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Used 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is one of the most multifaceted vehicles on the market. You can get the E-Class as a sedan, wagon, coupe or convertible, each available in multiple trims: E 350 (sedan only), E 450 (sedan, wagon, coupe, convertible), AMG E 53 (sedan, coupe, convertible) and AMG E 63 S (sedan and wagon) — each corresponding to a different powertrain.

E 350
The sedan-only E 350 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (255 horsepower, 273 lb-ft of torque) paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive (4Matic) is available. Standard feature highlights include:

  • LED headlights
  • Simulated leather upholstery (MB-Tex)
  • Power-adjustable and heated front seats
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Sunroof
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display
  • MBUX infotainment interface
  • Digital instrument cluster
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
  • Keyless entry with push-button start
  • Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
  • Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)

Noteworthy options on the E-Class sedan include:

  • Larger wheels
  • Air suspension (can raise or lower the ride height of the vehicle)
  • Augmented video for easier navigation prompts
  • MBUX Interior Assistant (can operate controls with hand gestures)
  • Head-up display
  • Surround-view camera (gives you a top-down view of the E-Class and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
  • Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
  • Premium Burmester audio system
  • Leather and premium leather upholsteries
  • Wireless charging pad 
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Massaging front seats
  • Driver Assistance package
    • Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
    • Active steering assist (works with adaptive cruise control to keep the car centered in the lane, even around gentle curves)
    • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
    • Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)

E 450
The E 450 is available as a sedan, coupe, convertible and the All-Terrain wagon. The coupe and convertible come standard with rear-wheel drive; all-wheel drive (4Matic) is optional on those and standard on the sedan and wagon. Mercedes is calling the 2021 E 450 wagon the All-Terrain. It's the same general design as in prior years but now has plastic fender body cladding and a slightly higher ride height.

All E 450s are powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine paired to a mild hybrid system (362 hp, 369 lb-ft) mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Standard and optional features of the E 450 are similar to those of the E 350.

AMG E 53
Mercedes offers two performance variants of the E-Class. The AMG E 53 is available as a sedan, coupe or convertible. They have the turbocharged six-cylinder engine but here it makes 429 hp and 384 lb-ft. All E 53 models come with a sport-tuned all-wheel-drive system. Standard features mirror those on the E 450 models but add a few AMG-specific touches such as a sport-tuned air suspension and special wheels and exterior styling.

AMG E 63
The range-topping AMG E 63 is a brute, powered by a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 (603 hp, 627 lb-ft) that sends power to all four wheels through a specially designed nine-speed automatic transmission. The AMG E 63 is only available as a sedan or wagon. Features build on the AMG E 53, adding even more performance-tuned goodies such as:

  • 20-inch wheels
  • Upgraded suspension tuning
  • AMG exhaust
  • AMG-specific MBUX functions
  • Standard AMG Track Pace app

Options on the E 63 include options available on the E 53 plus:

  • Carbon-fiber trim package
  • Carbon-ceramic brakes for improved braking performance

Which E-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?

We suggest going with the midlevel E 450 4Matic. It comes with standard all-wheel drive and Mercedes' new six-cylinder engine with a mild hybrid system for smooth power and improved fuel economy. It's also not priced much higher than the E 350 4Matic. We suggest springing for the optional air suspension and Burmester audio system since they really help nail the luxury car feel.

