Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

When we compare the Mercedes-Benz E-Class to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing

A one- to five-year-old used Mercedes-Benz E-Class ranges from $34,987 to $82,919 while a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class from the same model year range is priced between $55,969 to $114,365. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's price is between $59,284 and $84,059, with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class priced between $116,990 and $149,034.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Luxury Midsize Cars for the Money and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Luxury Large Cars for the Money.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 429 horsepower. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 539 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of trunk space. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Mercedes-Benz S-Class are comparable in regards to front leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.