2014 Acura RLX vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the 2014 Acura RLX's and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Acura RLX's and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Acura RLX is a better car than the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Acura RLX’s base engine makes 377 horsepower, and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 329 horsepower. The RLX is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles.This gives the 2014 Acura RLX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2014 Acura RLX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13995 - 24579
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.639348
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura RLX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2014 Acura RLX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Advance, SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Tech
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 400 Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
377 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
341 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
329 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
457 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 32 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
423 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
506 / 633 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4312 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4189 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R17