What is it?
The W214 is the eleventh-generation E-Class, launched in Australia in 2024. Two core 2.0L turbo petrol MHEV grades, sedan or All-Terrain wagon body, with MBUX Superscreen stretching across the dash. AMG E 53 PHEV and E 300e PHEV round out the range.
The lineup runs from E 200 at $135,300 plus on-roads, through to E 300 All-Terrain at $159,200 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
MBUX Superscreen stretches across the dash, the most modern luxury sedan cabin going. 5-star ANCAP under the 2024 protocol with strong scores in all four areas. All-Terrain wagon is the only raised lifestyle wagon in the segment.
Selfie camera in the Superscreen is a gimmick and dust trap. Touch-control steering wheel buttons remain fiddly on the move. E 200 is RWD only with AWD reserved for E 300 and above.
Should you buy the E-Class?
Reasons to buy
- MBUX Superscreen stretches across the dash, the most modern luxury sedan cabin going. 5-star ANCAP under the 2024 protocol with strong scores in all four areas. All-Terrain wagon is the only raised lifestyle wagon in the segment.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2024), full driver-assist suite.
- 540 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- Selfie camera in the Superscreen is a gimmick and dust trap. Touch-control steering wheel buttons remain fiddly on the move. E 200 is RWD only with AWD reserved for E 300 and above.
- You want a hybrid as standard (Lexus ES from $66,100 plus on-road costs), you want Quattro AWD standard (Audi A6), or a longer warranty (Genesis G80 offers 5 years with stronger value).
- E 300e PHEV is confirmed for Australia at the top of the regular range but pricing was not finalised at time of writing. Options inflate the drive-away figure quickly.
- Top trim climbs to $159,200 plus on-roads.
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