Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023) Review
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023) At A Glance
Beautiful cabin design and quality, lovely high-speed refinement, quiet efficient four-cylinder diesel, futuristic equipment and more spacious than ever.
Lots of safety kit and tech is on the options list, best-riding air suspension a high-priced option, many are used as executive taxis which harms the classy image.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been a key contender in the executive saloon sphere for decades. The latest model, now getting on a bit having launched in 2016 but still very competitive, is as high-tech, comfortable, spacious and classy as it's ever been. The huge choice of engines - including both diesel and petrol plug-in hybrids - means there's something for both fleet and private buyers, too. Click through our Mercedes E-Class review for the full story.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is an institution, but one that is a little less dominant than it used to be thanks to the rise of premium SUVs and a wider choice than ever of luxury models. But it's still a superb all-rounder offering something for everyone.
It has to be noted that the E-Class comes with an extremely broad engine range, particularly with other firms now shrinking their ranges. There's everything from the efficient and affordable E220d all the way to the mightily fast and thirsty Mercedes-AMG E63.
There is also two plug-in hybrid models in the range, so the E-Class has one of the widest, most advanced offerings when it comes to propulsion. You also have a choice of rear- or four-wheel drive depending on the engine you choose, so the E-Class is taking the fight directly to the also very talented Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series on this front.
Further key competitors include the Jaguar XF and Lexus ES, if we're discounting the vast quantity of posh SUVs that buyers are flocking to as well.
Although the E220d diesel is as talented as ever, managing strong refinement for a four-cylinder combined with good real-world efficiency. But both company car users and private buyers are moving away from diesels - happily the entry-level petrols also do a stellar job.
If more pace is required, the six-cylinder diesel in the E300 d offers huge low-rev pick up or you could go the whole hog with the impressively swift and smooth E400 d.
The again, more people will be looking to the plug-in hybrid model offered with the E300 de EQ. It produces carbon dioxide emissions as low as 34g/km. It can travel up to 32.9 miles on battery power alone, which is more than enough for most urban commutes to be completed with zero tail-pipe emissions. It's a nice stepping stone to the future of electric cars.
The Mercedes E-Class has a very classy and elegant cabin, with cool ambient lighting allowing you to customise the feel inside. Quality is excellent, too - everything feels expensively trimmed and even the man-made leather is pretty convincing.
Despite being generously equipped across its various trim levels, the E-Class (like many executive models) requires you to delve into the options list for the more sophisticated equipment. Still, many models now have the twin-screen panoramic infotainment display as standard, while you can opt for kit such as remote parking too.
All of this clever stuff is underpinned by the E-Class getting the basics spot on, so it’s still a comfortable, roomy and very classy executive saloon. It's not quite the consummate all-rounder that the BMW 5 Series is, however.
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Looking for an older model? You'll want to read our Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009-2016 review.
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023) handling and engines
- Engines range from E 200 d Automatic to AMG E 63 S
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 21–72 mpg
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Handling and ride quality
The optional Air Body Control air suspension endows the E-Class with a truly magic carpet and is worth paying for. The standard Agility Control suspension with Dynamic Select for the damping lets you choose between ECO, Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and Individual settings. On most roads, most of the time, the Comfort mode is the one to stick with.
Wheel choice affects the ride quality of the E-Class, so we’d stay on standard 17-inch wheels for the big-selling E220 d and have the smoothest driving experience.
Where the E-Class does fall down is when it comes to cornering agility and enjoyment. Saloon cars need to excel here if they're to offer a viable alternative to SUVs. The E-Class is relatively balanced and composed, but its bias towards softness means it can't compete with either the 5 Series or the XF on that front.
The steering is light and lacks sharpness, and the body leans over quite a bit in hard cornering. Even in selectable Sport mode, which firms things up, there’s a distinct feeling that the E-Class doesn’t really want to be driven with gusto.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Engines
The 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engines in the E220 d and the 300 d are near silent at 70-80mph, both settling at well under 2000rpm thanks to the a nine-speed automatic gearbox that is used in every version of the E-Class. The hybrid E300 de EQ uses this engine too but coupled to a 122PS electric motor for rapid performance and low emissions and fuel consumption.
Move to the E350 d and 400 d and they share a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbodiesel with immense power and shove for relaxed cruising and muscular overtaking ability.
Petrol fans are well catered for with the E200’s 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine with 184PS. The 300 e uses the same engine but hybrid electric motor, while the 300 de combines diesel and electric motors. The E450 has a 3.0-litre turbo V6 motor and the AMG models use the 435PS 3.0-litre unit in the E53 or a thumping 612PS twin-turbo 4.0litre V8 in the E63.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Safety
Every Mercedes E-Class comes with dual front, side and curtain airbags, as well as a separate ’bag for the driver’s knees. They also all have cruise control with speed limiter, tyre pressure monitoring system, and Attention Assist.
Blind Spot Assist is common to every model, along with front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera, autonomous emergency braking, and an Active Bonnet that pops up in a collision to better protect pedestrians if they come into contact with the car. However, SE and AMG Line Hybrid models do not get Traffic Sign Assist included in their list price.
