New & Used 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class for Sale nearCarbondale, IL

Compare 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trims

The E-Class offers a blend of luxury and performance, with options ranging from budget-friendly to high-performance hybrids.

• Starting at $63,320
• Best MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 64 hwy
• Most Popular: E 350 4MATIC

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E 350 RWD — "Who It's For"

The E 350 RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury sedan without the added cost of AWD. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $63,320 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 529 listings
• View E 350 RWD listings

E 350 4MATIC — "Who It's For"

The E 350 4MATIC is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without stepping up to a higher price point. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $69,401 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 922 listings
• View E 350 4MATIC listings

E 450 4MATIC — "Who It's For"

The E 450 4MATIC is the pick for shoppers who want sporty performance and luxury features without going for the top-tier model.

• Avg. market price: $79,364 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 166 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View E 450 4MATIC listings

AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ — "Who It's For"

The AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ is the pick for shoppers who want a high-performance luxury sedan with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Avg. market price: $96,716 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 64 hwy
• Inventory: 99 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — E 350 4MATIC

With 922 active listings, the E 350 4MATIC is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse E 350 4MATIC listings

Best Budget Option — E 350 RWD

At $63,320 avg market price — below the lineup median of $74,382 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse E 350 RWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+

With an impressive MPG/MPGe of 52 city / 64 hwy, this hybrid offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup.

Browse AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class a good car?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class earns 7.33/10 from our experts. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Performance, Technology, and Safety.

It stands out for keeping the wagon body style alive while also offering a sedan, and it adds a standard biometric fingerprint scanner to authenticate saved driver profiles. That makes the lineup feel more personal and tech-forward, and it gives you a rare alternative if you want utility without defaulting to an SUV.

The trade-offs are real, though: the brakes can be squealing and grabby, the back seat is cramped, and advanced safety features are not standard. Even so, if you want a sophisticated wagon with strong performance and a distinctive presence, this is a compelling choice.

Good and great deals account for 35.1% of listings, so there’s some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class reliable?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is presented as a polished, well-engineered luxury car, with the expert notes emphasizing refined performance, strong technology, and a sophisticated driving experience. The plug-in hybrid setup is described as capable of electric-only driving for short trips and gasoline power for longer drives, which adds flexibility to daily use.

The performance notes also point to a powertrain that feels substantial and well integrated, with a turbocharged inline-six, electric motor, and battery working together smoothly. On the ownership side, the cost-effectiveness notes frame the AMG E 53 Hybrid as a strong value relative to its rivals, which can help offset some of the usual concerns around a high-end performance wagon.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that this is still a complex luxury performance vehicle, so you should expect maintenance and repair costs to matter more than they would on a simpler car.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 97% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re looking at a higher-spec wagon or an AMG model with more complex hardware. Focus on condition, option content, and how the car was used, since the most desirable examples may also be the most heavily equipped.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The E 450 All-Terrain is the less-expensive wagon, while the AMG E 53 Hybrid is the performance upgrade. The All-Terrain has a more rugged look and technology that can assist with light off-road travel, while the AMG model is tuned for rapid paved-road driving. Base equipment includes MB-Tex upholstery, natural grain wood trim, a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel, and a 14.4-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the test car’s option packages added features such as the Superscreen and Driver Assistance systems.
• Powertrain: The AMG E 53 Hybrid uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six paired with a 120-kilowatt electric motor and a 21.2-kilowatt-hour battery. Total output is 577 hp and 553 lb-ft, with 604 hp available with Race Start active. It can travel up to 41 miles on electric power and is rated at 22 mpg combined in hybrid mode.
• Safety package: Standard safety equipment includes high-beam assist, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, an exit warning system, a surround-view camera system, front and rear parking sensors, and a semi-autonomous self-parking system. The Driver Assistance Package adds adaptive cruise control, active blind-spot monitoring, active intersection assist, active emergency stop assist, active lane-change assist, active lane-keep assist, active steering assist, automatic lane change capability, evasive steering assist, congestion emergency braking, and Pre-Safe collision preparation for rear and side impacts.
• Infotainment: The standard setup includes a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a 14.4-inch infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with augmented reality navigation, music streaming, and a Burmester 4D surround-sound system with Dolby Atmos technology. The optional Superscreen package adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen for the front passenger and an interior selfie and video camera.
• Fuel efficiency: The AMG E 53 Hybrid is rated at 22 mpg combined in hybrid mode and offers 41 miles of electric range. In testing, it returned an indicated 44 miles of range and averaged 22.9 mpg when using gasoline only.

Which 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is offered in 4 trim levels: E 350 Sedan, E 450 Sedan, E 450 All-Terrain Wagon, AMG E 53 Hybrid Sedan.

Here's the short version:

• E 350 Sedan: This is the entry point if you want the E-Class experience in sedan form without moving up to the more expensive models. It gives you the core luxury and tech foundation, but the available content makes clear that the wagon and AMG variants bring the more distinctive character.
• E 450 Sedan: This is the stronger mainstream sedan choice if you want more performance and a richer overall feel than the E 350. It sits above the entry model and should be the better fit if you want a more upscale balance without going all the way to AMG pricing.
• E 450 All-Terrain Wagon: This is the best-value wagon if you want the rare body style and a more rugged look without paying AMG money. It’s the one to consider if you want utility, a higher-riding setup, and light off-road assistance.
• AMG E 53 Hybrid Sedan: This is the enthusiast pick if you want the quickest, most performance-focused E-Class experience. It adds the AMG hybrid powertrain and the most dramatic character, but it’s the one to buy only if you care more about speed and tech than value.

The safety content notes that advanced safety features are not standard, so you should pay close attention to whether a given car has the Driver Assistance Package.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

This is a moderate, selective-buyer market, so you can shop carefully without expecting a flood of bargain-basement examples.

• Deal availability: 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 638 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 97.0% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class safe?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class does not have published crash-test ratings from NHTSA or IIHS at the time of writing.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The standard safety equipment includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, an exit warning system, a surround-view camera system, front and rear parking sensors, high-beam assist, and a semi-autonomous self-parking system. It also comes with Pre-Safe forward-collision preparation and Pre-Safe Sound, plus SOS emergency call service.

If you want the most comprehensive driver-assistance setup, the optional Driver Assistance Package adds adaptive cruise control, active lane-keep assist, active steering assist, active blind-spot monitoring, active intersection assist, active emergency stop assist, active lane-change assist, automatic lane change capability, evasive steering assist, congestion emergency braking, and rear- and side-impact Pre-Safe preparation. The main caveat is that advanced safety features are not standard, so you’ll want to verify package content on any used example.

Should I buy a 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 97% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• The 2026 lineup adds a standard biometric fingerprint scanner and debuts the AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon, giving you a rare mix of utility, tech, and performance.

The bottom line: If you want the newest E-Class with the wagon body style, the 2026 is the one to target, especially if you value the AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon’s blend of efficiency and performance. If you’re more price-sensitive, a nearby model year may be worth considering, but the 2026 stands out for buyers who want the latest equipment and the most distinctive body-style choices.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.