2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications Overview

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is certified across 24 configurations with 3L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 2.1L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine, 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine, 3L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 4.7L 8-Cylinder Engine, 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 9-spd or Automatic 7-spd. EPA classified under the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Subcompact Cars / Midsize Cars / Midsize Station Wagons / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 4th Generation (W212) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
7 Options
3L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 2.1L Turbo-Diesel Engine...
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
2 Options
Automatic 9-spd, Automatic 7-spd
Vehicle Classification
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (24)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
GLE350 d 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3L Turbo-Diesel Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd 4-Wheel Drive Diesel
GLE300 d 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.1L Turbo-Diesel Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Diesel
E400 Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
E400 4matic Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
E400 Convertible Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
E400 Midsize Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
E350 Midsize Cars 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium or E85
E350 4matic Midsize Cars 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium or E85
E350 Midsize Cars 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
E350 4matic Midsize Cars 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
E400 4matic Midsize Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
E350 4matic (wagon) Midsize Station Wagons 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE550e 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain 6 Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium and Electricity
E550 Coupe Subcompact Cars 4.7L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
E550 4matic Midsize Cars 4.7L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
E550 Convertible Subcompact Cars 4.7L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE350 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE450 AMG Coupe Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE400 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
AMG E63 4matic Midsize Cars 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE350 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
GLE350 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium or E85
AMG E63 S 4matic Midsize Cars 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
AMG E63 S 4matic (wagon) Midsize Station Wagons 5.5L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 7-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
  • Subcompact Cars
  • Midsize Cars
  • Midsize Station Wagons
  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2 DR 4WD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW 4WD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR 4WD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabrio 2 DR 4WD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2 DR RWD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW RWD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabrio 2 DR RWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Related Official Reports for 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.