The E-Class received a full five stars from Euro NCAP when it was tested in 2016. Despite the test becoming stricter since, the car's safety kit tally has increased to match that.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG E 43 | 34 mpg | 4.6 s | 192 g/km |
| AMG E 44 | 34 mpg | 4.6 s | 192 g/km |
| AMG E 45 | 34 mpg | 4.6 s | 192 g/km |
| AMG E 53 | 33 mpg | 4.5 s | 200 g/km |
| AMG E 53 EQ Boost | - | 4.5 s | 212–215 g/km |
| AMG E 63 | 26–31 mpg | 3.5 s | 207 g/km |
| AMG E 63 S | 26–31 mpg | 3.4 s | 207–277 g/km |
| E 200 Automatic | 39–42 mpg | 7.7 s | 153–164 g/km |
| E 200 d Automatic | 66–72 mpg | 8.4 s | 102–112 g/km |
| E 200 EQ Boost | - | 7.4–7.5 s | 165–180 g/km |
| E 220 d 4Matic Automatic | 55 mpg | 7.5 s | 117–135 g/km |
| E 220 d Automatic | 59–66 mpg | 7.3 s | 102–157 g/km |
| E 220 d MHEV | - | 7.4 s | 139–156 g/km |
| E 300 d Automatic | - | - | 135 g/km |
| E 300 d EQ Boost | - | 6.3 s | 154–167 g/km |
| E 300 de | 59–61 mpg | 5.9 s | 33–41 g/km |
| E 300 e | - | 5.9 s | 37–46 g/km |
| E 350 d 4Matic Automatic | 45 mpg | 5.9 s | 167 g/km |
| E 350 d Automatic | 49–54 mpg | 5.9 s | 136–144 g/km |
| E 350 e | - | 6.2 s | 49–57 g/km |
| E 400 d 4Matic Automatic | 47 mpg | 4.9 s | 154–157 g/km |
| E 400 d Automatic | - | 4.9 s | 176–189 g/km |
| E 450 4Matic Automatic | - | - | 196 g/km |
| E 450 EQ Boost | - | 5.0 s | 204 g/km |
| E 63 S | - | 4.6 s | 276 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
79%
Real MPG
21–72 mpg
MPGs submitted
311
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023) interior
- Boot space is 370–540 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of five stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4923–4993 mm |
| Width | 2065 mm |
| Height | 1447–1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2939 mm |
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Practicality
Sure, the E-Class can compete on the tech front with its large infotainment screen, but it also serves up masses of leg, shoulder and headroom, along with a whole host of adjustment for the driver's seat and wheel. This is completed with partial electric movement, while the steering wheel also moves for height and depth.
The wide rear bench has more than enough width for three kids and even a trio of adults will fit without banging elbows too much. The 5 Series and A6 are ever so slightly more spacious, but it's mainly headroom where the E-Class is only slightly lacking.
The Mercedes E-Class' boot capacity of 540 litres is pretty strong. That puts it ahead of the BMW 5 Series by a margin of 10-litres and the Mercedes also scores with a long, flat floor.
The Mercedes E-Class's external dimensions give it a length of 4,935mm, a width of 1,852mm and a height of 1,460mm. That makes it marginally smaller in every dimensions than the 5 Series.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Quality and finish
In the E-Class, this impression is more than justified as the attention to detail and quality of build is second to none. Even six years on from launch it feels like a cut above.
It means the fit and finish of the E-Class is a source of much pleasure to its owners and the materials used are also of a very high grade. On some models, the seat upholstery is a man-made hide, which Mercedes has been using for decades.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Infotainment
It’s disappointing the E-Class doesn’t come with the large infotainment screen as standard on every model. If you do get it, you’ll enjoy two HD 12.3-inch widescreens, housed in a shared casing. One replaces the traditional instrument binnacle and floods the driver with clear, well-presented information.
If the setup has a weakness, it’s that the graphics are occasionally lacklustre and the COMAND rotary control system, as refined as it’s become since its clunky first outings, is still a fundamentally flawed way of navigating the screens, like drawing with an Etch-A-Sketch when really you just want to put a pencil to the screen itself. However, the Mercedes me connect voice control is simple to use. Happily, updated versions use an advanced voice control system too.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023) value for money
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Prices
Like many executive saloons the E-Class doesn't hold its value particularly well. It probably doesn't help that so many end up serving as high-end taxis and private hire vehicles. A four-year old Mercedes E220 d can be yours from around £17,000 for one with 40,000 miles on the clock.
There are others out there that are markedly cheaper but with much higher mileages as the E-Class can shrug of plenty of miles with ease.
Look for a nearly new or pre-registered version of the E220 d and you will need to spend around £35,000 for an AMG Line Edition Premium with less than 5000 miles under its belt. That is a saving of about £7500 on the list price of a brand-new model.
Mercedes offers its own approved used cars and there are generally plenty of E-Class models to choose from within the firm’s dealer ranks. All approved used Mercedes cars come with a year’s unlimited mileage warranty and roadside assistance.
