| Pros | Cons | What's New |
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Exquisite cabin quality | Stiff standard suspension | Redesigned for 2021 |
Polished driving characteristics | Smaller cargo capacity than the competition | New MBUX infotainment system |
Available as wagons as well | New Inline-6 hybrid replaces the V6 | |
Impressive fuel economy from the new V6 | New steering wheel options | |
Bevy of personalization options |
$54,250
price255 hp @ 5800 rpm
horsepower273 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm
torque9-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission2.0L 4cyl RWD 9A
engine-
basic warrantyThe Mercedes-Benz E-Class has always been a name synonymous with the luxury midsize sedan segment around the globe. The car aims to offer the best luxury experience inside, elegant styling, agile handling, and the best craftsmanship that one can offer. The car has become so popular among the people that the German manufacturer has to ramp up its production and give the E-Class a redesign for the 2021 model year.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class makes the most value when equipped in its E450 trim. The price increment over the E350 4Matic isn’t much, and for the price, you get the upgraded inline-6 motor that has more power and is said to be more fuel-efficient owing to the mild hybrid system. One notable addition from the options list is the upgraded 13-speaker Burmester sound system that packs the “luxury car” punch in the music played.
For the 2021 model year, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class borrows some styling cues, both inside and outside, from the bigger S-Class, and now looks better than ever, and also introduces an inline-6 instead of a V6 as the bigger engine on offer. The midsize luxury car goes against fellow Germans such as the BMW 5 Series and the Audi A6, while also giving tough competition to the Nordic Volvo S90.
The range for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class starts at $54,250 for the E350 and comprises two trims - the E350 and the E450. The E350 is further available in a rear-wheel-drive or an all-wheel-drive configuration, while the E450 gets all-wheel drive as standard. Talking of the base trim, it packs amenities like a sunroof, MB-Tex seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and power-adjustable and heated front seats as standard, while there are packages available that help in increasing the visual appeal of the sedan.
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Trim |
E350 |
E450 |
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MSRP (RWD) |
$54,250 |
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MSRP (AWD) |
$56,750 |
$62,000 |
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Key features |
LED headlights |
Adds to E350 |
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Power-adjustable and heated front seats |
3.0L Inline-6 with mild hybrid system |
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MB-Tex upholstery |
Air suspension |
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Dual-zone automatic climate control |
Adaptive headlights |
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12.3-inch MBUX touchscreen infotainment |
MBUX Interior Assistant |
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Sunroof |
Wireless charging pad |
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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
Ventilated front seats |
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Automatic emergency braking |
Panoramic sunroof |
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Blind-spot monitor |
Head-up display |
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The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class makes the most value when equipped in its E450 trim. The price increment over the E350 4Matic isn’t much, and for the price, you get the upgraded inline-6 motor that has more power and is said to be more fuel-efficient owing to the mild hybrid system. One notable addition from the options list is the upgraded 13-speaker Burmester sound system that packs the “luxury car” punch in the music played.
The turbocharged mill under the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class’ hood does have a good hand when it comes to fuel economy, which is also backed up by EPA ratings. The EPA rates this engine at 22 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway, for a combined rating of 25 MPG from its 17.4-gallon fuel tank. The new inline-6 does a better job as compared to the other 6-cylinder engines on the rivals. The EPA rating for this powerplant is at 23 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway, for a combined 26 MPG from the same gas tank.
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Models |
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
2021 BMW 5 Series |
2021 Audi A6 |
2021 Volvo S90 |
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MPG (City) |
22 |
25 |
23 |
21 |
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MPG (Highway) |
31 |
33 |
31 |
32 |
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MPG (Combined) |
25 |
28 |
26 |
25 |
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Fuel Capacity (Gallons) |
17.4 |
18.0 |
19.3 |
15.9 |
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Range (City/ Highway/ Combined) (miles) |
382/539/435 |
450/594/504 |
443/598/501 |
333/508/397 |
The E-Class is one-upped by its rivals when it comes to the fuel economy figures but just marginally. The Bimmer has better fuel economy and a better range because of a bigger fuel tank - a range that is better than the car with the biggest tank in the comparison. The only car to stay behind the Mercedes in the department is the Volvo S90 as it offers a combined mileage of just 25 mpg.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is every bit a luxury car and checks all the boxes of what people expect from a car of this caliber. The door panels are beautifully laid out and have a soft-touch surface up top with comfortable leather on the armrests and a beautiful wooden finish near the top. Even the switches and the door handles feel premium and well-made. The dashboard carries on a similar design and comfort level, which also houses the center screen.
