Mercedes-Benz Klasa E (sedan / kombi) · W213 / S213
Generation 5 2016–2023
The W213 brought S-Class technology down a class: the Widescreen cockpit, Multibeam LED, Drive Pilot assistance and Air Body Control. Diesels moved to the OM654 (2.0 four) and OM656 (3.0 inline-six), both excellent. E 220 d dominates supply; E 350 d / E 400 d are the smooth long-distance engines; E 53 and E 63 S are the AMGs. Watch 48-volt systems on post-2020 cars and the state of hybrid batteries.
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC BY 2.0
Recognition
How to tell it apart
- •Pre-facelift (2016–2020): headlights with two horizontal LED 'eyebrows', tail lights with two horizontal segments
- •Facelift (2020–2023): slimmer headlights, new grille shapes, tail lights with a flatter, wider graphic; new steering wheel with touch controls
- •Widescreen cockpit (two 12.3-inch screens under one glass) marks a higher specification
2020 facelift
- New headlights and grille, redesigned tail lights; MBUX with the new steering wheel with capacitive sensing
- 48-volt mild hybrids (E 200/E 300 petrol, E 350 d / E 400 d from 2020 on some), plug-ins E 300 e / E 300 de expanded
- AMG E 53 updated; E 63 S facelift
Engines
Engines
E 200 d (2.0) · 150 hp
2016–2023
Diesel · Automatic · RWD
Entry diesel (160 hp from 2020). Same excellent OM654 as the 220 d.
E 220 d (2.0) · 194 hp
2016–2023
Diesel · Automatic · RWD / AWD
The volume W213: aluminium OM654 four-cylinder, 9G-Tronic, quiet and frugal. 4MATIC available. Mild hybrid on late facelift cars.
E 300 d (2.0) · 245 hp
2018–2023
Diesel · Automatic · RWD / AWD
High-output OM654 (265 hp with 48V from 2020). Quick and economical.
E 350 d (3.0 V6) · 258 hp
2016–2018
Diesel · Automatic · RWD / AWD
Early W213 E 350 d still uses the OM642 V6; from 2018 the inline-six OM656 (286 hp) replaced it.
E 350 d (3.0 inline-six) · 286 hp
2018–2023
Diesel · Automatic · RWD / AWD
The OM656 inline-six: smooth, strong, efficient, arguably the best diesel Mercedes has built.
E 400 d 4MATIC (3.0 inline-six) · 340 hp
2018–2023
Diesel · Automatic · AWD
340 hp / 700 Nm OM656 with 4MATIC: very fast, still economical. Rare and sought after.
E 200 (2.0 turbo) · 184 hp
2016–2023
Petrol · Automatic · RWD / AWD
Turbo four; from 2018 the M264 with 48-volt EQ Boost (197 hp).
E 300 (2.0 turbo) · 245 hp
2016–2023
Petrol · Automatic · RWD
Brisk turbo four (258 hp with EQ Boost from 2018).
E 350 (2.0 turbo mild hybrid) · 299 hp
2018–2023
Petrol · Automatic · RWD
The post-2018 E 350 is a 2.0 four with 48V, not a V6.
E 400 4MATIC (3.0 V6 biturbo) · 333 hp
2016–2018
Petrol · Automatic · AWD
Twin-turbo V6 pre-facelift; replaced by the E 450 in 2018.
E 450 4MATIC (3.0 V6 / inline-six) · 367 hp
2018–2023
Petrol · Automatic · AWD
367 hp V6 (2018–2020), then the M256 inline-six with EQ Boost on the facelift. Smooth and rare.
AMG E 53 4MATIC+ (3.0 inline-six + EQ Boost) · 435 hp
2018–2023
Petrol · Automatic · AWD
The '53' AMG: electrified inline-six with an electric compressor, 4MATIC+, AMG chassis. Fast, refined, sensible for an AMG.
AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+ (4.0 V8 biturbo) · 612 hp
2017–2023
Petrol · Automatic · AWD
612 hp, drift mode, 4MATIC+. The 571 hp non-S exists but is rare. Full AMG history and tyre/brake budget essential.
E 300 e (2.0 plug-in hybrid) · 320 hp
2019–2023
Plug-in hybrid · Automatic · RWD / AWD
Petrol plug-in hybrid with around 50 km electric range; battery health matters.
E 300 de (2.0 diesel plug-in hybrid) · 306 hp
2018–2023
Plug-in hybrid · Automatic · RWD / AWD
Diesel plug-in hybrid: very economical on long trips; complex.
