New & Used 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class for Sale nearRome, GA

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The E-Class offers a blend of luxury and performance, with options ranging from the budget-friendly E 350 RWD to the powerful AMG E 53 Hybrid.

• Starting at $63,505
• 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 luxury features without the AWD price premium. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $63,505 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 548 listings
• View E 350 RWD listings

E 350 4MATIC — "Who It's For"

The E 350 4MATIC is the choice for those seeking all-wheel drive without a significant price jump. It offers the widest selection in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $66,318 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,045 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View E 350 4MATIC listings

E 450 4MATIC — "Who It's For"

The E 450 4MATIC is ideal for buyers wanting a sportier drive with AWD capabilities. It balances performance and luxury well.

• Avg. market price: $71,202 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 211 listings
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AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ — "Who It's For"

The AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ is for those who want top-tier performance and efficiency in a luxury sedan. It's the most powerful option available.

• Avg. market price: $94,252 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 64 hwy
• Inventory: 111 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — E 350 4MATIC

With 1,045 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 $63,505 avg market price — below the lineup median of $68,760 — 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 excels in efficiency.

Browse AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

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

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class earns 7.3/10 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, so you get a traditional luxury-car format with a more uncommon, practical option. The lineup also adds a standard biometric fingerprint scanner to authenticate saved driver profiles, which reinforces the car’s modern-tech appeal.

The trade-offs are real: the brakes can be squealing and grabby, the back seat is cramped, and advanced safety features are not standard. Even so, the E-Class remains appealing if you want a luxury car that blends style, technology, and versatility in a way that feels different from the usual SUV.

Good and great deals account for 30.7% of listings, which gives you a moderate amount of market flexibility.

Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class reliable?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is presented as a modern, well-equipped luxury car with a strong emphasis on technology and performance. Its plug-in hybrid setup is described as efficient, and the car’s powertrain is framed as capable of electric-only driving for short trips and gasoline-powered travel for longer ones.

The performance coverage also points to a sophisticated setup with a turbocharged inline-six, an electric motor, and a large battery, plus fast charging capability and strong real-world efficiency when you keep the battery topped up. The cost-effectiveness notes add that the wagon offers more electric range than the BMW’s plug-in hybrid powertrain and more cargo space than both competitor performance wagons.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that this is a complex, high-end vehicle with advanced hardware, so upkeep and repair exposure can be higher than on a simpler mainstream car.

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

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 96% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on a car with advanced tech, a plug-in hybrid powertrain, and available performance hardware. Focus on how the brakes feel in normal driving, whether the cabin electronics work cleanly, and whether the car’s condition matches its equipment level and mileage.

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 with a more road-focused character. The base setup includes MB-Tex artificial leather, natural grain wood trim, a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel, and a 14.4-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the test vehicle’s Pinnacle trim and option packages added features such as premium leather, 21-inch forged alloy wheels, and the Superscreen setup.
• Powertrain: The AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six paired with a 120-kilowatt electric motor and a 21.2-kilowatt-hour battery. It delivers 577 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, with 604 hp available with Race Start active, plus an EPA-rated 41 miles of electric range and 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, a semi-autonomous self-parking system, Pre-Safe forward-collision preparation, Pre-Safe Sound, and SOS emergency call service. 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 available Superscreen package adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen for the front passenger and an interior selfie and video camera.
• Fuel efficiency: The plug-in hybrid wagon is rated at 22 mpg combined in hybrid mode and 41 miles of electric range. In testing, it averaged 47.4 mpg over the first 250 miles when regularly recharged, with 52% of miles traveled on electricity.

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 with the least complexity and the most straightforward luxury-car setup. It makes sense if you care more about the badge, comfort, and tech than about the AMG wagon’s performance focus.
• E 450 Sedan: This is the better choice if you want more power and a more upscale feel without jumping all the way to the AMG model. It should suit you if you want a balanced luxury sedan with stronger performance than the base trim.
• E 450 All-Terrain Wagon: This is the wagon for buyers who want the more rugged look and light off-road capability mentioned in the review. It’s the practical pick if you want wagon utility and a less expensive path into the E-Class wagon lineup.
• AMG E 53 Hybrid Sedan: This is the performance-oriented choice if you want the strongest blend of speed, technology, and efficiency in the lineup. It’s the best-value trim if your priority is the most advanced and exciting E-Class experience, though the review notes that advanced safety features are not standard.

The safety-package note to keep in mind is that advanced safety features are not standard, so you should pay close attention to whether a used example has the Driver Assistance Package.

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

This looks like a moderate, selective-buyer market, so you have some room to shop carefully without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 678 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 96.0% 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 in the material provided.

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

The E-Class comes standard with 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, a semi-autonomous self-parking system, Pre-Safe forward-collision preparation, Pre-Safe Sound, and SOS emergency call service. The optional 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.

A key caveat is that advanced safety features are not standard, so you’ll want to verify package content carefully 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:

• 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 96% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• The 2026 adds a standard biometric fingerprint scanner and brings the AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon into the lineup.

The bottom line: If you want the newest E-Class with the wagon body style, the fingerprint scanner, and the AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon, the 2026 is the one to target. If you’re more price-sensitive, a nearby model year may be worth considering, especially if you can find a cleaner example with the equipment you want at a lower asking price.

How does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class compare to the 2026 BMW 5 Series?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class:

• Pros: Plug-in hybrid’s impressive electric range, Fun to drive, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Squealing, grabby brakes, Cramped back seat, Advanced safety features are not standard.

2026 BMW 5 Series:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Comfortable, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Potentially polarizing design, Occasional digital voice assistant quirks, Not much cargo space.

Our experts score the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 7.3/10 and the 2026 BMW 5 Series 8/10. The Mercedes stands out if you want the plug-in hybrid’s electric range and a wagon option with strong utility. The BMW has the higher expert score and brings a comfort advantage, while the Mercedes counters with more distinctive body styles and a more unusual luxury-car personality.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.