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E-Class E 350
E-Class E 350 4MATIC
E-Class E 450 4MATIC
E-Class AMG E 53
E-Class AMG E 63 S
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E 350
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A
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E 350 4MATIC
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A
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E 450 4MATIC
3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A
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AMG E 53
3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A
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AMG E 63 S
4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
optional
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette/suede
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
optional
optional
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
362 hp @ 5,500 rpm
429 hp @ 6,100 rpm
603 hp @ 5,750 rpm
Engine torque
273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
369 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm
384 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
627 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
3.0 l
3.0 l
4.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 6
inline 6
v8
Transmission
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
245/45R18
245/45R18
245/45R18
245/40R19 (FRONT) 275/35R19 (REAR)
265/35R20 (FRONT) 295/30R20 (REAR)
Wheel size
18 X 8.0-in
18 X 8.0-in
18 X 8.0-in
19 X 8.0-in (Front) 19 X 9.0-in (Rear)
20 X 9.5-in (Front) 20 X 10.0-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
standard
standard
Not Available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
22 / 31 / 25 MPG
22 / 30 / 25 MPG
23 / 30 / 26 MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
16 / 23 / 18 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
21.1 gal.
21.1 gal.
21.1 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
383 / 539 miles
383 / 522 miles
485 / 633 miles
464 / 612 miles
338 / 485 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
38.1 ft.
38.1 ft.
39.0 ft.
41.0 ft.
41.0 ft.
Curb weight
3,781 lb.
3,924 lb.
4,222 lb.
4,497 lb.
Ground Clearance
3.8 in.
4.2 in.
3.8 in.
4.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
81.3 in.
81.3 in.
81.3 in.
81.3 in.
81.3 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
73.7 in.
73.7 in.
73.7 in.
72.9 in.
75.1 in.
Height
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
57.0 in.
57.4 in.
Length
194.3 in.
194.3 in.
194.3 in.
195.2 in.
196.2 in.
Wheelbase
115.7 in.
115.7 in.
115.7 in.
115.7 in.
115.7 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
13.1 cu. ft.
13.1 cu. ft.
13.1 cu. ft.
13.1 cu. ft.
13.1 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
37.3 in.
37.3 in.
37.3 in.
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
Rear Head Room
37.6 in.
37.6 in.
37.6 in.
37.6 in.
37.6 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.2 in.
36.2 in.
36.2 in.
36.2 in.
36.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$68,306
$69,979
$72,200
$80,284
$108,871
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.91
$0.93
$0.96
$1.07
$1.45
Depreciation
$16,947
$17,900
$20,053
$22,412
$38,203
Financing
$5,757
$5,848
$6,747
$8,291
$12,627
Taxes & Fees
$2,338
$2,376
$2,740
$3,364
$5,117
Fuel
$13,921
$13,921
$13,386
$13,921
$19,326
Insurance
$8,717
$8,813
$9,037
$10,799
$10,799
Maintenance
$12,128
$12,128
$11,244
$12,504
$13,806
Repairs
$8,498
$8,993
$8,993
$8,993
$8,993
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Nut Brown/Black, leatherette
Macchiato Beige/Black, leatherette
Black Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black Nappa, premium leather
Neva Grey/Magma Grey, leather
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leatherette
Neva Grey/Magma Grey, leatherette
Macchiato Beige/Black, leather
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather
designo Macchiato Beige/Saddle Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black, leather
Black, leather
Black, leatherette
Nut Brown/Black, leatherette
Macchiato Beige/Black, leatherette
Black Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black Nappa, premium leather
Neva Grey/Magma Grey, leather
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leatherette
Neva Grey/Magma Grey, leatherette
Macchiato Beige/Black, leather
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather
designo Macchiato Beige/Saddle Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black, leather
Black, leather
Black, leatherette
Nut Brown/Black, leatherette
Macchiato Beige/Black, leatherette
Black Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black Nappa, premium leather
Neva Grey/Magma Grey, leather
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leatherette
Neva Grey/Magma Grey, leatherette
Macchiato Beige/Black, leather
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather
designo Macchiato Beige/Saddle Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black, leather
Black, leather
Black, leatherette
Titanium Grey/Black Nappa, premium leather
Black Nappa, premium leather
Black DINAMICA w/Red Stitching, leatherette/suede
Nut Brown/Black Nappa, premium leather
Macchiato Beige/Black Nappa, premium leather
Titanium Grey/Black Exclusive Nappa w/Yellow Stitching, premium leather
Nut Brown/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Black Exclusive Nappa w/Silver Stitching, premium leather
Macchiato Beige/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
Exterior
Black
Selenite Grey Metallic
Polar White
designo Selenite Grey Magno
designo Diamond White Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
Graphite Grey Metallic
Black
Selenite Grey Metallic
Polar White
designo Selenite Grey Magno
designo Diamond White Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
Graphite Grey Metallic
Black
Selenite Grey Metallic
Polar White
designo Selenite Grey Magno
designo Diamond White Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
Graphite Grey Metallic
Black
Selenite Grey Metallic
Polar White
designo Selenite Grey Magno
designo Diamond White Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
Graphite Grey Metallic
Black
Selenite Grey Metallic
Polar White
designo Selenite Grey Magno
designo Diamond White Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Brilliant Blue Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
Graphite Grey Metallic