How much does the Mercedes-Benz E-Class cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class's current nationwide average price is $27,564, and its year-round low is $25,344.55. That puts the model in a broad pricing band that stretches from older, more attainable examples to much newer, higher-priced versions. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

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

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a strong all-generations owner rating and a long-running reputation for luxury, comfort, and impressive performance. The all-generations owner rating is 4.61/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the E-Class for its smooth ride, elegant interiors, and strong performance, and they also value the advanced technology that shows up throughout the lineup. Across the years, the cabin quality and refined driving experience come through as recurring strengths.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on high ownership costs, with some years also bringing brake, infotainment, or safety-equipment frustrations. For used shoppers, that means the E-Class can be a very appealing luxury buy if you prioritize comfort and sophistication and are prepared for premium-brand upkeep.

27.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz E-Class models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the E-Class as a comfortable, refined luxury car with strong performance and a premium feel. Expert commentary across the years also reinforces its reputation for a smooth ride, upscale cabin, and broad appeal.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz E-Class between 4.64 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied more to maintenance costs and year-specific issues than to the model’s overall appeal, so a careful pre-purchase inspection and service-history review are smart moves.

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

Across all model years, at 69.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Assistance Package
• Infotainment: MBUX infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 41 miles of electric range, 22 mpg combined in hybrid mode, and 47.4 mpg with 52% of all miles traveled on electricity

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

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers these trims:

• E 450 All-Terrain: The less-expensive wagon starts at $79,650 and adds a more rugged look plus technology that can assist with light off-road travel.
• AMG E 53 Hybrid: This is the performance upgrade, with a base price of $94,700, a height-adjustable Airmatic air suspension, and a focus on rapid paved-road driving. The best-value trim is the E 450 All-Terrain if you want the lower starting price and versatile wagon character.

What Mercedes-Benz E-Class do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2019.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a broad mix of price, equipment, and availability. When more listings are on the market, you usually get more chances to compare condition, mileage, and features before you buy.

What is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room for value. The steepest drops are concentrated among several newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples have declined more slowly. Overall, the pattern points to a market where buyers can find meaningful savings across much of the lineup.

The 2016, 2025, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2022: 10/10
• 2021: 10/10
• 2020: 10/10
• 2018: 10/10
• 2014: 6/10

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class adds the Driver Assistance Package, which brings adaptive cruise control, active blind-spot monitoring, active lane-keep assist, active steering assist, and other advanced systems.

For the safest used buy, the 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022 models all post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz E-Class now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −3.21% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −5.81%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,636. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers a smooth ride, a luxurious cabin, and a polished overall character that make it especially appealing as a used luxury buy.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine is paired with a 120-kilowatt electric motor and 21.2-kilowatt-hour battery, and the wagon returns an EPA-rated 41 miles of electric range and 22 mpg combined in hybrid mode.
• Tech: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with an augmented reality navigation system and a Burmester 4D surround-sound system with Dolby Atmos technology.
• Safety: The latest model adds the Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, active blind-spot monitoring, active lane-change assist, active lane-keep assist, active steering assist, and more.
• Starting price: The E 450 All-Terrain starts at $79,650.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.