegance variant and topping out at $156,900 for the Avantgarde variant.
There are 2 variants of the E-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2005.
The 2005 E-Class was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is only available with a petrol engine that produces 200kW and 350Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Elegance and the most expensive being Avantgarde.
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$134,100
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,818 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,822 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,854 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mercedes-Benz E-Class Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Elegance variant that starts from $131,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Avantgarde variant that starts from $156,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Elegance variant which measures 1822mm wide, 4850mm in length and sits 1495mm tall.
All variants of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class have a maximum power of 200kW and 350nm of torque.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Elegance variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2385 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.