| Engine | For sale now | Years | Gearbox · drive | Sought after | Robust | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
E 200 d (2.0) · 150 hp Diesel · E 200 d · OM654 | 58 | 2016–2023 | Automatic RWD | Entry diesel (160 hp from 2020). Same excellent OM654 as the 220 d. | ||
E 220 d (2.0) · 194 hp Diesel · E 220 d · OM654 | 341 | 2016–2023 | Automatic RWD / AWD | The volume W213: aluminium OM654 four-cylinder, 9G-Tronic, quiet and frugal. 4MATIC available. Mild hybrid on late facelift cars. | ||
E 300 d (2.0) · 245 hp Diesel · E 300 d · OM654 | 13 | 2018–2023 | Automatic RWD / AWD | High-output OM654 (265 hp with 48V from 2020). Quick and economical. | ||
E 350 d (3.0 V6) · 258 hp Diesel · E 350 d · OM642 | 13 | 2016–2018 | Automatic RWD / AWD | Early W213 E 350 d still uses the OM642 V6; from 2018 the inline-six OM656 (286 hp) replaced it. | ||
E 350 d (3.0 inline-six) · 286 hp Diesel · E 350 d · OM656 | 2 | 2018–2023 | Automatic RWD / AWD | The OM656 inline-six: smooth, strong, efficient, arguably the best diesel Mercedes has built. | ||
E 400 d 4MATIC (3.0 inline-six) · 340 hp Diesel · E 400 d · OM656 | 12 | 2018–2023 | Automatic AWD | 340 hp / 700 Nm OM656 with 4MATIC: very fast, still economical. Rare and sought after. | ||
E 200 (2.0 turbo) · 184 hp Petrol · E 200 · M274 / M264 + 48V | 50 | 2016–2023 | Automatic RWD / AWD | Turbo four; from 2018 the M264 with 48-volt EQ Boost (197 hp). | ||
E 300 (2.0 turbo) · 245 hp Petrol · E 300 · M274 / M264 + 48V | 35 | 2016–2023 | Automatic RWD | Brisk turbo four (258 hp with EQ Boost from 2018). | ||
E 350 (2.0 turbo mild hybrid) · 299 hp Petrol · E 350 · M264 + 48V | 4 | 2018–2023 | Automatic RWD | The post-2018 E 350 is a 2.0 four with 48V, not a V6. | ||
E 400 4MATIC (3.0 V6 biturbo) · 333 hp Petrol · E 400 · M276 | 10 | 2016–2018 | Automatic AWD | Twin-turbo V6 pre-facelift; replaced by the E 450 in 2018. | ||
E 450 4MATIC (3.0 V6 / inline-six) · 367 hp Petrol · E 450 · M276 then M256 + 48V | 9 | 2018–2023 | Automatic AWD | 367 hp V6 (2018–2020), then the M256 inline-six with EQ Boost on the facelift. Smooth and rare. | ||
AMG E 53 4MATIC+ (3.0 inline-six + EQ Boost) · 435 hp Petrol · AMG E 53 · M256 + 48V | 28 | 2018–2023 | Automatic AWD | The '53' AMG: electrified inline-six with an electric compressor, 4MATIC+, AMG chassis. Fast, refined, sensible for an AMG. | ||
AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+ (4.0 V8 biturbo) · 612 hp Petrol · AMG E 63 S · M177 | 16 | 2017–2023 | Automatic AWD | 612 hp, drift mode, 4MATIC+. The 571 hp non-S exists but is rare. Full AMG history and tyre/brake budget essential. | ||
E 300 e (2.0 plug-in hybrid) · 320 hp Plug-in hybrid · E 300 e | 12 | 2019–2023 | Automatic RWD / AWD | Petrol plug-in hybrid with around 50 km electric range; battery health matters. | ||
E 300 de (2.0 diesel plug-in hybrid) · 306 hp Plug-in hybrid · E 300 de · OM654 + electric | 42 | 2018–2023 | Automatic RWD / AWD | Diesel plug-in hybrid: very economical on long trips; complex. |
Versions
What the badges mean
Standard
commonbase
2016–2023
LED headlights, Artico, 9G-Tronic, analogue cluster with 12.3-inch centre screen.
Avantgarde
commonequipment line
2016–2023
Sport grille with large star, 17–18 inch wheels, lowered comfort suspension.
Exclusive
uncommonequipment line
2016–2023
Classic grille with bonnet star, chrome, wood, comfort seats; the luxury orientation.
AMG Line
commonequipment line
2016–2023
AMG bumpers, 19–20 inch AMG wheels, sports seats, flat-bottom wheel, sports suspension. Styling and seats only.
Watch out: Very commonly listed as 'AMG'. A real AMG is E 53 or E 63.
AMG E 53
rareperformance model
2018–2023
AMG-built car: electrified inline-six, 4MATIC+, AMG Ride Control, AMG brakes and styling.
AMG E 63 S
rareperformance model
2017–2023
Full AMG: 4.0 biturbo V8, 4MATIC+ with drift mode, AMG suspension, wide body.
Watch out: AMG Line cars advertised as 'AMG'; check the VIN and engine.
All-Terrain
rarespecial edition
2017–2023
Raised estate with air suspension, cladding and 4MATIC.
