2027 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: real cost in California
See the E-Class on Mercedes-Benz's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, E 350 · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$65,200the advertised price
Drive away$72,734with fees and tax
Loan payment$1,155/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,729/moeverything, after resale
$72,734 to drive away + $81,588 to run it for 6 years − $29,805 back at resale = $124,518, or $1,729 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$72,734
Running it, 6 yrs+$81,588
Back at resale−$29,805
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$65,200Feesfreight $1,450 (our estimate) · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,535Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$5,999Fuel13,500 mi a year at 28 MPG
+$19,080Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,743Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$15,412Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$14,954Maintenanceestimate
+$9,638Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,762Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$29,805True cost $124,518 ÷ 72 months$1,729 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySedan, Wagon
Seats5
Cargo12.7 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine255–577 hp premium gas or plug-in hybrid, AWD
0–60 mph3.9–6.1 sMercedes-Benz's figure
Fuel economy25–28 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires18" or 20"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
Warranty4 yrs
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| E 350 | $65,200 | $72,734 | $124,518 | ✓ $1,729/mo | 28 MPG | — No |
| E 350 4MATIC | $67,700 | $75,459 | $128,026 | $1,778/mo | 27 MPG | ✓ Yes |
| E 450 4MATIC | $73,700 | $81,999 | $137,001 | $1,903/mo | 25 MPG | ✓ Yes |
| E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain | $80,000 | $88,865 | $144,068 | $2,001/mo | 25 MPG | ✓ Yes |
| AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD | $91,100 | $100,963 | $155,210 | $2,156/mo | 21 MPG | ✓ Yes |
| AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD | $95,200 | $105,431 | $159,956 | $2,222/mo | 21 MPG | ✓ Yes |
E 350
✓ $1,729/mo
True cost
E 350 4MATIC
$1,778/mo
True cost
E 450 4MATIC
$1,903/mo
True cost
E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain
$2,001/mo
True cost
AMG E 53 HYBRIDAWD
$2,156/mo
True cost
AMG E 53 HYBRIDAWD
$2,222/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
E 350$65,200
E 350 4MATIC$67,700
E 450 4MATIC$73,700
E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain$80,000
AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD$91,100
AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD$95,200
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $450 on every trim
Heated steering wheel
+ $450
✓ from AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD
Heated rear seats
+ $500
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Massaging seats
+ $2,950
+ $2,800
+ $2,950
+ $2,800
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓
✓ from AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
+ $1,030
✓
+ $2,450
✓ from AMG E 53 HYBRID AWD
Head-up display
+ $3,400
+ $2,600
+ $4,150
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from E 350 4MATIC
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ Every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimRear cross-traffic alertLane centeringHands-free drivingTow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the E 350 (86 items)
- 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine with mild hybrid drive
- Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator
- Direct Injection and multispark ignition
- NANOSLIDE cylinder wall technology
- ECO Start/Stop system
- 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission
- 4-wheel multilink suspension
- Torque Vectoring Brake
- Electromechanical power steering
- Tradition and innovation in perfect proportions
- AMG body styling
- Chrome Star-pattern grille
- 18-inch 5-spoke wheels
- Steering wheel in leather
- Natural Grain Black Ash wood trim
- Natural Grain Black Ash wood console trim
- Car-to-X Communication
- Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call (10 years)
- PRE-SAFE Sound
- LED headlamps and taillamps
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- LED Daytime Running Lamps
- DISTRONIC adaptive cruise control
- Active Brake Assist
- Surround View System
- PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
- Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning Assist
- Dashcam
- 7 air bags
- Front center air bag
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake Assist (BAS)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Adaptive braking technology
- SmartKey with KEYLESS-START
- Digital Vehicle Key
- Antitheft alarm system
- GUARD 360° security system
- Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Aluminum and high-strength steel body structure
- Power front seats with memory
- Energizing seat kinetics
- Heated front seats
- 40/20/40-split folding rear seats
- Panorama roof
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- MB-Tex upholstery
- Power-folding side mirrors
- 1 year of Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
- Added support and assistance from Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
- Remote Start via Mercedes-Benz app
- 64-color LED ambient lighting
- LED logo projectors
- Illuminated front door sills
- Electronic trunk closer
- KEYLESS-GO with seamless door handles
- Remote opening and closing of windows and sunroof
- Garage door opener
- Extendable front sun visors
- Brake HOLD feature
- 3rd Generation Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)
- MBUX profiles, routines and templates
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 14.4-inch touchscreen central multimedia display
- Zero-layer menu concept
- Steering wheel with Touch Control Buttons
- Driver camera
- Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding
- “Hey, Mercedes” keyword activation
- Biometric authentication
- MBUX Navigation
- MBUX Augmented Video for Navigation
- No-charge online navigation map updates for 1 year
- 1 year of Live Traffic Information
- Over-the-air software updates
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Android Auto
- FrontBass system
- HD Radio receiver
- Bluetooth audio streaming
- MBUX Entertainment Package Plus
- SiriusXM with 360L trial subscription
- Hands-free Bluetooth interface
- Front-cabin wireless charging with NFC pairing
- Three USB-C charging ports
Recalls
2 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 E-Class models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Electrical system2025, 2026 · 144,049 vehicles
The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.Recall 26V281000 at NHTSA ↗Power train2025 · 17 vehicles
The camber strut bracket may have been improperly welded onto the rear axle carrier, possibly resulting in separation of the bracket from the rear axle carrier.Recall 24V941000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 E-Class in California?
- $72,734 to drive away for the E 350, from a $65,200 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $1,155 loan payment, about $1,866 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,729 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
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US prices in US dollars from Mercedes-Benz's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it (our estimate where it doesn't). Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.