Base Price: $52,070
Price as Tested: $70,255
Why We Drove It: The Mercedes-Benz E-Class tied as the top-ranked vehicle in its class in our 2008 Initial Quality Study, and was the top-ranked vehicle in its class in our 2007 APEAL Study, the latter of which measures consumer satisfaction with a vehicle s performance and design.
 
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the people that actually own and drive one told us:


"It's incredibly smooth and quiet. It feels secure and luxurious at the same time."


"I love the navigation system but I hate it when it gives me bad directions!"


"[It has the] best performance, acceleration, and pickup. It is truly exceptional. Cornering and handling are truly awesome with all-wheel drive."


"The engine and transmission [give you] power, performance and fuel economy."


"Beautiful exterior and interior. [A] gorgeous looking car."


"The handling and stability in adverse conditions is exceptional."


"The panoramic sunroof adds a sporty feel to a luxury car."


"It is well-built, dependable, economical, and fun to drive."


"The interior styling [is] beautiful and luxurious."


Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan:
1. Appearance of exterior paint
2. Front-end styling
3. Side profile appearance and styling


Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan:
1. Navigation System   Map/Wrong directions/Poor location
2. Clock   Difficult to use/Controls poor location
3. Front Audio/Entertainment System   Controls difficult to use/Poor location