

Josh Nevett
2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
Pros
- Quiet and comfortable
- Superb sound system
- Big boot
Cons
- Exorbitant service pricing
- Heated, ventilated seats are a $3500 option
- Underwhelming engine performance
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a large Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $89,900 for the base variant and topping out at $239,900 for the Amg S variant.
There are 6 variants of the E-Class available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2016.
The 2017 E-Class was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class include 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (135kW/300Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (143kW/400Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (180kW/370Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (220kW/0Nm), 3.0 v6 turbo (190kW/620Nm), 3.0 v6 turbo (245kW/480Nm), 4.0 v8 turbo (420kW/750Nm) and 4.0 v8 turbo (450kW/850Nm). All variants feature 9-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Amg S.


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2026
$117,900
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,923 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,852 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,939 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 640 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mercedes-Benz E-Class Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the base variant that starts from $89,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Amg S variant that starts from $239,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class is offered by the base variant which can tow 2100 kg.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the base variant which measures 1861mm wide, 4947mm in length and sits 1497mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 450kW of power and 850nm of torque are the Mercedes-Amg S and Amg S variants.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2590 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded, Diesel or Electric.
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