In the executive sedan class, specifications play a key role in shaping comfort, performance, and usability. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class delivers on these fronts with a long-wheelbase design, efficient engines, and a strong feature set.
Dimensions & Design
Length: 5075 mm
Width: 1860 mm
Height: 1495 mm
Wheelbase: 3079 mm
Ground clearance: 120 mm
Its stretched wheelbase ensures generous rear legroom, making it a standout choice for chauffeur-driven buyers.
Boot Space
540 litres — ample for business trips or family luggage.
Engine & Transmission
2.0L petrol, 2.0L diesel, 3.0L six-cylinder diesel
9-speed automatic transmission
These engines balance refinement with sufficient performance for highway runs.
Performance & Top Speed
Power: up to 282 bhp (diesel 400d)
0–100 km/h: ~6.0 seconds (400d)
Top speed: 250 km/h (electronically limited)
Mileage & Efficiency
Petrol: ~12–14 km/l
Diesel: ~15–17 km/l (ARAI claimed)
Owners report slightly lower real-world figures in city conditions.
Seating
5 seats, with rear seat focused on maximum comfort.
Safety & Driver Assist
7+ airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP
ADAS: adaptive cruise, lane-keeping, blind-spot detection
Parking sensors and 360° camera
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 2999 |
| Max power (bhp) | 375 bhp@5800-5000rpm |
| Gear box | -- |
| Max torque (Nm) | 500 Nm@1800rpm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | -- |
| Fuel Type | petrol |
| Panoramic sunroof | |
| Burmester surround sound system | |
| Dual widescreen MBUX infotainment displays | |
| Reclining rear seats with memory |
E220D | E200 | |
|---|---|---|
Comfort & convenience | ||
| 2nd row adjustable headrest | Yes | Yes |
| 2nd row adjustable headrest - 2nd row headrest adjustment type | Electrical | Electrical |
| 2nd row recline adjustable seats | Yes | Yes |
| 2nd row recline adjustable seats - 2nd row recline adjustable seat type | Electric | Electric |
| Adjustable cluster brightness | Yes | Yes |
Entertainment & communication | ||
| Integrated (in-dash) music system | No | No |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Am/fm radio | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Audio system remote control | No | No |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Bluetooth compatibility/connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - CD player | No | No |
Exterior | ||
| Body colored bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Body kit | Yes | Yes |
| Chrome exhaust | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior door handle colour | Body Coloured | Body Coloured |
| Fog lamps | No | No |
Interior | ||
| Digital Instrument cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument cluster - Digital Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument cluster - Digital tripmeter | Yes | Yes |
| Door pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Front seat pockets | Yes | Yes |
Safety | ||
| 2nd row middle rear headrest | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags - Co-passenger airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags - Front torso airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags - Knee airbags | -- | No |
Warranty | ||
| OEM warranty (years) | 3 | 3 |
Diesel variants typically return 15–17 km/l, while petrol versions deliver 12–14 km/l under mixed driving.
The sedan offers 540 litres of boot capacity, adequate for long-distance travel and business luggage.
The BMW offers sportier handling, while the E-Class excels in comfort and chauffeur appeal. Buyers often choose based on driving preference.
The E-Class starts at about ₹75 lakh and goes up to ₹90 lakh ex-showroom, depending on variant and features.
Ground clearance is around 120 mm, sufficient for highways but requires caution on large speed breakers.
It includes multiple airbags, ABS, ESP, and advanced ADAS like adaptive cruise control and lane assist.