Is The E-Class Still The Standard Of The World? Yes | 2021 Mercedes E 450 Reveiw

There's a reason the Mercedes E-Class is considered a benchmark and an icon. It's quite simply a good sedan and with the new mild-hybrid inline 6 cylinder engine, it might just be perfect.

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[AAutoBuyersGuide]

So yea, there's a typo in the drive section. Oops.. More like "under $70K"

[omars.]

At the risk of sounding like an old fogey, I will say I remember a time when the E-Class and S-Class both had tremendous presence on the road (or even when parked). Now, I feel like both sedans are designed to look smaller than they actually are, and distinguishing the E-Class in particular from the smaller C-Class is nearly impossible if you're not close enough to read the badge. Also, the interior of the S-class looks like a pachinko parlor.

[AutoEnthusiastJC]

the front end just doesn’t look like an E-class to me. Looks like a first gen CLA meets a C-class. They should have given it the S-class grill with hood ornament so it would live up to previous E-Classes from the 90s.

[bestpilot]

Merc's decision to eliminate the option of traditional "luxury styling" of front grill and stand-up hood ornament really stinks.

[james]

Honestly the E 450 is the only sedan I'd ever want. There's just something about it that makes it the perfect combo of sport, luxury and elegance that just no other manufacturer has met. Hell even MB hasn't met this blend in any of their other vehicles. The S class is just an executive transport, the C class is just a sports car. Really if money is no object, you can not go wrong with an E class, but you can with just about anything else.

[MNA]

Much prefer the regular size horizontal infotainment screen in the E class as opposed to the tablet size vertical ones that we’re seeing in the S and C class.

[LawrenceMarkFearon]

Have to say that hybrid electric motor driven air conditioner is the most ingenious bit of Mercedes engineering introduced in modern times. Regardless of engine speed [on or off], the A/C blows a consistent volume of cool air. That is the supernatural driving insight Mercedes was built on. And your explanation was delivered with Alex on Auto's classic comprehension.

[ayoabraham]

I have owned and driven the 2021 E450 for 9 months now. The 2022 model was not in stock due to Covid at the time. Infact, I had to wait for two months for the Hermes communications Module to arrive and be subsequently retrofitted due to supply chain issues. With the extra options that I purchased, the retail price should have been $71, 060, but I had to pay an extra $17, 500 on top of the MSP because the lot was empty. The car has been a blessing and it definitely meet up to expectation in terms of performance, comfort, convenience, and safety. It is my fourth Mercedes Benz and the best so far. Am loving it!

[seanhershey]

I really love the “ off road “ wagon version....(Volvo XC70 owner)....I need to rewatch your review. On that..

[InvestBetter.]

26 MPG combined is very impressive, for something with almost 400 HP
May be the world's best daily driver

[ghsprincipal]

I have watched several videos in my research on the Mercedes E class sedan. Yours is by far the best I’ve watched, delivering the details I want clearly and objectively. Thank you!

[robertehlers]

I am with you Alex. The Mercedes E450 is the best luxury sedan in my opinion. The last Mercedes that I had featured a 3.0 liter in-line six, and it's sound was described as "tearing silk".

[strumineasy]

Without the sense of scale, everything about this car looks like a C Class

[trish]

Thanks Alex. I’ve learned so much from your channel over the years.

[chrisralston]

I recently bought a new 2023 E450. No regrets. It is a fantastic car with a sublime power plant. I can get 32 mpg on the highway in eco mode. The straight six is silky smooth! MB was blowing out the last of the 23’s and it was a good price, as well. I couldn’t be happier with it.

[dannysemail]

You did a superb job. VERY Detail oriented hitting every aspect of the car! You give more details and info than my sales rep.

[Rockinrn]

I’ve had 3 benzs since 2014 and they depreciate like a rock.

[erjonjoni]

Best review and comparison out there . This needs to be a a training video for Mercedes dealer sales personnel.

[Noname-rwgi]

Great review. Can’t wait for your assessment of the EQS. I’m slightly obsessed with it.

[-Derp-]

alex, thanks for your in depth reviews, this one is no exception, your commitment to the cause is highlighted at 8:25.