2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43

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Rating7.7

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Midsize Sedan
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$72,400
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

An enchanting exhaust note to match the ride quality

Less cargo capacity compared to rivals

Completely redesigned

Exquisite cabin

Infotainment system isn't the easiest to use

Engaging driving dynamics

Lots of personalization options

Specs & Features

$72,400

price

396 hp @ 6100 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize sedan segment, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Jaguar XF S, the Audi A6 Competition Prestige, and the Maserati Ghibli S. With a single trim, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Sedan carries an MSRP of $72,400. It offers a 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission, producing 396 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Sedan manages a 0-60 of 4.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG. 

Buying Advice

The AMG E 43 delivers the best in luxury and performance from Mercedes. It is however recommended that you choose the Premium 3 package, which includes a surround-view camera system, adaptive cruise control, lane change assist, speed limit signs, cross-traffic warnings and mitigation, evasive steering assistance, and more. 

Trims

    Base
    $72,400 onwards
    • Chrome bodyside moldings
    • Crew Cab body
    • Trailering package with integrated trailer brake controller
    • Vinyl seating

Compare to similar cars

Price

$72,400

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.74

Horsepower

396 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$204,950- $206,000

Gasoline

8.09

565 hp @ 6650 rpm

465 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

4

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$68,800- $129,500

Gasoline

8.52

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

5

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$110,700- $129,500

Gasoline

8.29

560 hp @ 5700 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

4

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$70,900- $74,100

Gasoline

8.48

450 hp @ 5800 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

5

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$53,795- $87,795

Gasoline

8.08

265 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$85,995

Gasoline

6.3

640 hp @ 6400 rpm

630 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

5

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$71,600- $79,700

Gasoline

7.09

345 hp @ 5250 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$39,500- $52,900

Gasoline

8.09

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

-

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$52,150- $69,100

Gasoline

8.45

241 hp @ 5500 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.2 sec-109 mph
    3.7 sec11.7 sec-
    3.7 sec12.0 sec174 mph
    3.96 sec--
    4.1 sec12.4 sec178 mph
    2017 Audi S6

    Ranked #5

    4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph

    2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/527.5 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg19.5 gal.429/585 mi.
      2017 Audi A7

      Ranked #3

      21 mpg29 mpg24 mpg19.8 gal.415.8/574.2 mi.
      20 mpg30 mpg24 mpg21.1 gal.422/633 mi.
      2017 Audi S6

      Ranked #4

      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg19.8 gal.-

      2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        194.6 in.73.2 in.57 in.4 in.115.7 in.
        204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        197.6 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.5 in.114.6 in.
        197.6 in.84.3 in.53.5 in.4 in.117.7 in.
        197.3 in.75.2 in.55.8 in.4 in.114.8 in.
        196.7 in.74.1 in.55.4 in.5 in.113.2 in.

        2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.1 cu.ft.--
          2017 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          7.8 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.
          15.3 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
          -88.2 cu.ft.53.2 cu.ft.
          24.5 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.49.1 cu.ft.

          2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -13.1 cu.ft.--
            2017 Audi A7

            Ranked #2

            234.1 cu.ft.24.5 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.-
            73 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.-
            53.2 cu.ft.-53.2 cu.ft.-
            108.4 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.-
            2017 Audi S6

            Ranked #6

            6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.76 ft.

            2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --4145 lbs.
              2017 Audi A7

              Ranked #1

              7716 lbs.-4244 lbs.
              -1129 lbs.4141 lbs.
              -1070 lbs.4034 lbs.
              --4387 lbs.
              --4497 lbs.

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