DecodedCars2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- E 250 Bluetec 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD, E 300/400 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD, E 400 4matic 2dr Coupe AWD, E 400 4matic Wagon AWD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl turbo, 5.5L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 185–192.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3,955–4,266 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a subcompact car offered with 4 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl turbo and 5.5L 8-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 192 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,068 lb (E 250 Bluetec 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway), 3% worse than the 2016 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2016
- No hybrid version any more
- Best combined MPG down from 25 to 23
- Lightest version 240 lb heavier
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 E-Class →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E 250 Bluetec 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD | 191.7 in | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 113 in | 62.2 / 62.6 in | 4,068 lb | 52/48 |
| E 300/400 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD | 191.7 in | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 113 in | 62.2 / 62.6 in | 4,023 lb | 52/48 |
| E 400 4matic 2dr Coupe AWD | 185 in | 70.5 in | 54.7 in | 108.7 in | 60.6 / 61 in | 3,955 lb | 52/48 |
| E 400 4matic Wagon AWD | 192.9 in | 72.8 in | 59.4 in | 113 in | 62.2 / 63 in | 4,266 lb | 52/48 |
| E 400 Cabriolet 2dr Conv | 185.4 in | 70.5 in | 55.1 in | 108.7 in | 60.2 / 59.8 in | 4,043 lb | 52/48 |
| E 550 2dr Coupe | 185 in | 70.5 in | 54.7 in | 108.7 in | 60.6 / 61 in | 4,032 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E400 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -3% | $3,550 | 377 |
| E400 4matic Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | -3% | $3,550 | 386 |
| E400 Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -3% | $3,550 | 377 |
| E400 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -12% | $3,550 | 378 |
| E350 FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -12% | $3,550 | 377 |
| E350 4matic FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | -12% | $3,550 | 384 |
| E350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | -12% | $3,550 | 379 |
| E350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | -12% | $3,550 | 384 |
| E400 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | -16% | $3,750 | 395 |
| E350 4matic (wagon) | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | -16% | $3,750 | 396 |
| E550 Coupe | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -11% | $3,900 | 430 |
| E550 4matic | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | -20% | $3,900 | 435 |
| E550 Convertible | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | -16% | $4,100 | 443 |
| AMG E63 4matic | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -27% | $4,350 | 475 |
| AMG E63 S 4matic | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | -31% | $4,550 | 498 |
| AMG E63 S 4matic (wagon) | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -32% | $4,550 | 497 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.9% |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.9% |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.9% |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.9% |
Similar 2016 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 3 Series | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Lexus IS | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 7 Series | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Audi A6 | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other E-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 E-Class | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 E-Class | 28 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 E-Class | 28 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 E-Class | 27 | 190.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 E-Class | 26 | 190.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 E-Class | 26 | 190.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 E-Class | 26 | 190.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 E-Class | 26 | 190.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 E-Class | 25 | 190.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 E-Class | 25 | 193.7 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 E-Class | 25 | 193.7 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 E-Class | 25 | 191.7 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →