Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate for sale: everything you need to know 

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate blends luxury and practicality, giving drivers a sumptuous, tech-filled interior and cargo space that few cars of this type can rival.

The latest sixth-generation E-Class Estate (codenamed W214) has been on sale since late 2023, and carries on the appeal of its predecessor, the fifth-generation W213, which was sold new from 2016 to 2023 and given a facelift in 2020.

The E-Class Estate has several direct rivals, chiefly from the other big German brands – the BMW 5 Series Touring and the Audi A6 Avant. You could also consider the now-discontinued Volvo V90 and, if space is a key factor, the very roomy but less premium Skoda Superb Estate.

Should you buy a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate?

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate could be ideal for you if you want something comfortable, luxurious and spacious. It essentially fills a middle ground between the BMW 5 Series, which is sharper to drive and the less dynamic but very plush Audi A6 Avant. The E-Class is available in petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid form, and it’s beautifully put together inside with a classy, stylish design and lots of slick-looking technology to keep you informed and entertained.

It’s also very spacious, with acres of room for passengers in the back, and a huge boot – 640 litres in the fifth-generation model and 615 litres in the latest version. That’s not quite as massive as the 690 litres you get in the latest Skoda Superb Estate and Volkswagen Passat, but it’s still pretty massive. The latest E-Class Estate has more space under the tailgate than the BMW and the Audi – unless you go for the plug-in hybrid model, which loses a big chunk of space to battery storage.

To drive, the E-Class focuses more on comfort than dynamic agility, but it’s still a reasonably nimble handler, if not as sporty as the 5 Series. Air suspension was an option on the fifth-generation E-Class, giving it a magic carpet-level of comfort. Standard suspension is called Agility Control and allows you to select different modes for different types of driving, adjusting the damping accordingly. The latest, sixth-generation E-Class has air suspension as standard at the back, with all-round air (called Airmatic) available as an option.

Both of the most recent generations of E-Class are packed with tech – dual tablet-like infotainment screens that stretch across the dashboard in the fifth generation, and a huge multi-screen setup in the latest version, called Superscreen or Hyperscreen depending on the model you go for.

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What’s the best used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate model to buy?

We think the pinnacles of the fifth-generation E-Class Estate range are the E220d diesel and the E300de plug-in hybrid. They’re both diesel powered – the former is a great blend of performance and efficiency, while the latter is mated to an electric motor that gives you up to 33 miles of electric-only power.

For the latest generation, the petrol-powered E300e PHEV can manage a whopping 69 miles on battery power, according to official figures, while the E220d again looks like a brilliant all-rounder.

If you’re after outright power and performance, have a look at the AMG models, which deliver big noise and hardcore acceleration.

Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate fuel economy and performance

Fifth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate

• Mercedes-Benz E200 Estate petrol: The entry-level engine is a 2.0-litre unit attached to a nine-speed automatic gearbox, which gives you 194PS and 320Nm of torque. That translates to a 0-62mph time of 7.8 seconds and an official MPG figure of 37.2.
• Mercedes-Benz E220d Estate diesel: The entry-level diesel – and one of the most common E-Class Estates you’ll find on the used market – is a 2.0-litre unit with 192PS and 400Nm, attached to a nine-speed automatic gearbox. It’ll hit 62mph from standstill in 7.7 seconds and has an official MPG figure of up to 50.4mpg.
• Mercedes-Benz E300de EQ Power Estate diesel: The diesel-powered plug-in hybrid model uses a 2.0-litre diesel engine with an electric motor to give a combined 306PS and 700Nm. That means a 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds and an official fuel economy of 201.8mpg, although in the real world it’ll depend on how much you use the battery instead of the engine.
• Mercedes-Benz E350d Estate diesel: This fairly beefy diesel wasn’t sold for very long, but it’s a nice mix of power and fuel economy . The 3.0-litre engine makes 258bhp and 620Nm, which translates to a 5.8-second sprint to 62mph. The official MPG is 51mpg.
• Mercedes-Benz E400d 4MATIC Estate diesel: The top-spec diesel E-Class Estate has a 3.0-litre engine and developed 330PS and 700Nm, with a 0-62mph time of 5.1 seconds, helped by four-wheel drive. The official fuel economy is 40.9mpg.
• Mercedes-AMG E 43 4MATIC petrol: For a dose of AMG performance without the full cost, the E43 gives you a 3-litre V6 with 401PS and 520Nm. Performance is impressive – 4.7 seconds to 62mph, with a claimed MPG of 33.6.
• Mercedes-AMG E 53 4MATIC+ petrol: The E 53 replaced the E 43 in 2018, bringing with it a mild-hybrid 3.0-litre straight-six engine with 435PS and 520Nm, and four-wheel drive. It’ll get from 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds and promises up to 29.4mpg.
• Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 4MATIC+ petrol: The most powerful E-Class Estate of the two Mercedes-AMG performance models has a turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine with 612PS and 850Nm, and four-wheel drive. The 0-62mph sprint takes just 3.4 seconds and officially you can expect up to 22.8mpg.