There are a variety of ways to fund a new or used E-Class from Mercedes dealers, including the firm’s Agility personal contract plan, contract hire, an operating lease, and hire purchase for private buyers. There are also deals for business users.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2016 – 2023): Running Costs
Real MPG figures show that the E220d is able to offer 50.6mpg in everyday driving, which is impressive for a car of this size and weight. The 300de is the best of the hybrid and provides a claimed best of 217.3mpg.
The cheapest Mercedes E-Class to get insurance cover for is the petrol-powered E200, which sits in group 28 in SE trim, or group 29 as an AMG Line model. Choose the popular E220 d and it’s in group 31 in either trim. At the other end of the insurance scale is the AMG E63 that manages to avoid the top bracket by sitting in group 47, or group 49 if you take it with all the options packs.
The hybrid versions of the Mercedes E-Class pay £10 in the first year and only £155 in subsequent years. The E200 d will cost you £190 for the first 12 months’ road tax and £165 for the following years. The most expensive of the lot is the AMG E63 that attracts a painful first yearly payment of £2365.
Bear in mind all of these models will also attract a further 'premium car' tax of £355 in the first year because their list prices are over £40k.
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The Mercedes E-Class SE has Agility Control suspension and Dynamic Select driving modes. You also get 17-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers, LED lights, all-round parking sensors and reversing camera.
It also comes with keyless ignition, heated front seats, leather upholstery, cruise control and the 12.3-inch cockpit display. Go for the SE Hybrid and it gains 18-inch wheels, Seat Comfort pack and four-way lumbar support for the front seats.
The Mercedes E-Class AMG Line have 19-inch wheels and an AMG body kit, while inside there’s Artico man-made leather upholstery and a black roof liner.
This model also gets the COMAND Online system with control wheel, internet access and the 12.3-inch colour display. The AMG Line Edition Premium has Multibeam LED headlights, Memory pack front seats, and the Parking package.
The Mercedes E-Class Premium Plus adds 20-inch alloys, keyless entry, panoramic glass sunroof, gloss black exterior trim and the Burmester surround sound system with 13 speakers. The AMG models have their own unique specification that adds the Ride Control on the Air Body Control suspension and AMG Dynamic Select driving modes.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4923–4993 mm |
| Width | 2065 mm |
| Height | 1447–1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2939 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1615–2065 kg |
| Boot Space | 370–540 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 10000–15500 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £36,030–£117,775 |
| Insurance Groups | 28–49 |
| Road Tax Bands | A–M |
| Official MPG | 26.2–113.0 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 5 |
On sale until August 2024
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| AMG Line E300de 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 306 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £53,065 | - | 5.9 s |
| AMG Line E300e 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 320 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £51,815 | - | 5.9 s |
| AMG Line Night Edition Premium Plus E300de 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 306 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £53,815 | - | 5.9 s |
| AMG Line Night Edition Premium Plus E300e 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 320 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £56,315 | - | 5.9 s |
| AMG Line Premium E300de 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 306 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £55,065 | - | 5.9 s |
| AMG Line Premium E300e 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 320 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £53,815 | - | 5.9 s |
On sale until May 2024
On sale until January 2023
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| E53 Premium E53 4MATIC+ 9G Speedshift Auto MHEV EQ Boost 22hp/16kw Start/Stop 4dr | £66,305 | - | 4.5 s |
On sale until August 2022
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| AMG Line Edition E300de 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 306 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £48,755 | - | 5.9 s |
| AMG Line Edition E300e 9G-Tronic Auto EQ Power 320 122 hp/90 kW Start/Stop 4dr | £47,505 | - | 5.9 s |
| E63 S Night Edition Premium Plus E63 4MATIC+ AMG Speedshift MCT Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 3.4 s |
| Sport E200 211 9G-Tronic Auto MHEV EQ Boost 14hp/10kW Start/Stop 4dr | £40,385 | - | 7.5 s |
| Sport E220d MHEV 20hp/15kw 9G-Tronic Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 7.4 s |
On sale until April 2022
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| AMG Line E220d BlueTEC 9G-Tronic Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| AMG Line Night Edition Premium Plus E220d BlueTEC 9G-Tronic Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| AMG Line Premium E220d BlueTEC 9G-Tronic Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| Sport E220d BlueTEC 9G-Tronic Auto Start/Stop 4dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
On sale until November 2020
On sale until July 2020
On sale until October 2019
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| E200 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4dr | £40,620 | 39.2 mpg | 7.7 s |
| E200 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4dr | £43,015 | 39.2 mpg | 7.7 s |