The center console has a wooden surround near the controls that sit just below the infotainment screen and up the visual ante by a lot! The toggles are very well-made and add a touch of premium-ness, also showing how well the craftsmanship on the car is. The center console also houses two cubby spaces - one hides the cupholders while the other space is the armrest. The best part inside is the seats which are just too comfy for any drive you go on and provide utmost comfort and luxury throughout. There’s power-adjustability from the base trim itself, and the seats are covered in Mercedes’ MB-Tex upholstery. The rear seats are also plush, and the cabin is very spacious in both rows of seating.
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Models |
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
2021 BMW 5 Series |
2021 Audi A6 |
2021 Volvo S90 |
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Seating capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
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Front row (Headroom/ Shoulder room/ Legroom) inches |
37.9/57.8/41.3 |
38.8/58.7/41.4 |
38.0/57.8/41.3 |
37.8/57.5/42.2 |
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Second row (Headroom/ Shoulder room/ Legroom) inches |
38.2/56.9/35.8 |
37.5/55.9/36.5 |
38.1/56.5/37.4 |
37.8/55.4/40.4 |
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Trunk capacity (Cubic feet) |
13.1 |
14.0 |
13.7 |
13.5 |
The E-Class has comfortable seating with a posh interior, all placed inside a roomy cabin which has impressive headroom and a lot of shoulder room both in the front row as well as in the rear row. The boot capacity is a bit compromised owing to the roomy interior, but the car can easily hold weekend-getaway worth luggage easily. The interior’s highlighting features include:
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes fitted with a big 12.3-inch touchscreen that is mounted centrally on the dashboard and has premium toggles and buttons beneath it. The system is now powered by MBUX which enables seamless pairing of smartphones along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The user interface is seamless, and the graphics are as smooth as they can be.
That said, the system comes paired to a 13-speaker Burmester system which puts out impressive audio performance with balanced mids and sophisticated highs along with strong bass all along. This system can be upgraded to a 16-speaker system which one-ups the quality and increases the output multifold for the ultimate music experience. Some of the highlighting features of this infotainment system include:
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gets a redesign wherein the front has a more aggressive design, which is evident from the headlights themselves. They now have a more aggressive appeal to them with the LED setup and a more aggressive grille. There are vents in the bumper, but they lead to nowhere and are fake, for visual purposes. The big grille houses the logo and has a different design for all the E-Class trims.
To the side, the car remains unmistakably a Mercedes with big alloy wheels and a swooping line across the doors and the door sills. This design element is rather strong and is very prominent as well. The roofline is typical, with chrome surrounds around the windows. The rear of the car remains subtle with a new tail lamp design and higher bumpers with fake exhaust tips.
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Models |
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
2021 BMW 5 Series |
2021 Audi A6 |
2021 Volvo S90 |
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Curb weight (lbs) |
3,781 |
3,765 |
4,101 |
4,389 |
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Length (inches) |
194.3 |
195.8 |
194.4 |
200.4 |
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Width (inches) |
73.7 |
73.5 |
74.3 |
74.6 |
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Height (inches) |
57.8 |
58.2 |
57.4 |
57.1 |
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Ground clearance (inches) |
4.3 |
5.5 |
6.5 |
6.0 |
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Wheelbase (inches) |
115.7 |
117.1 |
115.1 |
120.5 |
The Mercedes is one of the lighter cars in the comparison with the mass tipping in just shy of 3,800 lbs, which is distributed in such a way that it favors agile handling more than anything else. The weight doesn’t make itself feel once on the move, and the car handles well without much body roll. The proportions are typical of any sedan in this segment, with the ground clearance being the least. That said, the striking looks of the car are justified by:
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has left no stone unturned when it comes to having the best safety out there. The car has a shell that is light but doesn’t skimp on rigidity and strength, while the crumple zones bear the brunt of the impact. Talking of the crash-test results, both the NHTSA and the IIHS have awarded the car with the highest accolades they have on offer. The NHTSA has given the E-Class an overall 5-star rating with a roll-over risk of 9.7%. The IIHS, on the other hand, has awarded the car with Good in all the parameters. There are many passive and active safety aids available, with some of the highlighting driver aids on offer being:
Both the cars face very stiff competition from each other with the Mercedes providing a roomier cabin and better craftsmanship on offer while the Bimmer having the better driving dynamics of the two. The Mercedes has a more powerful base engine with better acceleration figures, but the Bimmer has better fuel economy numbers. Between the two, the choice remains with you.
The Audi A6 one ups the Bimmer in terms of performance but still remains slower as compared to the Mercedes. The former grips better due to the AWD on offer and handles well on unsure surfaces, but when it comes to carving corners on a twisty road, the E-Class takes the baton. In terms of looks, the Merc looks more premium and more like a small S-Class, whereas the A6 looks like a big A4.
