Audi A8 vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Overview | |
Years produced1997-Present | Years produced1994-Present |
MSRP$95,100 | MSRP$63,900 |
Listings145 | Listings945 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryAvailable as a sedan or as a wagon, the 2026 E-Class lineup adds a new bit of kit in the form of a standard biometric fingerprint scanner to authenticate saved driver profiles. The bigger news is the debut of the AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon variant, which offers plug-in hybrid efficiency combined with AMG-engineered performance. It joins an E-Class family that also includes the E 350 Sedan, the E 450 Sedan, the E 450 All-Terrain Wagon, and the AMG E 53 Hybrid Sedan. Verdict: Anyone suffering from SUV fatigue will find a lot to like about the 2026 Mercedes E-Class wagon, especially the AMG-tuned model. It offers electric-only propulsion for short trips, a gasoline engine for long-distance drives, impressive performance, and plenty of utility. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque369 lb-ft @ 1370 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsOptional | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.5 cu ft | Cargo Space12.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight4773 lbs | Curb Weight4134 lbs |
Height58.3 in | Height57.9 in |
Length209.5 in | Length194.9 in |
Width83.8 in | Width81.3 in |
Wheelbase123.1 in | Wheelbase116.6 in |
Maximum Payload1113 lbs | Maximum Payload1267 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1997-Present | 1994-Present |
MSRP | $95,100 | $63,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Available as a sedan or as a wagon, the 2026 E-Class lineup adds a new bit of kit in the form of a standard biometric fingerprint scanner to authenticate saved driver profiles. The bigger news is the debut of the AMG E 53 Hybrid wagon variant, which offers plug-in hybrid efficiency combined with AMG-engineered performance. It joins an E-Class family that also includes the E 350 Sedan, the E 450 Sedan, the E 450 All-Terrain Wagon, and the AMG E 53 Hybrid Sedan. Verdict: Anyone suffering from SUV fatigue will find a lot to like about the 2026 Mercedes E-Class wagon, especially the AMG-tuned model. It offers electric-only propulsion for short trips, a gasoline engine for long-distance drives, impressive performance, and plenty of utility. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp V6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp V6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1370 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.5 cu ft | 12.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4773 lbs | 4134 lbs |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 209.5 in | 194.9 in |
Width | 83.8 in | 81.3 in |
Wheelbase | 123.1 in | 116.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1113 lbs | 1267 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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