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Thanks: 3D Rental Car 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Starting at $ Highs: Sweetly smooth ride, richly refined inline-six, a cocoon of luxury. Lows: Has gained 170 pounds, AI-infused tech is watching you. Verdict: The new E-class blurs the line between mid-size and S-class size, and carries into this new generation with grace and abundant luxury. Overview The E-class sedan is executive transport with a distinctly Mercedes-Benz attitude, offering nearly as much class and substance as the S-class flagship with a slightly less imposing profile. Entry-level E350 models are powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain with 255 horsepower while E450s turn up the heat to 375 horsepower courtesy of a turbocharged inline-six. All-wheel drive is standard, and all models come luxuriously equipped and include a generous list of driver-assistance and infotainment features. Other European rivals like the Audi A6 and the BMW 5-series offer similar space and equipment but neither brand has quite the prestige that comes with a Mercedes-Benz badge. What's New for 2024? This year marks the start of an all-new generation of the E-class sedan, which has been redesigned from the ground up with more technology and luxury than the outgoing model. The four- and six-cylinder powertrains have received hybrid assistance this year resulting in power boosts, and the exterior styling wears a handsome new look. Inside, a host of new technology features pepper the cabin. We expect to see the 2024 E-class in dealer showrooms by the end of 2023. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-class starts at $ and goes up to $ depending on the trim and options. E350 Premium: $63,350 E350 Pinnacle: $67,740 E450 Premium: $69,150 E450 Pinnacle: $73,540 Engine, Transmission, and Performance Under the E350's scalloped hood is a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that pairs with a 23-hp electric motor for a combined 255 horsepower. The E450 model gets a similar hybrid setup for its turbocharged inline-six, which brings the total to 375 horsepower. The hybrid systems are said to reduce turbo lag and smooth the operation of the auto start/stop system. We haven't driven the E350 yet, but the E450's inline-six deploys its power like a cream and does so quietly. When we get a chance, we'll take the E350 and E450 to our test track and update this story with acceleration numbers. An adjustable air suspension is optional and replaces the steel-spring arrangement that comes standard; a rear-wheel steering system is also available and is said to improve maneuverability in tight spaces. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG The EPA estimates that the E350 4Matic will deliver 24 mpg city and 33 mpg highway; the six-cylinder E450 4Matic earned ratings of 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. When we get a chance, we'll take the E-class on our 75-mph highway fuel economy route and update this story with test results. For more information about the E-class's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo Unsurprisingly, the E-class's cabin is focused on comfort and quality. Passenger space appears generous in photos and the interior is lined with rich-looking materials such as leather upholstery and metal trim. Overall, the design is high-end and nicely complements the car's handsome exterior styling. Although the E-class has been offered as a coupe and a convertible in the past, we're expecting this generation to stick strictly to a four-door layout. Read More 📌 Instagram ▶ 📌 Tiktok ▶ @cartvpress
