2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications Overview
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is certified across 14 configurations with 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine, 3L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 4.7L 8-Cylinder Engine, 3.5L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 9-spd or Automatic 7-spd. EPA classified under the Midsize Cars / Subcompact Cars / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Midsize Station Wagons / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 5th Generation (W213) vehicle family.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (14)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E300 Midsize Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| E300 4matic Midsize Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| AMG E43 4matic Midsize Cars | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| E400 4matic (station wagon) Midsize Station Wagons | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-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 |
| GLE400 4matic Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 3L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 9-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 |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Midsize Cars
- Subcompact Cars
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Midsize Station Wagons
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class C 4WD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW 4WD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR 4WD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2 DR 4WD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class C RWD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW RWD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2 DR RWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
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.