| E200 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £45,015 | 39.2 mpg | 7.7 s |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4dr | £40,560 | 58.9 mpg | 7.3 s |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £42,470 | 55.4 mpg | 7.5 s |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4dr | £42,955 | 58.9 mpg | 7.3 s |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £44,865 | 55.4 mpg | 7.5 s |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £44,955 | 58.9 mpg | 7.3 s |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £46,865 | 55.4 mpg | 7.5 s |
| E400d 3.0 AMG Line Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £54,685 | 47.1 mpg | 4.9 s |
| E400d 3.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £57,080 | 47.1 mpg | 4.9 s |
| E400d 3.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £59,080 | 47.1 mpg | 4.9 s |
On sale until April 2019
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| E200d 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4dr | £38,565 | 65.7 mpg | 8.4 s |
| E200d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4dr | £41,360 | 65.7 mpg | 8.4 s |
| E200d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £42,460 | 65.7 mpg | 8.4 s |
| E200d 2.0 SE Auto 4dr | £36,030 | 72.4 mpg | 8.4 s |
| E200d 2.0 SE Premium Auto 4dr | £38,825 | 72.4 mpg | 8.4 s |
| E200d 2.0 SE Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £39,925 | 72.4 mpg | 8.4 s |
| E350e 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4dr | £48,065 | - | 6.2 s |
| E350e 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4dr | £50,860 | - | 6.2 s |
| E350e 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £51,960 | - | 6.2 s |
| E350e 2.0 SE Auto 4dr | £45,555 | - | 6.2 s |
| E350e 2.0 SE Premium Auto 4dr | £48,350 | - | 6.2 s |
| E350e 2.0 SE Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £49,450 | - | 6.2 s |
| E63 4.0 AMG Auto 4MATIC+ 4dr | £79,970 | 31.0 mpg | 3.5 s |
| E63 4.0 AMG Premium Auto 4MATIC+ 4dr | £84,915 | 26.2 mpg | 3.5 s |
| E63 4.0 AMG S Edition 1 Auto 4MATIC+ 4dr | £107,620 | 31.0 mpg | 3.4 s |
| E63 4.0 AMG S Edition 1 Premium Auto 4MATIC+ 4dr | £106,585 | 31.0 mpg | 3.4 s |
| E63 4.0 AMG S Premium Auto 4MATIC+ 4dr | £94,725 | 26.2 mpg | 3.4 s |
On sale until November 2018
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| E350d 3.0 AMG Line Auto 4dr | £48,485 | 48.7 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 AMG Line Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £50,085 | 44.8 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4dr | £51,280 | 48.7 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £52,880 | 44.8 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £52,380 | 48.7 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £53,980 | 44.8 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 SE Auto 4dr | £45,625 | 54.3 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 SE Premium Auto 4dr | £48,420 | 54.3 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E350d 3.0 SE Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £49,520 | 54.3 mpg | 5.9 s |
| E43 3.0 AMG Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £58,160 | 33.6 mpg | 4.6 s |
| E43 3.0 AMG Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £60,955 | 33.6 mpg | 4.6 s |
| E43 3.0 AMG Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £62,055 | 33.6 mpg | 4.6 s |
On sale until April 2017
| Saloon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £40,510 | 58.9 mpg | - |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £43,305 | 58.9 mpg | - |
| E220d 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £44,405 | 58.9 mpg | - |
| E220d 2.0 SE Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £38,015 | 65.7 mpg | - |
| E220d 2.0 SE Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £40,810 | 65.7 mpg | - |
| E220d 2.0 SE Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £41,910 | 65.7 mpg | - |
| E350e 2.0 AMG Line Auto 4dr | £48,005 | - | - |
| E350e 2.0 AMG Line Premium Auto 4dr | £50,800 | - | - |
| E350e 2.0 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £51,900 | - | - |
| E350e 2.0 SE Auto 4dr | £45,510 | - | - |
| E350e 2.0 SE Premium Auto 4dr | £48,305 | - | - |
| E350e 2.0 SE Premium Plus Auto 4dr | £49,405 | - | - |
| E43 3.0 AMG Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £56,575 | 33.6 mpg | - |
| E43 3.0 AMG Premium Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £59,370 | 33.6 mpg | - |
| E43 3.0 AMG Premium Plus Auto 4MATIC 4dr | £60,470 | 33.6 mpg | - |
Model History
- January 2016: New Mercedes-Benz E-Class revealed
- March 2016: E43 AMG 4Matic launched
- October 2016: Mercedes-AMG E 63 and E 63 S announced
- February 2017: Mercedes AMG E 63 4Matic+ launched
- February 2017: E 220 d 4Matic launched
- May 2018: E 400d introduced
- November 2018: E 300 de goes on sale
- December 2018: E 300 e pricing announced
- March 2020: Facelifted Mercedes-Benz E-Class revealed
- June 2020: Updated Mercedes-AMG E 63 S revealed
- July 2020: Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class priced from £39,130
January 2016
New Mercedes-Benz E-Class revealed
The new E-Class will come with a choice of two engines at market launch: the E 200 with a four-cylinder petrol engine and the E 220 d with an all-new four-cylinder diesel engine. In the UK the range will start with the E 220 d.
A further highlight of the new E-Class is its seats. Their ergonomic, sculptural form combines Mercedes-Benz’s hallmark suitability for long journeys with a refined, sporty look, featuring a unique design for each line. Another new feature in this segment is a Heat Comfort package including heated armrests in the doors and on the centre console.
The rear bench seat in the new E-Class Saloon comes with the option of a three-piece backrest with a 40/20/40 split. Integral features of the centre armrest include a stowage box and two pop-out drinks holders. There is also the option of a holder for a tablet PC for the rear passengers.
