2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

E-Class vs. S-Class: Price

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Sedan has a starting MSRP of $53,500*, and you can expect a generous amount of features for the price. Moving up to the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 450 Sedan bumps the starting MSRP to $91,250*, making it the most cost-effective vehicle in the new S-Class series.

E-Class vs. S-Class: Performance

• Engine: The performance of the E 300 Sedan starts with a 241-hp 2.0L turbo inline-4 engine, putting it on par with the C 300. If you want a bump in power, go for the S 450 Sedan, which gets a 362-hp 3.0L biturbo V6 engine.
• Transmission: Both models feature a 9-speed 9G-TRONIC® automatic transmission with shift paddles.
• Acceleration: Thanks to its stronger engine, the S 450 is quicker to accelerate; it zips to 60 mph from 0 mph in 5.4 seconds vs. 6.2 seconds with the E 300.
• MPG Ratings: Compared to the full-size S 450, the mid-size E 300 is more economical on Laughlin roadways. The E 300 earns 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway, while the S 450 earns 19 mpg city/28 mpg highway.

E-Class vs. S-Class: Luxury Features

Curious how the Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. S-Class compare in terms of features? Here’s a quick breakdown of their standard appointments:

• 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300: Every 2019 E 300 comes standard with interior features like a 12.3-inch display with a touchpad controller, Car-to-X Communication, 64-color LED ambient lighting, Touch Controls for the steering wheel, PRESAFE® Sound, and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.
• 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 450: The S-Class interior includes all of the above listed features, and adds a 12.3-inch instrument cluster display, ENERGIZING Comfort Control, MAGIC VISION CONTROL, Air Balance cabin purification and fragrance system, leather upholstery, 10GB Music Register, and heated 16-way power front seats with memory.