The luxury segment is as diverse as it is breathtaking. At Mercedes-Benz of Ontario near Eastvale, we’re convinced the 2018 E-Class stands a cut above the rest. To show you what we mean, we’ve matched it up against some of its toughest competitors. Use our chart below to compare the new E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series, Audi A6, and Volvo V90 to see which hits the mark as a powerful, luxurious, and safe vehicle!
| Model | 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 300 Sedan | 2018 BMW 5-Series 530i Sedan | 2018 Audi A6 Premium Plus FWD Sedan | 2018 Volvo V90 Cross Country T5 R-Design FWD Wagon |
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | $52,950 | $52,400 | $51,900 | $49,950 |
| Performance | ||||
| Engine | 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine | 2.0L turbo inline-4 engine | 2.0L turbo inline-4 engine | 2.0L turbo inline-4 engine |
| Horsepower | 241 | 248 | 252 | 250 |
| Torque | 273 | 258 | 273 | 258 |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Luxury Features | ||||
| Cooled Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Feature Not Offered | Feature Not Offered |
| Central Display | 12.3-inch with navigation and touchpad controller | 10.2-inch with navigation and touchpad controller | 8-inch with navigation | 9-inch with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay™ | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| 64-Color LED Ambient Lighting | Standard | Feature Not Offered | Feature Not Offered | Feature Not Offered |
| Safety Features | ||||
| Driver Attention Monitor | Standard | Standard | Feature Not Offered | Feature Not Offered |
| Car-to-X Communication | Standard | Feature Not Offered | Feature Not Offered | Feature Not Offered |
| Pre-Collison System | Standard with additional PRESAFE® Sound protection | Standard | Standard | Feature Not Offered |
From the get-go, the 2018 E 300 Sedan differentiates itself with a staunch turbo 4-cylinder and a smooth-shifting 9-speed automatic. Couple those features with 64-color ambient interior lighting and Car-to-X Communication—both E-Class exclusives—and you’ve got a premium sedan that simply can’t be duplicated. And unlike some of its competitors, the E-Class comes standard with everything you need to feel safe on Rancho Cucamonga roads, such as a driver attention monitor and a pre-collision system.
We could go on and on about what makes the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a star, but we’d rather show you firsthand. Schedule a test drive at Mercedes-Benz of Ontario, or pay us a visit at 3787 East Guasti Road in Ontario, CA. We’re just a short drive from Fontana and San Bernardino!