The E 350 e features hybrid technology and the Plug-In Hybrid allows around 30 kilometres of purely electric driving. Its four-cylinder petrol engine, in conjunction with a powerful electric motor, gives it a total system output of 279PS with a system torque of 600Nm.
The most powerful diesel variant will boast a six-cylinder engine incorporating advanced SCR exhaust technology, with an output of 258PS and a peak torque of 620Nm.
Another variant to join the range will be the E 400 4MATIC whose six-cylinder petrol engine has an output of 333PS and a maximum torque of 480Nm. This model is not currently planned for the UK.
Further variants will later complete the engine range, including a new four-cylinder diesel unit developing 150PS. The range of petrol engines will comprise four-cylinder versions with outputs ranging from 183PS to 245PS plus a six-cylinder variant developing 333PS.
All models available at market launch are equipped with the new 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission as standard. It enables fast gear changes and allows low engine revs, which has a particularly beneficial effect on efficiency and noise levels.
The suspension on the new E-Class offers agile driving pleasure on twisting roads as well as the highest level of ride comfort in this segment. The Saloon comes with steel suspension as standard. Three DIRECT CONTROL suspension systems with selective damping system are available in conjunction with this suspension:
- Comfort suspension
- Comfortable Avantgarde suspension with a sportier character,
lowered by 15 millimetres - Sporty suspension with adaptive damping adjustment, lowered
by 15 millimetres, which replaces the classic sports suspension
Alternatively the new E-Class can be equipped with multi-chamber air suspension all round – the only car in its segment to offer this option. Advantages of this system: Three chambers of different size in the spring struts of the rear axle and two in the spring struts of the front axle make it possible to control, in three stages, how stiffly the suspension reacts. In this way, the occupants enjoy soft base suspension, and the secure feeling of good handling stability as the speed increases.
March 2016
E43 AMG 4Matic launched
On sale in September 2016, with two new turbochargers and corresponding software applications, the supercharged six-cylinder engine delivers an output of 401PS.
The 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission with shorter shift times, the retuned sports suspension based on the AIR BODY CONTROL air suspension and the more direct steering ratio also provide for signature AMG Driving Performance.
On the E 43 4MATIC, Mercedes-AMG has upgraded the six-cylinder engine's output by 34PS with the aid of two larger turbochargers and sophisticated software applications. The ample peak torque of 520Nm is available right from a low engine speed of 2500 rpm.
The new E 43 4MATIC reaches a speed of 62mph from a standing start in 4.6 seconds, while its top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
| Mercedes-AMG E 43 4MATIC | |
| Engine | V6 biturbo |
| Displacement | 2996 cc |
| Output | 295 kW (401 hp) at 6100 rpm |
| Peak torque | 520 Nm at 2500-5000 rpm |
| Fuel consumption, combined | 8.3 l/100 km |
| CO 2 emissions, combined | 189 g/km |
| Efficiency class | D |
| Kerb weight (according to DIN/EC) | 1765 kg*/1840 kg** |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h*** |
October 2016
Mercedes-AMG E 63 and E 63 S announced
With acceleration from 0 – 62 mph in 3.4 seconds it has an AMG Speedshift MCT (Multi Clutch Technology) nine-speed sports transmission combined with a wet start-off clutch. This allows more agile response times to be achieved. Another highlight is the completely new AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive system.
The exterior design, featuring a new radiator grille and coupé-style inset bonnet, underlines the performance figures. The next generation of the E 63 thus offers a completely new level of sportiness and comfort.
In the latest generation of the E 63 4MATIC+ and the E 63 S 4MATIC+ Mercedes-AMG is introducing a number of new developments that redefine the performance saloon. Innovative powertrain engineering and maximum performance are combined with distinctive design, exclusive equipment and the latest infotainment features for comprehensive, connected multimedia applications.
February 2017
Mercedes AMG E 63 4Matic+ launched
Priced from £78,935 while the E 63 S 4MATIC+ costs £88,295 and the E 63 S 4MATIC+ Edition 1 is available for £106,585. First deliveries are due in June 2017.
All models are powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, producing 571PS in the E 63 and 612PS in the E 63 S. The E 63 can sprint from standstill to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds, compared to 3.4 seconds for the E 63 S (previous models generated 557PS and 585PS and achieved 0-62 mph in 4.2 seconds and 4.1 seconds respectively). Both models are electronically limited to 155 mph – unless specified with the AMG Drivers package which increases the top speed to an electronically limited 186mph.
The E 63 comes as standard with AMG Ride Control sports suspension; 19-inch AMG five twin-spoke alloy wheels; Nappa leather upholstery; split folding rear seats; Comand Online with a 12.3-inch display; and 12.3-inch widescreen cockpit display. The E 63 S adds 20-inch AMG five twin-spoke alloy wheels; active dynamic engine mounts; AMG performance seats; and a steering wheel finished in Nappa leather and Dinamica microfibre.
