| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| E300 | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $3,050 / yr |
| E300 4matic | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 29 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Hybrid | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| E450 Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| E450 Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| E450 4matic | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe Hybrid | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible Hybrid | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 20 MPG | 26 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| E450 4matic Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| E450 4matic Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| E450 4matic (station wagon) | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| GLE400 4matic | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| AMG E63 S 4matic (wagon) | 4L 8-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 16 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| AMG E63 S 4matic | 4L 8-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 15 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| SW 4WD | | | | | 9.700000000000001% |
| 4 DR 4WD | | | | | 9.700000000000001% |
| 2 DR 4WD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| Cabriolet C 4WD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| SW RWD | | | | | 9.700000000000001% |
| 4 DR RWD | | | | | 9.700000000000001% |
| 2 DR RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| Cabriolet C RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class models.
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Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: TIRES
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 Cabriolet, E 400 Coupe, 2019 E 450 Cabriolet, and E 450 Coupe vehicles. The tires were incorrectly marked with the wrong maximum inflation pressure and may not meet the strength requirements for the stated pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 139, "New Pneumatic Radial Tires for Light Vehicles."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025010008.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLS 53 4MATIC, 2019-2023 E 53 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 53 4MATIC Coupe, E 53 4MATIC Sedan, 2021-2024 GT 43 4MATIC, and 2019-2025 GT 53 4MATIC vehicles. The transmission wiring harness connection might not have been correctly wired during a prior recall repair, and during production. which can expose the electrical connector to corrosion, and result in an electrical short-circuit.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the two-part wiring harness and connector, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 9, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100002/3. This recall supersedes recall 22V-533. Vehicles repaired under the prior recall will still need to have the new remedy performed.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 CLS450 Coupe and AMG E53, 2019-2021 AMG CLS53 Coupe, and 2021-2022 E450 vehicles. The 12-Volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured, which, in the event of a crash, can cause electrical connection failure, disabling various safety features including, emergency call (eCall) system, electric seat adjustment, hazard warning lights, and automatic door locks.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will secure the 12V battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022100009.
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