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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Pictured: Mercedes-Benz W214 1X7A1841. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
26 combined · 23 city / 31 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 27 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a midsize car offered with 4 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl and 4.0L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive and rear-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 / 31 highway), 5% worse than the 2021 midsize car average of 27.4 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 2021

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 E-Class — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 E-Class →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Amg E 53 4matic Cabriolet190.2 in73.2 in56.3 in113 in62.6 / 62.6 in4,566 lb54/46
Amg E 53 4matic Coupe190.2 in73.2 in56.3 in113 in62.6 / 62.6 in4,429 lb54/46
Amg E53 4 Matic 4dr Wagon194.1 in72.8 in58.3 in115.7 in63 / 63.4 in4,343 lb54/46
Amg E53 4matic 4dr Sedan193.7 in72.8 in57.1 in115.7 in63 / 63.8 in4,341 lb54/46
Amg E63 S 4 Matic 4dr Wagon196.9 in72.8 in58.3 in115.7 in63 / 63.4 in4,515 lb54/46
Amg E63s 4matic 4dr Sedan196.5 in72.8 in57.1 in115.7 in63 / 63.8 in4,497 lb54/46

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
E450 4matic Hybrid3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive23 / 30 / 26-5%$3,150349
E450 Coupe Hybrid3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spdRear-Wheel Drive23 / 31 / 26+11%$3,150341
E3502.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spdRear-Wheel Drive22 / 31 / 25-9%$3,300349
E350 4matic2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive22 / 30 / 25-9%$3,300355
E450 4matic Coupe Hybrid3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive23 / 30 / 25+7%$3,300350
E450 Convertible Hybrid3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spdRear-Wheel Drive23 / 30 / 25+7%$3,300349
E450 4matic Convertible Hybrid3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive23 / 29 / 25+7%$3,300353
AMG E53 4matic Plus Hybrid3.0L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive22 / 29 / 25-9%$3,300361
E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) Hybrid3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive22 / 28 / 24+14%$3,400364
AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe Hybrid3.0L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24+3%$3,400378
AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible Hybrid3.0L 6-cylAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive21 / 27 / 23-2%$3,550384
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus4.0L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 18-34%$4,550484
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus (SW)4.0L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 18-14%$4,550483
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $3,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
27.4 MPG2021 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class SW RWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.7%
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.7%
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class SW 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.7%
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.7%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
Not availableLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD
Frontal crash test — 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD
Side crash test — 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2021 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (this car)26 MPG★★★★★0
2021 BMW 5 Series28 MPGNot rated0
2021 Lexus IS25 MPGNot rated0
2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class27 MPGNot rated0
2021 Tesla Model 3353 mi★★★★★22
2021 Audi A626 MPG★★★★★12
2021 Tesla Model S405 miNot rated23

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  3. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other E-Class years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 E-Class28–Not rated00
2026 E-Class28195.3 inNot rated00
2025 E-Class28195.3 inNot rated00
2024 E-Class27190.2 inNot rated00
2023 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2022 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2020 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2019 E-Class25190.2 in★★★★★00
2018 E-Class25193.7 in★★★★★00
2017 E-Class25193.7 in★★★★★00
2016 E-Class23191.7 inNot rated00
2015 E-Class25191.7 inNot rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →