Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Overview
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class pricing starts at $4,159 for the S-Class S 430 Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $73,265 when new. The range-topping 2003 S-Class S 600 Sedan 4D starts at $5,564 today, originally priced from $121,205.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$73,265 | $4,159 | |||
$76,165 | $3,867 | |||
$82,665 | $3,934 | |||
$85,565 | $4,172 | |||
$107,165 | $7,297 | |||
$121,205 | $5,564 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
S-Class Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2000-2006) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 89% recommend it. These figures are based on 120 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
"Great car"
"I love this car. Best car I have ever owned. It is like driving around in your living room. It is smooth, comfortable, roomy, quiet, and I feel safe."
"Benz's rock folks. S500 is an incredible machine."
"The S500 is a dream car to drive locally or cross country. Raw power coupled with shear comfort sets the S500 apart from others. Really like the body style of my 2000 model over the 2012/13 models. Just terrific suspension and the Bose sound system fit perfectly for cruising up Pacific Coast Highway outside Santa Barbara. Really easy to blow people off the road on the interstate."
"A good car which lacks the quality it entitled"
"I bought is car second hand and paid $7,436 in Jan 2013. It has done 165,000km and in very good condition. I think the ex-owners had looked after it very meticulously. It has a greyish colour body and blueish colour interior. Fully optioned to the extent that it has a fridge, electric trunk lid and a TV + in-car mobile phone. I have spent some money to repair it, the key ones being: O2 sensors, MAF, oil changes (engine + transmission), water host and recently oil leak at the front of engine. Considering a 11 years old car,it is not bad. However, like other reviews had mentioned, it has a flimsy build in the passenger compartment and also give an impression that very plastic feel. Things break easily. Compared to a BMW 7 series E38 I drove, this one even has water stains sipping into the window glass from the top. I feel a bit disappointed with the quality but then for a well maintained car which worth $90+K when new, I think it is still worth the money as long as the maintenance is not catching up with me in a big way... soon."
Overall 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class quality a 4.7 out of 5.
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability
The 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2003 S-Class Features
According to drivers of the 2003 S-Class, here are some of its best features:
- Wonderful for long drives
- Sweet ride
- Quality, drive, comfortable, reliable, beautiful
- Best ride and comfort with all accessories
- Comfort, acceleration and overall ride.
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class MPG by Trim
2003 S-Class S 430 4MATIC Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 20 MPG
2003 S-Class S 500 Sedan 4D - city 14 MPG - hwy 20 MPG
2003 S-Class S 430 Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 22 MPG
2003 S-Class S 500 4MATIC Sedan 4D - city 14 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
2003 S-Class S 600 Sedan 4D - city 12 MPG - hwy 17 MPG
2003 S-Class S 55 AMG Sedan 4D - city 13 MPG - hwy 20 MPG
2003 S-Class Safety
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Slip Control
- Traction Control
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
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2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Depreciation
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2003 Mercedes-Benz S-class Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | $212 | $4,221 | $2,089 | ||
2023 | $203 | $4,018 | $1,848 | ||
2024 | $242 | $3,776 | $1,551 | ||
Now | $638 | $3,138 | $1,230 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-class Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 4930 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 105.0 cu.ft. | ||
Front Head Room | 37.6 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 203.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 59.2 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.4 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 39.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 121.5 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 73.0 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 15 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 20 mpg | ||
Combined | 17 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium |
Performance
Horsepower | 275 @ 5750 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 295 @ 3700 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 4.3 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 6.9 seconds |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class |  Used 2012 Nissan Versa |  Used 2010 Hyundai Elantra |  Used 2004 INFINITI I | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,867 | $3,163 | $3,457 | $3,320 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.1 | N/A | N/A | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 27/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG | City 26/Hwy 35/Comb 29 MPG | City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | N/A | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 4 years or 60000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 275 @ 5750 RPM | 109 @ 6000 RPM | 138 @ 6000 RPM | 255 @ 5800 RPM | |
| Engine | V8, 4.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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