Options
Options that matter
uncommon
Air Body Control
Multi-chamber air suspension; the comfort option to look for.
rare
Multicontour seats with ventilation / massage (Energizing)
Rare, expensive originally, big comfort gain.
uncommon
Multibeam LED
84-LED adaptive headlights; standard on higher trims.
uncommon
Distronic / Driving Assistance package
Adaptive cruise with steering assist; the long-distance upgrade.
uncommon
Burmester surround
The premium audio; the 3D High-End version is rare.
common
Widescreen cockpit
Two 12.3-inch screens; a very visible upgrade over the analogue cluster.
uncommon
Head-up display
Useful; uncommon.
uncommon
Soft-close doors
Luxury detail.
common
AMG Line
AMG bumpers, wheels, sports seats, flat-bottom wheel; the most sought-after look.
very rare
Rear-axle steering
Rare on W213 (later cars); agility.
very rare
Night View Assist
Rare thermal camera.
common
360° camera
Very useful.
uncommon
Panoramic sliding roof
Light and appeal.
common
Keyless-Go
Keyless.
uncommon
Thermotronic four-zone climate
Rear climate.
uncommon
Tow bar
Practical.
common
19–20 inch AMG wheels
Visual.
Before you buy
What to know
Strengths
- +OM654 and OM656 diesels are modern, efficient and so far very reliable
- +Class-leading comfort, assistance and cabin technology for the money
- +9G-Tronic is smooth and durable with fluid changes
Expensive when they fail
Air Body ControlHybrid battery48V componentsMultibeam headlampsBurmester 3D
Polish market
Plenty of ex-lease E 220 d Avantgarde/AMG Line from Polish dealers; German imports add higher-spec E 350 d / E 400 d. The inline-six diesels are the cars enthusiasts hunt; E 53 is a rare, sensible AMG.
Known weak points
- moderate48-volt system (2018+ petrol, 2020+ diesels)EQ Boost starter-generator and 48V battery faults can immobilise the car; dealer-level repair.Check: Ask about 48V warnings and whether the starter generator or battery was replaced.
- moderatePlug-in hybrid batteryState of health drives value and range; expensive to replace.Check: Ask for a battery health report and realistic electric range.
- noteOM654 / OM656 AdBlue and emissionsAdBlue injector and NOx sensor faults; software recalls related to emissions on some model years.Check: Ask for stored emissions fault codes and completed recalls.
- noteAir Body ControlAir struts and compressor age; check ride height after standing.Check: Ask for a morning photo after standing overnight.
- noteCapacitive steering wheel and screens (facelift)Touch-sensitive controls and MBUX screens occasionally misbehave; software updates help.Check: Test all wheel controls and screens on the test drive.
- noteBrakes and tyresLarge AMG Line wheels mean expensive tyres; discs wear quickly on heavy diesels.Check: Ask about tyre dates and disc thickness.
- moderateEx-fleet and salvage importsMany ex-lease E 220 d; US salvage imports appear at low prices.Check: Ask for VIN and check the history before travelling.
From the market
Real cars on sale right now
From the market
Engines actually on sale
Grouped from 647 live listings: what people are selling, at what price and mileage.
| Engine | Share | Typical price | Median mileage | Gearbox · drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1.9 Diesel · 195 hp 220 d 4-Matic 9G-TRONIC | 31% | 95 500 PLN | 152 884 km | Automatic · AWD / RWD |
1.9 Diesel · 194 hp 220 d 4-Matic AMG | 21% | 110 000 PLN | 147 100 km | Automatic · AWD / RWD |
1.9 Plug-in hybrid · 306 hp 300 de 4Matic 9G-TRONIC AMG Line | 6% | 115 990 PLN | 149 000 km | Automatic · RWD / AWD |
1.9 Diesel · 150 hp 200 d 9G-TRONIC | 5% | 70 000 PLN | 206 499 km | Automatic · RWD / FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 184 hp 200 4-Matic 9G-TRONIC | 4% | 96 000 PLN | 124 052 km | Automatic · RWD / AWD |
2.0 Petrol · 245 hp 300 9G-TRONIC | 4% | 97 000 PLN | 115 000 km | Automatic · RWD / AWD |
1.6 Diesel · 160 hp 200 d 9G-TRONIC | 3% | 88 900 PLN | 181 664 km | Automatic · RWD |
2.0 Petrol · 197 hp 200 4-Matic AMG | 3% | 129 700 PLN | 112 430 km | Automatic · AWD / RWD |
From the market
Price by model year
Typical price and mileage for each model year on sale.
From the market
Most common versions
- 220 d 4-Matic AMG34
- 220 d 9G-TRONIC33
- 220 d 4-Matic 9G-TRONIC32
- 200 d 9G-TRONIC19
- 220 d Avantgarde16
- 220 d 9G-TRONIC AMG Line15
- 300 9G-TRONIC14
- 43 AMG 4-Matic9
From the market
Equipment seen most often
Leather steering wheel 98%Multifunction steering wheel 96%LED headlights 96%Radio 93%USB socket 93%Satellite navigation 89%Heated driver seat 89%Paddle shifters 89%Tyre pressure monitoring 87%Heated passenger seat 84%Driver airbag 84%Rear parking camera 82%Brake assist 80%Passenger airbag 80%
Our picks
Versions worth looking for
E 350 d / E 400 d (OM656) with Air Body Control and Widescreen
The finest long-distance diesel in the segment.
E 220 d facelift (2020+) with Driving Assistance package
Quiet, efficient, modern; the sensible buy.
AMG E 53 for a fast, refined petrol
AMG pace without V8 running costs.