Overview & Reviews

A favorite in the midsize luxury car class, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has provided an appealing mix of comfort, performance and safety for decades. The trademark qualities of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, such as vaultlike solidity and cutting-edge technology, have also contributed to the E-Class' great popularity among luxury buyers.

Over the years, the E-Class has been offered as a sedan, wagon, coupe and convertible. Contemporary E-Class models come loaded with luxury features and offer stunning acceleration in higher trim levels, with diesel power available if you want to maximize your fuel economy. The E-Class has never been the sportiest car in its segment, but its handling has improved significantly in recent years. Rivals are better in certain respects, but if you're looking for the complete package in a medium-size luxury car, an E-Class will be hard to beat.

User Reviews:

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  not reliable - 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By asad shamim - August 10 - 6:00 am

  Since purchasing my E350 in June 2009, the engine has failed twice. The interior rattles causing annoyance. The car has been back into the garage for noises coming from rear and still has not been resolved by the garage. To be honest with you I am totally fed up with this car as it has caused me so much inconvenience in time and money. Furthermore this car is totally useless in snow conditions because it is rear wheel drive. I strongly recommend consumers not to buy this model. If the garage i bought this vehicle from does not do anything soon then i will be taking further action against mercedes. They certainly do not live up to their name.

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  This has been a great car - 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Gary - August 9 - 4:20 pm

  This has been a great car. Bought it new, and have driven it hard for ten years. Its coming up on 150,000 miles and I will probably sell it to a friend soon, but it has been reliable, solid, fun to drive, and comfortable.

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  Great car - 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Happy Owner - August 9 - 7:43 am

  I bought this car brand new, and been driving it since 1999. I am happy with every aspect of this wonderful car. Keep in mind, owning MB is not cheap, maintenance is on expensive side, but the pleasure of owning and driving this wonderful car is all worth it. I wish the new body style was as elegant as this one.

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  Used 07 E350 Sport - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By storageman - August 6 - 12:06 am

  I am a former auto dealer and have owned many vehicles. Shortly after buying this used E350 in Dec 08 - replaced Contis with Michelin Pilot Sports - huge improvement - but dont buy them at the dealership unless money is no object. The E350 Sport handles and performs very well, IMO, for a full-sized sedan. Gas mileage is consistently mid 20s in combined driving.

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  Mercedes E 500 - 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By mquast - August 5 - 10:00 am

  Awesome vehicle! Mercedes definitely hit this one on the nose. Having a sedan with this much performance makes me question why I keep a Corvette in the garage.

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  Still Improving - 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By J Moran - August 2 - 10:00 am

  With less than 3000 miles the AC went out . This should not Happen, but it has with outher models. Quality Control seems to be slipping.

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  Pushing your luck - 2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By TrueReviews - August 2 - 1:40 am

  Only the Merc themselves and people who drive their cars know how terrible their cars are. Engineering; dependability; luxury; performance are at its worst compared to Lexus or BMW. Spending a fortune on a car like this is totally not worth it.

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  Have to get rid of this one. - 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By paul - August 1 - 3:20 am

  Wonderful to drive. Fabulous mileage. Have driven MB since 1982. This is my last one. Has left me on the side of the road three times away from my home state in only 21000 miles. Fuel lift pump and fuel gauge sender unit is weak. It must be the same as from the gas engined car. Unit has been replaced twice. Air conditioner freezes up after driving two or three hours and has to be turned off to thaw, but refreezes every thirty minutes or so. Dealership seems unable to fix it. Mysterious electronic bugs in display that come and go. Preheat indicator sometimes comes on and stays on for three or four minutes. This car is not reliable enough to drive long distances!

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  Best Car Ive ever owned - 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Runningman - July 29 - 8:46 pm

  This car is a pleasure to drive. Plenty of power and the the seven speed is really smooth. My wife and I fight over this car. Just pure driving enjoyment.

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  Update On My January Review - 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Michael - July 29 - 7:36 pm

  After driving my new E350 Sport Sedan for 5 months, I still aver that this is the best E Class Mercedes Benz they have ever manufactured. The voice activation system is truly remarkable. You must take the time to read through the owners manual to really appreciate how many functions are controllable through the voice mode. Navigation system is phenomenal - enhance traffic info from Sirius Radio is right on the money. Ride and handling superior to any previous E class model. The vehicle seems to ride more "heavily" even though the weight is about the same as the 2009. I have not had the car back to the dealer for "anything". No needed adjustments or fixes. GREAT VEHICLE!