7.9
2024 Mercedes-Benz E 300 review
The sixth-generation E-Class has arrived in Australia with a single four-cylinder powertrain and display tech up the wazoo – is it any good?
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James Wong
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs 2023 Porsche Taycan Comparison
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the large category, between scores of 7.8 and 9.
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7.9
8.4
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Based on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class BASE MODEL
Based on the Porsche Taycan 4 CROSS TURISMO
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
60L - 66L
132 to 475 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
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3 year
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MSRP
$129,575 - $134,140
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Distinct styling from C-Class, S-Class
- Solid spec inclusions, tech-luxe vibes
- Four-pot turbo punches above its weight
Misses
- Transmission is clunky at low speeds
- Expensive option packages
- Not as spacious in the rear as you'd think
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- So much better to look at than an SUV
- Benchmark ride and handling
- State-of-the-art tech that works seamlessly
Misses
- Boot space isn't massive given its length
- It's not cheap, nor are the options
- Service costs are a bit pricey too
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Bright Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
- Instrument Cluster Display - 12.3 Inch (+$1,685)
- Illuminated Door Sill Panels - Special (+$490)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$900)
- Power Door Closing (+$1,300)
- Five Seat Interior (+$1,000)
- Alloy Pedals (+$700)
- Aluminium Sill Guards Illum/Personalised - Black (+$4,870)
- Black Alloy Wheels (+$2,500)
- Body Coloured Exterior Mirrors (+$1,120)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1991 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 155kW - 190kW | 240kW - 460kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 5800 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 350Nm - 400Nm | 345Nm - 1050Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 - 3200 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.8 | - | |
