DecodedCars2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- Amg 4dr Sedan, E350 4dr Sedan, E450 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 25 city / 33 hwy
- Length
- 194.9–195.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,189–5,269 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- 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 32 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,269 lb (Amg 4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway), 7% worse than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $2,950 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2025
- New body dimensions: 5.1 in longer, wheelbase +3.5 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- New plug-in hybrid version
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 E-Class →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amg 4dr Sedan | 195.3 in | 74.8 in | 57.9 in | 116.5 in | 65 / 63.4 in | 5,269 lb | 54/46 |
| E350 4dr Sedan | 194.9 in | 74 in | 57.9 in | 116.5 in | 64.2 / 65 in | 4,189 lb | 53/47 |
| E450 4dr Sedan | 194.9 in | 74 in | 57.9 in | 116.5 in | 64.2 / 65 in | 4,321 lb | 53/47 |
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 Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | -7% | $2,950 | 316 |
| E350 4matic Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 33 / 27 | -10% | $3,050 | 327 |
| E450 4matic Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | -17% | $3,300 | 355 |
| E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | +17% | $3,300 | 351 |
| AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic Plus Plug-in Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | -23% | $3,550 | 117 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Similar 2025 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 BMW 3 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi A4 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 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 2025 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 →