2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
When we compare the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have the same interior volume, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Pricing: A used 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class ranges from $24,761 to $44,997 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $31,491 to $48,922.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class both lose 50 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 7.9 out of 10. Mercedes-Benz E-Class is ranked 3 out of 25 Best Luxury Convertibles based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 7.9 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 329 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 362 horsepower. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 470 miles. This gives the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
66300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
57329
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
24990 - 119800
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
67300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
60362
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
25070 - 121400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
34646
Price Range:
24761 - 44997
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
28009
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
16052 - 63956
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
258
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
67239
# Good or Great Deals:
87
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
40627
Price Range:
31491 - 48922
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
31994
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
18803 - 71514
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
239
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
57984
# Good or Great Deals:
105
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.4 - 15.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.011
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3.4 - 16.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.011
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8216881474483955
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.1 - 23.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.777822378272615
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 10.0
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
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17 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
329 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 470 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.4 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.4 inches
Cargo Space:
9.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4189 lbs
Width:
80.9 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4189 lbs
Width:
80.9 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Dune Silver Metallic
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Lunar Blue Metallic
Gray
Selenite Grey Metallic
Green
Emerald Green Metallic
Red
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Silver
Diamond Silver Metallic / Iridium Silver Metallic
White
designo Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Exterior Colors
Beige
Dune Silver Metallic
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Lunar Blue Metallic
Gray
Selenite Grey Metallic
Green
Emerald Green Metallic
Red
designo Cardinal Red Metallic / Rubellite Red Metallic
Silver
Diamond Silver Metallic / Iridium Silver Metallic
White
designo Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Interior Colors
Beige
Macchiato Beige/Espresso Brown / Macchiato Beige/Titan Red / Macchiato Beige/Yacht Blue
Black
Black / Black/Titanium Grey Pearl
Brown
Saddle Brown/Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Macchiato Beige/Espresso Brown / Macchiato Beige/Titian Red / Macchiato Beige/Yacht Blue
Black
Black / Black/Titanium Grey Pearl
Brown
Saddle Brown/Black
