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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 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class
vs
2025 Mazda
MX-5
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Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
50L - 66L
85 to 620 km
45L
306 to 324 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$117,900 - $199,900
$41,210 - $57,220
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace 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
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1991 - 2999 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 2.0L | 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 6, 4 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 150kW - 450kW | 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 5800 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 750Nm | 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 - 3000 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 92 - 92.4 | 91.2 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