The Edition 1 – based on the E 63 S – adds 20-inch AMG cross-spoke wheels in black; designo Selenite Grey magno paint; and AMG Night package. Extra detailing in Titanium Grey above the side skirts is also standard. Inside, standard equipment includes AMG sports seats and Dinamica steering wheel with yellow contrast stitching, plus AMG carbon fibre trim.
For £6,995, E 63 S and Edition 1 customers can opt for AMG high-performance ceramic brakes, while the AMG performance exhaust can be added to all models for £1,000.
An AMG carbon fibre package adds front splitter, side sill panels, and rear bumper finished in carbon fibre for £3,370. The AMG Night package adds black detailing on the side sills, black exterior mirror housings and a black front splitter, all for £595.
February 2017
E 220 d 4Matic launched
Prices start at £38,175 and it uses the same four-cylinder 2.0-litre bi-turbo engine as the standard rear-wheel-drive E 220 d. It produces 194PS and 400Nm and comes with a nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox.
CO2 is 117g/km and claimed economy is 62.8mpg. With a torque split of 45:55 (front:rear), the 4MATIC system offers greater traction, driving dynamics and driving stability in all road conditions. This is the first time a diesel E-Class has been offered with all-wheel-drive in the UK.
May 2018
E 400d introduced
Prices for the E 400 d start at £52,685. The E 400 d, which replaces the E 350 d, uses a new 3.0-litre straight six turbodiesel engine (codenamed OM 656) with an output of 340PS and 700Nm (up from 258PS and 620Nm).
It can deliver up to 48.7 mpg on the combined cycle and emits 154 g/km of CO2. It has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph, and can travel from 0 to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds.
|
Trim |
CO2 (g/km) |
OTR price (£) |
P11D (£) |
Road fund licence (£) |
BIK tax rate (%) |
|
|
Saloon |
||||||
|
E 200 d |
SE |
122 |
36,070 |
35,810 |
205 |
29 |
|
AMG Line |
127 |
38,565 |
38,305 |
205 |
30 |
|
|
E 220 d |
SE |
122 |
37,565 |
37,305 |
205 |
29 |
|
AMG Line |
127 |
40,060 |
39,800 |
205 |
30 |
|
|
E 220 d 4MATIC |
SE |
135 |
39,475 |
38,905 |
515 |
32 |
|
AMG Line |
135 |
41,970 |
41,400 |
515 |
32 |
|
|
E 400 d 4MATIC |
AMG Line |
154 |
52,685 |
51,800 |
830 |
35 |
|
E 53 4MATIC+ |
- |
200 |
63,790 |
62,495 |
1,240 |
37 |
|
E 63 4MATIC+ |
- |
245 |
84,915 |
83,100 |
1,760 |
37 |
|
E 63 S 4MATIC+ |
- |
245 |
94,275 |
92,460 |
1,760 |
37
|
November 2018
E 300 de goes on sale
Priced at £47,700, it is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine which produces 194PS and 400Nm of torque and a hybrid module with 122PS of electric power and 440Nm of torque (combined system output is 700 Nm).
It can achieve 166.2 mpg on the combined cycle and emits 41 g/km of CO2. It can travel from 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph.
The E 300 de has a fully electric range of 34 miles. It has a battery capacity of 13.5 kWh and can be charged from 10 to 100 per cent in under two hours with a 7.4 kW charger.
December 2018
E 300 e pricing announced
The E 300 e plug-in hybrid is now available to order, with prices starting at £47,450 for the SE model. It combines a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor, capable of covering 31 miles on electric power alone.
The entry-level SE features blind spot assist; widescreen cockpit; four USB ports; touchpad with controller; illuminated door sills; spilt-folding rear seats; Parking package including Active Parking Assist with front and rear parking sensors; Seat Comfort package including Electro-pneumatic four-way lumbar support; ambient lighting with a choice of 64 colours; 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels; Keyless-Go starting function; light carbon-grain aluminium trim with centre console in black open-pored ash wood; and heated front seats with electric adjustment.
The AMG Line trim adds AMG exterior bodystyling; 18-inch five-twin-spoke alloy wheels; black open-pore ash wood trim with Artico Dinamica leather upholstery; AMG steering wheel with touch control buttons; and privacy glass.
The Premium package is available for £2,395 and includes COMAND Online; memory package; wireless charging; Multibeam LED; and Parking package including 360 camera.
The £4,395 Premium Plus package adds to this with Burmester surround sound system; Keyless-Go package including hands-free access, automatic powered boot closing and keyless entry; and a panoramic sunroof.
For £595 the Night package (only available with AMG Line trim) can be added and includes 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels in high-gloss black; diamond radiator grille and a single louvre in high-gloss black; front apron in high-gloss black; and rear bumper in high-gloss black with chrome trim.
The Comfort package – only available in conjunction with the Premium or Premium Plus package – costs £1,895 for SE trim (£3,295 for AMG Line) and includes Air Balance; Energizing comfort control; Air Body Control air suspension; and Nappa leather upholstery (AMG Line only).
