DecodedCars2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- Amg E 53 4matic Cabriolet, Amg E 53 4matic Coupe, Amg E53 4 Matic 4dr Wagon, Amg E53 4matic 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 190.2–196.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,341–4,566 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- 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 31 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a midsize car offered with 4 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.0L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 190 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,566 lb (Amg E 53 4matic Cabriolet).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway), 6% worse than the 2020 midsize car average of 27.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2020
- Lightest version 450 lb heavier
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 E-Class →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amg E 53 4matic Cabriolet | 190.2 in | 73.2 in | 56.3 in | 113 in | 62.6 / 62.6 in | 4,566 lb | 54/46 |
| Amg E 53 4matic Coupe | 190.2 in | 73.2 in | 56.3 in | 113 in | 62.6 / 62.6 in | 4,429 lb | 54/46 |
| Amg E53 4 Matic 4dr Wagon | 194.1 in | 72.8 in | 58.3 in | 115.7 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,343 lb | 54/46 |
| Amg E53 4matic 4dr Sedan | 193.7 in | 72.8 in | 57.1 in | 115.7 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 4,341 lb | 54/46 |
| Amg E63 S 4 Matic 4dr Wagon | 196.9 in | 72.8 in | 58.3 in | 115.7 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,515 lb | 54/46 |
| Amg E63s 4matic 4dr Sedan | 196.5 in | 72.8 in | 57.1 in | 115.7 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 4,497 lb | 54/46 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E350 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 26 | -6% | $3,150 | 336 |
| E350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | -9% | $3,300 | 354 |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -13% | $3,400 | 370 |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 23 | 0% | $3,550 | 381 |
| AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 23 | 0% | $3,550 | 394 |
| E450 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | 0% | $3,550 | 388 |
| E450 Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | 0% | $3,550 | 393 |
| E450 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | -17% | $3,550 | 392 |
| E450 4matic Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -4% | $3,750 | 409 |
| E450 4matic Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -4% | $3,750 | 408 |
| E450 4matic (station wagon) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | +3% | $3,750 | 408 |
| AMG E63 S 4matic Plus (wagon) | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -11% | $4,350 | 480 |
| AMG E63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -35% | $4,550 | 509 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
Similar 2020 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (this car) | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2020 BMW 5 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Lexus IS | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 330 mi | ★★★★★ | 21 |
| 2020 Audi A6 | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 9 |
| 2020 Tesla Model S | 402 mi | Not rated | 11 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 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 |
| 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 |
| 2016 E-Class | 23 | 191.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 E-Class | 25 | 191.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →