Car looks great, but too many gadgets that spell trouble for long term reliability. Most will lease anyway, but good luck to those who buy used without a warranty.
Used to watch Motorweek on the WNED Buffalo which was the local PBS channel in Toronto l back in the early 90's . Still a very high production show and going strong in 2024.
I like the looks of it. Definitely has a better interior without the selfie cam and the super screen, so if you pay for less options you get a better interior.
@Mouwcat there’s already a microphone for voice commands that’s always listening for you to ask it something.. so they basically have you on video and microphone at all times that’s definitely not on accident
I had the new E350 as a loaner car for a week. The car was enjoyable. But the MBUX system that they used in this car sucked. For starters the system crashed and froze on my 5 times. Also I don't like the sub menus for charging the cabin fan speed and the temperature. Let alone the sub menu for the satellite radio.
Or a W124. Both were literally rock solid sedans, unlike the later model Mercedes-Benz's, especially the ones built during the terrible DaimlerChrysler era.
I don't know why they had to ruin the previous model's beautiful styling. The interior in that model made the beautiful materials the focus. This model makes that giant screen the focus. I really hate that. And I can only imagine how much that screen will cost to fix once it breaks. Planned obsolescence at its finest.
Well if was 1990 with the 500E or 1997 E420 or after 2007 when The E500 got The 386 cv v8, you can say it, it is ahead of The class, this hybrid thing with 2.0 engines in big Benz is not why a bought a mercedes benz...and still top of The MSRP...lol
I'm torn.. My IS200t (which is a rarity in Canada) has been hit and repaired but I'm not happy with the results and was looking to upgrade a larger car soon anyway. I like the look of the E class, but it seems BMW has started to take reliability more seriously to the point where I would consider one as a replacement to a Lexus. So my shortlist is really 530i, 540i, or Lucid Pure.. I like the fact the 5 has a longer wheelbase and is not as wide, but the Lucid can be had in RWD. Even though I don't drive much, I'm not sure I'm ready to go with an EV for a daily. The 540i is great but it's hard to overlook the lighter weight, better weight balance, and improved fuel economy of the 30i.
Yes, it is still using permanent all-wheel drive with an actual center differential, not a clutch pack which only powers the front wheels on demand. This one is set up for 31% front 69% rear torque split which is great for handling.
The last e-class to catch my eye on the streets was the mid-2010 e350/550. This looks like the former “Best or Nothing” has a Tesla interior with cheap looking eBay tack on front grill. Cameras on outside great, cameras on inside? Why? 🤷🏻♂️
Thank GOD they finally got rid of that four foot wide snowboard style screen! It’s still too many electronics, but at least it fits now. Don’t know why they chose a 2010’s Ford Taurus grille for the front end, but whatever.
Iirc we can opt to have a "regular" woodtrim dash instead of that hyperscreen or super screen. We've entered the tech era, which will hurt the quality of materials once found in Mercedes. Accept it or hold out. Current 2021 E class owner
Do these companies even have design teams anymore?? guys time to design new e class interior... 2 mins later, we are done. just stick a few tablets all over the place.
The good: nice interior design, quick off the line, good brakes, good economy. The not good: reliability, interior build quality, expense, bland exterior design.
Was considering the new E Class but won't buy a four cylinder with that black facia surround or the too tacky stars in the tail lights - I expect the front and back will be changed within 2 years.
The worst looking E-Class of all. Completely boring and unattractive next to the 5 series and Genesis G80. And the all screen setup is becoming tiring real quick! Next thing you know, cars won't even have wheels, it'll all be a giant grille wrapped in an OLED screen. Ridiculous.
This car used to be one of my favorite vehicles ever, until the later years that it became blander and blander each new generation... The instrument cluster looks like those first generation touchpads with huge bezzels and that dashboard (while clean) is terrible looking. The outside is... "meh" at most, no flavor at all.
I've got a 2014 E350 COUPE in Mars Red. Got the wheels chromed and added a Thornton performance chip. FAAAAAAST! V6. 302 hp, without the chip. I'll keep it all day over this new 4 cylinder thing. Hybrid, no thanks. They've lost me.
“Selfie cam” more like factory spy cam.
John Davis is a legend.
took the words out my mouth
Car looks great, but too many gadgets that spell trouble for long term reliability. Most will lease anyway, but good luck to those who buy used without a warranty.
This is definitely not the E-Class of legend.
In dash selfie cam. That is the absolute stupidest option of all time.
Totally agree. And besides, this vehicle is not exactly targeted at the “selfie” demographic.
@@terrykrinsky581 "What's a selfie??" -- Aunt Agnus
You can do Zoom calls with it. It’s made for the business people on the move.
@@gedaman😊😊
Way too distracting for the driver
If I bought that the first thing I'd do is put electrical tape over the selfie camera. How stupid.
DAMN that thing can MOVE
MW had a retro review of a 1997 E420 recently. 7.4 seconds to 60.
And stop lol 99 feet
Used to watch Motorweek on the WNED Buffalo which was the local PBS channel in Toronto l back in the early 90's . Still a very high production show and going strong in 2024.
Who remembers when they tested a Mack Chaotic truck?
I like the looks of it. Definitely has a better interior without the selfie cam and the super screen, so if you pay for less options you get a better interior.
The front end looks like the old Ford Taurus!👌😂👍and on the sides like the 2000 Mercury Sable!
The interior at night looks like a Moscow strip club with all those colorful lights. Mercedes is a bit too gaudy with their interiors these days
Who do you think buys them?
I completely hate that dash
To be clear, the E350 is a 4Matic in the US market. Mercedes is not exporting a rear wheel drive-only E class to this country. 2:56
i don’t think it’s a coincidence that so many new cars are coming with built in interior cameras…
Big brother.
Yep so they can watch ppl
@Mouwcat there’s already a microphone for voice commands that’s always listening for you to ask it something.. so they basically have you on video and microphone at all times that’s definitely not on accident
You can always tape it or disconnect it or better yet not buy a car with one
Will sell for 35k 5 years from now but require 10k a year in repairs.
@@Mugsy-14it will be for the next guy.
Id rather have a 10 year old W212 E-class over that.
What’s up with the plastic on the headrests?! RIP, E63😢
I had the new E350 as a loaner car for a week. The car was enjoyable. But the MBUX system that they used in this car sucked. For starters the system crashed and froze on my 5 times. Also I don't like the sub menus for charging the cabin fan speed and the temperature. Let alone the sub menu for the satellite radio.
Nuts. Who in their right mind makes these decisions at MB
Not feeling the instrument panel at all
That is a lease car only. Too much useless tech so for me I would take an old W123 anytime before this one.
Or a W124. Both were literally rock solid sedans, unlike the later model Mercedes-Benz's, especially the ones built during the terrible DaimlerChrysler era.
While I agree with what you all said my Daimler era E320 and E500 have been trouble free. No SBC issues here.
I don't know why they had to ruin the previous model's beautiful styling. The interior in that model made the beautiful materials the focus. This model makes that giant screen the focus. I really hate that. And I can only imagine how much that screen will cost to fix once it breaks. Planned obsolescence at its finest.
That interior, yikes.
looks great apart from all the screens
It has a 4 cyl.
Base engine.
Head of the class my a$$
So does every other car in the class.
@@uberenthusiasts you can thank your great gooberment for that!
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@@uberenthusiasts e200 🤣
Yeah maybe in china
Uh, this is a I6. E450.
Blame environmental regulations
Excellent. I would love to see an AMG version, though.
Well if was 1990 with the 500E or 1997 E420 or after 2007 when The E500 got The 386 cv v8, you can say it, it is ahead of The class, this hybrid thing with 2.0 engines in big Benz is not why a bought a mercedes benz...and still top of The MSRP...lol
I'm torn.. My IS200t (which is a rarity in Canada) has been hit and repaired but I'm not happy with the results and was looking to upgrade a larger car soon anyway. I like the look of the E class, but it seems BMW has started to take reliability more seriously to the point where I would consider one as a replacement to a Lexus. So my shortlist is really 530i, 540i, or Lucid Pure.. I like the fact the 5 has a longer wheelbase and is not as wide, but the Lucid can be had in RWD. Even though I don't drive much, I'm not sure I'm ready to go with an EV for a daily. The 540i is great but it's hard to overlook the lighter weight, better weight balance, and improved fuel economy of the 30i.
The most attractive Mercedes E class ever made.
Cars are the new IPhones and I’m sick of it
Four wheel drive is supurbly responsive at highway speeds, too. The tires never lose traction..
Yes, it is still using permanent all-wheel drive with an actual center differential, not a clutch pack which only powers the front wheels on demand. This one is set up for 31% front 69% rear torque split which is great for handling.
Could you imagine a company building the legendary W124, and then the same company builds this 40 years later.
Love the W124. It's one of my all-time favorite sedans. Another all-time favorite sedan, at least for me, is the original Lexus LS400.
No hood ornament?
They haven't had hood ornaments on the E Class for a few years now.
The last e-class to catch my eye on the streets was the mid-2010 e350/550. This looks like the former “Best or Nothing” has a Tesla interior with cheap looking eBay tack on front grill. Cameras on outside great, cameras on inside? Why? 🤷🏻♂️
Thank GOD they finally got rid of that four foot wide snowboard style screen! It’s still too many electronics, but at least it fits now. Don’t know why they chose a 2010’s Ford Taurus grille for the front end, but whatever.
Iirc we can opt to have a "regular" woodtrim dash instead of that hyperscreen or super screen. We've entered the tech era, which will hurt the quality of materials once found in Mercedes. Accept it or hold out.
Current 2021 E class owner
The front fascia looks too much like a Ford 500 & Taurus. 2023 had better styling.
beautiful car! for at least 3yr/36000 miles. 28 mpg
Does it have dashcam front and back? Forget the selfie
Best column mounted shifter on the market and for the worst go for he the current kona
Excellent
Yeah that dash is awful. Ugly and stupid. Big screens doesn't mean luxury.
Gross
You just add about 70-100 k USD you can get S Class
Do these companies even have design teams anymore??
guys time to design new e class interior... 2 mins later, we are done. just stick a few tablets all over the place.
If they haven't already they will be replacing them with AI.
So silly this isn't called E500. Even without the V8 this is certainly the same relative model.
What? What in the world are you talking about? "500" cars have a 429hp version of the I6, not 375hp.
I refuse to drive any car that does not come standard with an in dash selfie cam.
Nice 👍
I just want a simple Japanese mini truck that has physical and simple buttons like the Hilux Champ. Cars are too complex these days.
The Germans have forgotten how to make luxurious interiors. This one looks completely plastic
The good: nice interior design, quick off the line, good brakes, good economy. The not good: reliability, interior build quality, expense, bland exterior design.
Interior build quality?
@@MercOne go look at some of the top reviewers…lots of creeks and noises from the console etc. My friend had an issue with both his E-Class sedans.
@@pokerfred68Old E not this one. Try again.
@@MercOne actually MB needs to try again…or try harder…not up to snuff with Audi or BMW.
@@pokerfred68Or you could realize that this is a new car. It’s ok if can’t grasp this.
Was considering the new E Class but won't buy a four cylinder with that black facia surround or the too tacky stars in the tail lights - I expect the front and back will be changed within 2 years.
Wont last 200,000 kms without some major issues.
Meh, meh, meh, 4.2s 0-60 damn!!
German cars are beautiful but they will empty your pocket on maintenance after 60000 km.
Excelent car
Is Mercedes Benz no longer capable of manufacturing cars that have hard creases in the body panels?
Thought was just me everything so rounded and rear window way to small
It is just me or does this look the size of a C class? Everything about this car says C class
Definitely not feeling the new look ,inside and out
The worst looking E-Class of all. Completely boring and unattractive next to the 5 series and Genesis G80. And the all screen setup is becoming tiring real quick! Next thing you know, cars won't even have wheels, it'll all be a giant grille wrapped in an OLED screen. Ridiculous.
Is that AI John Davis narrating? Also, MB styling in and out is not takaing any crowns. Blobular at best. Ungainly at worst
No, just a professionally mixed voiceover of John Davis...as always.
I wonder the same. Sounds really weird compared to usual John.
@@ashton9699he is older now
A car for housewives.
Lucky housewives!
White interior is insane. I don’t care if you never go to the gym or go hiking or whatever. That is going to look like crap in no time.
This car used to be one of my favorite vehicles ever, until the later years that it became blander and blander each new generation...
The instrument cluster looks like those first generation touchpads with huge bezzels and that dashboard (while clean) is terrible looking.
The outside is... "meh" at most, no flavor at all.
It's to overkill with so many infotainment screens.
I've got a 2014 E350 COUPE in Mars Red. Got the wheels chromed and added a Thornton performance chip. FAAAAAAST! V6. 302 hp, without the chip. I'll keep it all day over this new 4 cylinder thing. Hybrid, no thanks. They've lost me.
You do realize the model (E450) being tested here is an I6 right? It's a mild hybrid, not a full on hybrid.
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Mercedes Benz again with their tired and recycled designs. We've seen this design already....😩. Typical Mercedes. No thank you.
More fucken screens
2:41 why is the black and mexican dude in the back seat, instead of the front?
Because they finally have made it to be chauffeured around by their wasps
Cars are the new IPhones and I’m sick of it