Driver assistance systems include a Lane Tracking package (£595) that includes Active Lane Keeping Assist, and the more comprehensive Driving Assistance package (£1,695) which adds Active Brake Assist; Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Speed Limit Assist; Active Lane-change Assist; Evasive Steering Assist; Pre-Safe Impulse Side and Pre-Safe Plus.
March 2020
Facelifted Mercedes-Benz E-Class revealed
Tweaks include revised lights and a new front grille and bumper. There's a new Avantgarde Line entry-level model and upgrades to the All-Terrain model, making it look more similar to the SUV models. UK prices and specifications will be announced ahead of the updated E-Class going on sale in May.
June 2020
Updated Mercedes-AMG E 63 S revealed
Like the rest of the E-Class range, updates include a refreshed front-end and the latest MBUX infotainment. UK prices and specifications will follow.
July 2020
Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class priced from £39,130
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon and Estate are now on sale, with prices starting from £39,130 on-the-road for the entry E 200 Sport Saloon, and £41,460 for the E 200 Sport Estate.
The E 200 features a 2.0-litre petrol engine with EQ Boost, generating 197PS and 320Nm. The Saloon delivers 38.7 combined mpg and emits 165 g/km of CO2 (AMG Line: 166 g/km), while the Estate delivers 37.2 mpg and emits from 174 g/km.
Using a 3.0-litre straight-six petrol engine, the E 450 4MATIC with EQ Boost produces 367 hp and 500 Nm. On the combined cycle, the Saloon can achieve 31.4 mpg and 204 g/km.
Both the four-cylinder and six-cylinder petrol engines come with the EQ Boost 48-volt onboard electrical system as standard – thanks to energy recovery and ‘glide’ mode the system further improves efficiency.
The diesel-powered E 220 d has a 2.0-litre engine with an output of 194 hp and 400 Nm. It can deliver between 53.3 and 47.1 combined mpg and emits between 139 and 157 g/km (Estate: 50.4-45.6 mpg and 148-161 g/km).
The E 400 d 4MATIC uses a 3.0-litre straight-six engine that can produce 340 hp and 700 Nm. It can deliver between 42.2 and 39.2 combined mpg and emits between 176 and 189 g/km of CO2, while the estate delivers 38.7-37.2 mpg and a between 181-192g/km of CO2.
All models come as standard with a 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission.
Standard equipment on Sport models – available on E 200 and E 220 d only – includes MBUX infotainment system, with two 12.3-inch cockpit and central displays; 17-inch alloy wheels; front and rear parking sensors; reversing camera; LED headlights; Blind Spot Assist; wireless smartphone charging; leather upholstery; and heated front seats.
For an additional £2500, AMG Line – E 200 and E 220 d only – adds 18-inch AMG alloy wheels; AMG bodystyling; privacy glass; Multibeam LED intelligent headlights; and Thermotronic three-zone automatic climate control.
AMG Line Premium adds 19-inch AMG alloy wheels; Keyless-Go Comfort package, with keyless lock and unlocking; 360° camera; and MBUX augmented reality for navigation. AMG Line Premium is available for £2,000 over AMG Line models.
For another £2,500, the range-topping AMG Line Night Edition Premium Plus adds 20-inch AMG alloy wheels; Night package; panoramic sunroof; Burmester surround sound system; Memory package, including electrically adjustable front seats; and for vitalising comfort – the Energizing Comfort package.
AMG Line Night Edition Premium Plus and Mercedes-AMG models are optionally available with the £1,695 Driving Assistance package, which includes Active Blind Spot Assist; Active Braking Assist with cross-traffic function; Active Assist Distance Distronic; Active Emergency Stop Assist; Active Speed Limit Assist; Active Steering Assist; Evasive Steering Assist; Pre-Safe Plus; and route-based speed adjustment.
The E 300 e AMG Line Edition Saloon plug-in hybrid is priced from £46,230. The E 300 de AMG Line Edition Saloon starts at £47,480 while the Estate costs £49,480.
The E 300 e features a petrol 2.0-litre engine combined with a 13.5 kWh battery, together they have a maximum possible output of 333 hp and 790 Nm. It can deliver a weighted combined average of 176.6 mpg and emits just 37 g/km of CO2. The E 300 e has an all-electric range of between 33 and 35 miles.
The E 300 de is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine and also uses a 13.5 kWh battery. The combustion engine produces 194 hp and 400 Nm, while the electric motor can add up to 122 hp and 440 Nm. The E 300 de is capable of achieving a weighted combined average of 235.4 mpg and emits just 33 g/km of CO2. It has an all-electric range of between 32 and 34 miles.
On the E 53, standard equipment includes 19-inch AMG five-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels; Keyless-Go Comfort package; 360° camera; MBUX augmented reality for navigation; and an AMG-specific grille.
Over and above Premium, Night Edition Premium Plus adds AMG Night package; 20-inch AMG alloy wheels in matt black; panoramic sunroof Burmester surround sound system; Memory package; Energizing Comfort package; AMG-specific grille in gloss black; and AMG carbon fibre trim. It costs £68,250 or £70,250 for the estate.
The E 63 S comes as standard in the Night Edition Premium Plus equipment line, which includes all of the above equipment plus 20-inch AMG forged wheels in matt black and Driving Assistance Package Plus.
