When a Subaru Just Isn't Snazzy Enough | 2021 Mercedes Benz E450 All Terrain

Although Subaru popularized the off-road wagon in America, Europeans have been taking unlikely vehicles off the beaten path for ages. Mercedes on the other hand was a little late to the party launching their first SUV in 1997 and their first "rough roader" station wagon for 2021: the Mercedes E450 All-Terrain.

[SN-hnzi]

The one automotive YouTuber that gets it: amber turn signals forever!

[Mean_Bean]

I have a Mercedes with the LED front lights that dance when you turn on the car. The high beam turning on with their show makes all the repairs worth it. 😂

[reddevilunited]

I've always had a love of sporty wagons.

[g]

This is my perfect car! Never wanted a SUV

[Charles_Mulberry_]

Most extensive and detailed car reviews on YouTube!

[rspencer]

Thank you for this thorough review. My 13 year old E350 4 magic wagon is getting ready for replacement. Glad they have kept the formula the same... powerful engine, great handling, confident braking, versatile cargo room and comfy ride.

[LuisGonzalez-sblx]

Love those tests where you sit in the trunk and the views that come with ‘em. 😊

[benjaminkohl]

My dad drives a 2014 E350 wagon and absolutely loves it. I love the GLE, but would have a tough time picking it over the E450 morally. We love the low roof and low load floor, and the low seating position. What an amazing vehicle. My dad doesn't plan on getting a new one any time soon, but I am subtly trying to convince him to get a new 2021 All Terrain. I also love the A6. I would give the Volvo a shot too but don't love the infortianment and would be a bit worried about ride quality. We also don't go off road except to get to hiking and biking trail heads, so we don't need any more ground clearence than the E450.

[reaality]

Alex, the comprehensiveness of your auto review presentations never fails to amaze! Well done!

[djp]

Looks good. This is what most people need instead of giant gas guzzlers.

[sprague]

For the price of an E450 with no spare tire, you can get an Outback...with a spare Outback.

[Tommy]

I remember my Volvo XC70s which had brilliant 3rd row seats, a spare wheel underneath. For occasional 3rd row use, it was brilliant as, a full SUV (XC90) was not required, yet the XC70 performed well in daily use.

Whilst the E450 is good, a big issue is the touch controls and the centre console pad. I prefer a separate remote control for passengers/separate use.

[Mjln]

I would much prefer the regular e-class wagon over the all terrain version.

[cyberhard]

5.8" and it is "all terrain"?! Marketing at it's finest.

[rightlanehog]

Alex, According to the theory of "Trickle Down Fashionomics" rich people can make #wagons fashionable and popular again! We start with the out-of-reach Mercedes wagon, pass through Country Squire/ Vista Cruiser/Colony Park phase and end up with Corolla/Civic wagon. Lastly, those rear facing, 3rd row seats surely merit a 11/10 T.C.I. score. :-) #SaveTheWagon #SaveSideWall

[dretech]

Missing feature that I love the most from Mercedes wagon is the rear facing 3rd row. I love how kids wave at me while driving behind them!

[andyb]

I get the desire to have a German badge but I still love the Outback - similar performance, more ground clearance, better mileage, much improved reliability and of course price.

[sheridanbucket]

many city streets are pretty much "all terrain, " so a spare tire is a must. nothing worse than going on a short weekend getaway, having a blowout, and then having to spend your weekend getaway... shopping for a replacement tire, hoping one can be found. fun weekend, huh? Murphy's Law

[davidrpriest]

MB should be selling as many of these as GLEs. Dream Family Vehicle! I wish you could get this with no run flats and a spare tire as an option!

[fleuger]

Before buying my 2020 E450 wagon I cross shopped it with the Volvo V90 and Audi Allroad A6. Despite your presentation of cargo space being close between them I disagree. I have two Greyhounds so need lots of space. The V90 had the least due to the heavily sloped roof and the 4 cylinder engine was pathetic due to the weight of their wagon. It made tons of noise but never went anywhere and it was around $63K. I loved the drive and performance of the Allroad but the cargo space was significantly less than the E450. The rear seat doesn't fold flat consuming more of the limited cargo space so I ruled that out. The E450 has fantastic performance and fuel mileage on the highway. The stock seats are super comfortable and surprisingly, it has been very reliable.

Great review of the All Terrain and its capabilities less the cargo space.