Overview & Reviews

After a thorough midlife refresh last year, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is mostly unchanged for 2008. The only significant addition is a new AMG Sport Package available on the E350 and E550.

• Sleek and dignified design inside and out, pleasing blend of ride and handling, variety of powerful and fuel-efficient engines, sophisticated safety features, all-wheel drive available on both sedans and wagons.

• More expensive than competitors, antiquated and confusing control layout, electronically controlled brakes lack progressive feel.

User Reviews:

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  I Love It - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By uscplaya - December 10 - 7:53 am

  The minute the car was driven into my garage by the dealership I was blown away. Next to the 2008 black M6 and even the cl550, the E63 is absolutely beautiful. Interior styling beautiful, simple, functional and elegant. Idrive is outdated and difficult to figure out, especially when you have different models of BMW. I Love the analog clock next to the speedo, even more so than the faux television screen display on the cl. AMG rocks over the M, just listen to the exhaust.

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  Wow - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By MyE63 - November 23 - 2:10 am

  I am so happy with my E63. It has awesome power, yet its a comfortable ride for cruising. The car is versatile, and flexible. Ive owned 3 MBs now, and this car is by far the best Ive ever had. What a rock solid car.

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  Well Done - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Bob of Michigan - November 15 - 12:03 am

  Looking at Consumer Reports, I was very concerned with the reliabilty of purchasing a MB as 2004-2006 quality rating were dismal. However, my wife always wanted a Benz and glad we did! Car rides and drives like a dream. Best brakes and overall very solid. Its been 18 months with +20k miles without any incident other than having the oil changed.

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  New Owner - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By torontomichael - August 20 - 10:46 am

  Braking noise & quirks have been completely resolved from earlier E models. In fact,braking is excellent in terms of both "feel & response at any speed including into curves. Steering has now a really nice degree of response at both high/low speed. Fit & finish just beautiful. Although car not broken in yet, Im getting 10.8L/100km (about 27 mpg) highway without using cruise-control @ 120kph (75 mph). Extra power available through all speeds. Seat comfort very good. Paint & exterior fit integrity excellent. Quiet interior. Cargo area large & usable. Audio/phone/car computer controls on steering wheel easy to learn. Heat/cool systems accurate. 5 speed transmission nice. Road feel is there, but not harsh.

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  Wow. What a great Car - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By AZ owners - July 7 - 2:30 am

  We just bought our 08 E 350 and I must say that it is a great car. We looked at the Lexus GS, and BMW 5 series before making our decision. We did a 2 yr lease and when I looked at the Lexus the residual value was 51% and the E class had a 68% value. What a great deal. We love the car, it drives amazing and looks so sleek.

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  Rapid Depreciation - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By chip - May 6 - 1:50 pm

  Bought new E350 in may the car performs very well. Expect a rapid depreciation the first 6 months of about 40%. Purchased in May for $53,000, trade value in December was $29,000 with a peak of $30,000. Car is pristine. Tried to trade for an 09 could due to the depreciation.

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  The Car I Always Wanted - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By SLCFBP - January 30 - 10:36 am

  I bought my first MB, the 350 AWD, fully loaded, in Nov. 2007. I have now driven 6K and nothing about this car has disappointed. I have not had a single problem or needed to take it in other than for the 1K complimentary check. Everything works, everything fits. I for one find the oft critisized Command system just fine though the GPS in my part of world (Southwest) seems to lose mapping capability much more than my wifes GPS in her Highlander. The MB is a dream on the long stretches, has the best soundproofing & a perfect stereo to match of any car I have owned. I have truly found the car of my dreams - I may never change brands again.

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  Sleeper - you wont see another - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Chuck - December 8 - 2:53 am

  This is the ultimate hauler. I use it for my daily commuter car and weekend trips with family and dog. Why get an SUV when this does it all. Looked at the Porsche SUV - but it had less room and was not as fast. Handles fantastically, but no too jarring unless the handling set on hardest setting. The best part is I will probably never see another one going the other way on the road.

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  Bluetec is best Deisel ever - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By nwmind - October 10 - 6:26 pm

  Clean, strong and fast for a big car that gets 26MPG average and 35MPG on the highway. No odor or smoke ever, truly amazing. I have had it about a year now with no problems. I did upgrade to the 18" wheels for looks. The stock 16" ones were quiet and smoother ride.

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  Best Mercedes Ive ever owned. - 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
  By Ray in NH - August 22 - 3:56 pm

  I have owned one ML, two C-Class, four E-Class, two SL-Class,and two S- Class. This is the best all-round Mercedes I have owned. (The best best was the 1997 S-600). This car is faster than most sedans, and the engine is really really quiet. No one who drives with me knows it is a diesel. I tell them it is a diesel after I snap their head back while getting on the highway. Most people dont know that while driving in comfort mode, the car leaves a stopped position in second gear because of the high tourque level in this vehicle.