Sixth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate

• Mercedes-Benz E200 Estate petrol: The latest-generation E-Class estate again starts with a 2.0-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine. Power is now up to 204PS and torque remains at 320Nm. Performance has improved, with a 0-62mph time of 7.5 seconds, and you should get up to 42.2mpg according to official figures.
• Mercedes-Benz E220d Estate diesel: The popular diesel engine gets a small power and torque bump to 197PS and 440Nm, while performance improves slightly to 7.6 seconds for the 0-62mph sprint. Fuel economy also improves, with an official figure of up to 56.5mpg.
• Mercedes-Benz E300e petrol: The latest plug-in hybrid uses petrol rather than diesel, with its electric motor giving it a combined 313PS and 550Nm. That means a 0-62mph time of 6.4 seconds and a claimed MPG of up to 470.8mpg. The 300e can manage up to 69 miles per battery charge on electric power only.
• Mercedes-Benz E450d diesel: The top-spec diesel still uses a 3.0-litre engine and now puts out 367PS with 750Nm, which means a 0-62mph time of 5.0 seconds. The claimed MPG is up to 45.6.

What used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate trim levels are available?

The fifth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate came in the following trims:

• SE: The SE model was the entry-level trim when the E-Class was first introduced back in 2016. It’s far from spartan, however, with 17-inch alloys, LED headlights, sat-nav and an electric boot lid, as well as heated seats and a reversing camera.
• Sport: The entry-level trim from 2020 is well-equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, an electric boot lid and electric folding mirrors, as well as automatic headlights. Inside there’s a wireless phone charge, a reversing camera and heated front seats, with keyless engine start and black leather upholstery.
• AMG Line Edition: The next trim adds 18-inch alloys and bodystyling inspired by the AMG performance models. There are upgraded perforated brake discs, too, and tinted glass at the back of the car.
• AMG Line: This trim has different 18-inch alloys with twin-spoke wheels and Mercedes’ “Multibeam” LED headlights. Inside, there’s synthetic leather on the dashboard and black ash wood trim, with a three-spoke steering wheel and tri-zone climate control.
• AMG Line Premium: The Premium version of the AMG Line trim gives you 19-inch alloy wheels and keyless entry.
• AMG Line Night Edition Premium Plus: The high-spec trim level gives you 20-inch black alloy wheels (18s on the hybrid model), with black mirror housings and a panoramic sunroof, as well as electrically adjusted front seats.
• AMG: The AMG performance models come as well-equipped as their original pricing suggested, with 19-inch wheels, a performance exhaust, the top-end infotainment available at the time and plush leather upholstery.
• AMG S: The E63 S model was the very top-spec E-Class Estate, and as such has just about everything included on it, from heated seats to ambient lighting, all riding on 20-inch wheels.
• AMG S Edition 1: Available only in the first year of production, this special trim level included extra carbonfibre trim, matt-grey paintwork and yellow stitching on the seats.

The sixth-generation E-Class Estate comes with a few more trim options, most based around the AMG Line model:

• AMG Line: The entry-level trim gives you 18-inch alloy wheels, AMG-inspired bodywork, LED headlights and keyless engine start, with heated front seats clad in black leather. Two-zone climate control is included, as is the 14.4-inch infotainment screen and wireless charging.
• AMG Line Advanced: This trim gives you 19-inch alloy wheels finished in grey paint, as well as upgraded headlights and a snazzy backlit wood trim inside.You’ll also get a 360-degree camera system to help manoeuvring.
• AMG Line Premium: The Premium version of the AMG line trim gives you 19-inch alloy wheels finished in black, with acoustic glass for a quieter ride, as well as a Burmester surround sound system and the “Superscreen” infotainment system, which adds a second 12.3-inch screen in front of the passenger.
• AMG Line Premium Plus: This high-end trim fits 20-inch multispoke alloys, an illuminated front grille and a panoramic sunroof, as well as four-zone climate control and heated and cooled front seats.
• Exclusive Edition: Priced alongside the top-spec AMG Line mode, the less sporty, more classy-looking Exclusive model has 21-inch multispoke alloys and different bumpers for a more understated look. It also has upgraded Nappa leather upholstery.

Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate dimensions and boot size 

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate’s exterior dimensions are: 

Fifth generation

• Length: 4945mm
• Width: 1852mm
• Height: 1460mm

Sixth generation

• Length: 4949mm
• Width: 1880mm
• Height: 1469mm

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate’s boot size is:

Fifth generation

• 640 litres (480 litres in plug-in hybrid model)
• 1830 litres with back seats folded

Sixth generation

• 615 litres (460 litres in plug-in hybrid model)
• 1830 litres with back seats folded

Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate road tax

All of the latest-generation E-Class Estates cost more than £40,000 new, which means they attract a luxury car surcharge for Vehicle Excise Duty (road tax), on top of the standard flat rate. At the time of writing, that means you’ll pay £600 a year, or £590 for PHEV and mild-hybrid models.

The same will be true of some, but not all fifth-generation E-Class Estates. The threshold for the luxury car tax includes the cost of options, so it’ll depend on what your car’s original owner decided to add. Those that cost less than £40,000 new will pay £190 a year, or £180 for hybrids.

How much is it to insure a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate? 

With a wide range of models, the cost to insure your E-Class Estate will depend on which version it is. At the lower end you’ll find cars in group 28 (of 50), but the top-end cars will touch group 49, which means sizable premiums.

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