What to watch out for
Report of headlights of new Mercedes Benz E-Class fogging over with condensation, probably due to different expansion and contraction rates of the polycarbonate lenses, reflectors and car body breaking the seal.
28-05-2017:Report of Park Pilot attempting to reverse a 2017 Mercedes E220d automatic into a space already filled by another car.
13-04-2018:Problems reported with electronic systems of September 2016 Mercedes Benz E220d: More then 50 spurious alarm activations plus numerous sensor issues: Radar sensor, rear and front park sensors, rear camera not working or going in and out all the time. Battery issues and engine management warning lights. Possibly due to a neighbour using electronic equipment that does not conform to the EC electronic interference directive. Turned out not to be caused by the light tubes. Explanation given why stop start does not work is that electrical power diverted to aircon which was set at low temperature thus prioritising power to air con. Oil leak now from camshaft cover.
25-07-2018:Report of traffic announcement system on radio of Mercedes E200 2017 not working. Owner's dealer told him this is a quite common problem especially with the Command system on the W213 E-Class. Has been waiting for over a month for a software update from Germany.
28-08-2018:Report of crease appearing in offside front wing of March 2018 Mercedes Benz E-Class after 3 months; no abrasions or markings on the paintwork. Owner paid £300 to have it rectified. Now, in August 2018, a similar crease has appeared in the nearside wing in exactly the same place.
07-09-2018:Fault with September 2016 Mercedes Benz E220d (12-4-2018) turned out to be that stop start does not work is that electrical power diverted to aircon which was set at low temperature thus prioritising power to air con. Oil leak now from camshaft cover.
19-10-2018:Report of vibration while braking on approved used W213 Mercedes E220d AMG Line after 5,000 miles. Dealer changed discs and brakes but after driving for 2,000 same problem again so they changed discs and pads again. Now they are saying may be problem in hubs. Car is at 25,000 miles.
21-05-2019:Irritating issue reported with 2017 Mercedes-Benz E350d BlueTEC 9G-Tronic Auto. Car drives well but from new has displayed an amber engine warning light. Owner took it back few times to Mercedes Benz service to check. Twice he was told it is due bumps in the road, until the automatic transmission failed late in 2018. Mercedes emergency service took the car, kept it for almost one month and reassured owner that the fault was in the exhaust and was eliminated. A few weeks later the amber warning light is permanently on again. Will require AdBlue. Could be that the owner simply isn't driving it far enough to trigger active regeneration of the DPF.
03-08-2019:Report of engine warning lights appearing repeatedly in leased 2017 Mercedes-Benz E Class 3.0 E350d BlueTEC 9G-Tronic Auto. Car has been back to MB dealer 6 times, stayed with them for 1 month on one occasion, but problem still returns. MB FInance is asking for a £5,000 penalty for early return of the car.
11-09-2019:Report of "brand new" (presumed 59 reg) Mercedes Benz E300 D catching fire. It broke down. Owner called Mercedes roadside assistance, which sent RAC to check the car. After 2hours of checking could not find a fault, then RAC man drove the car and it was fine again so he said take it to Mercedes tomorrow and left. Owner was 40 miles from home so got back on the motorway, but after roughly 15 miles it started jerking again so he pulled over and opened the bonnet and saw fire underneath the engine. By the time the fire brigade arrived 50% of the car was on fire.
31-10-2019:Report of erratic oil usage of July 2018 Mercedes-Benz E220 D 1,950cc estate. Car was purchased in February 2019 with 3,000 miles, which indicates it had been sitting around. A day or two after purchase, the oil warning light lit. The light would appear every day or every other day but not until the the engine reached normal operating temperature.
12-11-2019:Report of just-purchased 7500 mile 2017 Mercedes Benz E43AMG suffering front tyre 'jumping' when on lock. Currently has Continental 245/35 R20 tyres fitted.
05-01-2020:Report of 2019 Mercedes-Benz W213 E250d BlueEfficiency cabriolet needing fresh brake discs and pads after 1500 miles. Owner's previous identical car was replaced because it went through two sets of discs and pads in a fortnight. First symptom is after driving for more than about an hour you owner feels the car judder under braking both heavy and light.
09-01-2020:Report of December 2018 Mercedes Bez E400D over-revving "approx 40-50% of the time, always from cold but also when the engine is hot. Occurs when the car is idling and also whilst driving. Gear changes during a journey are at much higher revs than when the car is revving normally. Fuel consumption is poor." Car has done 9,500 miles and problem started after 1,000 miles.
20-10-2020:Report of alloy wheel peeling on 2017 E Class. Owner had upgraded to 18-inch wheels in tremolite grey. At worst the coating is peeling off and at best the wheels have white blemishes. The dealer has applied for a goodwill warranty with Mercedes-Benz UK, but this has been rejected.
05-02-2021:Report of AdBlue system failure on 2016 E220d at 38,250 miles. AdBlue was topped up from just a touch below half to full. MBUK will not offer any financial help because the owner has had car serviced outside of the Mercedes-Benz dealer network.
