7.9
2024 Mercedes-Benz E 300 review
The sixth-generation E-Class has arrived in Australia with a single four-cylinder powertrain and display tech up the wazoo – is it any good?
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James Wong
Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs BMW M5 Comparison
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
BMW M5
2024 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class
vs
2024 BMW
M5
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the large category, between scores of 7.8 and 9.
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7.9
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Based on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class BASE MODEL
Based on the BMW M5
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
60L - 66L
132 to 475 km
68L
714 to 721 km
Warranty
5 year
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3 year - 5 year
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MSRP
$129,575 - $131,500
$260,900 - $274,900
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Distinct styling from C-Class, S-Class
- Solid spec inclusions, tech-luxe vibes
- Four-pot turbo punches above its weight
Misses
- Transmission is clunky at low speeds
- Expensive option packages
- Not as spacious in the rear as you'd think
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Much more than an M5 on steroids
- Astonishing linearity with all the major mechanicals
- Feels lightweight, even though it tips the scales at 1825kg
Misses
- Not the latest and greatest screen tech inside
- You'll need to ensure you can actually get yourself out of those front seats
- Australia only got 20 cars
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Bright Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
- Instrument Cluster Display - 12.3 Inch (+$1,685)
- Illuminated Door Sill Panels - Special (+$490)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$900)
- Power Door Closing (+$1,300)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1991 | 4395 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 4.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | BI TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 155kW - 190kW | 460kW - 467kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 5800 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 350Nm - 400Nm | 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 - 3200 | 1800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.8 | 10 | |