The Nordic car has the most power in the comparison and also has AWD as standard, but still remains slower than the Mercedes. The E-Class has better interior and craftsmanship, while also being the better car to be chauffeured around in. The Volvo, on the other hand, has many nifty features inside and has more tech, along with more boot space and a better cabin in terms of roominess.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the most balanced proposition that one can go for in the luxury midsize segment in terms of posh, performance, and looks. The car is a looker and has an impressive level of craftsmanship on offer with the latest technology in terms of infotainment and in terms of driver assistance. The car is one of the safest bets out there with the crash test ratings backing up the safety claims. For entertainment, infotainment has more than enough options to keep the occupants entertained. All this, coupled with the potent powerplant under the hood, makes the E-Class one of the most-suited buys in the segment.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #3 | 5.6 sec | 15.3 sec | 144 mph | |||
2021 Audi A7 Ranked #1 | 5.2 sec | 13.7 sec | 130 mph | |||
2021 Volvo S90 Ranked #2 | 5.4 sec | - | 130 mph | |||
2021 Genesis G80 Ranked #4 | 5.8 sec | - | - | |||
2021 BMW 5 Series Ranked #5 | 5.9 sec | 14.5 sec | 130 mph | |||
2021 Audi A6 Ranked #6 | 6.1 sec | 15.1 sec | 130 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #3 | 22 mpg | 31 mpg | 25 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 382.8/539.4 mi. | |||
2021 BMW 5 Series Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | 18 gal. | 450/594 mi. | |||
2021 Lexus ES 250 Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | 15.9 gal. | 397.5/540.6 mi. | |||
2021 Jaguar XF Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | 19.5 gal. | 487.5/643.5 mi. | |||
2021 Audi A6 Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | 19.3 gal. | 443.9/598.3 mi. | |||
2021 Genesis G80 Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | 17.2 gal. | 395.6/550.4 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #8 | 194.3 in. | 73.7 in. | 57.8 in. | 3.8 in. | 115.7 in. | |||
2021 Volvo S90 Ranked #1 | 200.4 in. | 74.6 in. | 57.1 in. | 5.9 in. | 120.5 in. | |||
2021 Genesis G80 Ranked #2 | 196.5 in. | 75.8 in. | 57.7 in. | 5.5 in. | 118.5 in. | |||
2021 Lexus ES 250 Ranked #3 | 195.9 in. | 73.4 in. | 56.9 in. | - | 113 in. | |||
2021 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #3 | 195.9 in. | 73.4 in. | 56.9 in. | 5.9 in. | 113 in. | |||
2021 BMW 5 Series Ranked #4 | 195.8 in. | 73.5 in. | 58.2 in. | 5.5 in. | 117.1 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #7 | 13.1 cu.ft. | - | 15 cu.ft. | |||
2021 Audi A6 Ranked #1 | 13.7 cu.ft. | 68.3 cu.ft. | 234.1 cu.ft. | |||
2021 Cadillac CT5 Ranked #2 | 11.9 cu.ft. | 163.5 cu.ft. | 140.6 cu.ft. | |||
2021 Jaguar XF Ranked #3 | 10.5 cu.ft. | - | 116.9 cu.ft. | |||
2021 Audi A7 Ranked #4 | 24.9 cu.ft. | 127.3 cu.ft. | 97.1 cu.ft. | |||
2021 Genesis G80 Ranked #5 | 13.1 cu.ft. | 103.8 cu.ft. | 50.8 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #1 | 15 cu.ft. | 13.1 cu.ft. | 15 cu.ft. | - | |||
2021 Audi A7 Ranked #2 | 97.1 cu.ft. | 24.9 cu.ft. | 97.1 cu.ft. | - | |||
2021 Genesis G80 Ranked #3 | 50.8 cu.ft. | 13.1 cu.ft. | 50.8 cu.ft. | - | |||
2021 Audi A6 Ranked #4 | 234.1 cu.ft. | 13.7 cu.ft. | 234.1 cu.ft. | - | |||
2021 Cadillac CT5 Ranked #5 | 144.4 cu.ft. | 11.9 cu.ft. | 140.6 cu.ft. | - | |||
2021 Jaguar XF Ranked #6 | 116.9 cu.ft. | 10.5 cu.ft. | 116.9 cu.ft. | 73 ft. |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #2 | - | - | 3781 lbs. | |||
2021 Volvo S90 Ranked #1 | 1650 lbs. | 900 lbs. | 4389 lbs. | |||
2021 Jaguar XF Ranked #2 | - | 1390 lbs. | 3655 lbs. | |||
2021 Audi A6 Ranked #2 | - | 1102 lbs. | 4101 lbs. | |||
2021 Genesis G80 Ranked #2 | - | 1045 lbs. | 3957 lbs. | |||
2021 Audi A7 Ranked #2 | - | 1102 lbs. | 4332 lbs. |
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