2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is largely a carryover, with a standard fingerprint scanner for infotainment profile sign-in as its main change. There is no redesign, styling refresh, or powertrain update.
About the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Current W214 generation, introduced for the US in 2024; 2026 is an early-cycle year with no mid-cycle refresh.
Mercedes-Benz positions the E-Class as the standard-setting midsize luxury car: smart cabin tech, quiet turbo-hybrid power, and everyday comfort wrapped in a more athletic design. The sedan is aimed at buyers who want classic Mercedes luxury without stepping up to an S-Class, while the wagon gives that same upscale experience a more practical, SUV-like role. Across the range, the core pitch is intelligence, comfort, and polished performance rather than flash.
The E 350 is the entry luxury sedan, pairing a turbo four-cylinder mild-hybrid engine with rear-wheel drive, a panoramic roof, and a large digital cockpit. The E 350 4MATIC adds all-wheel drive, while the E 450 4MATIC uses a smoother, stronger turbo six-cylinder mild-hybrid powertrain and also represents the more versatile All-Terrain wagon side of the lineup.
What changed, by category
2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 24 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 255 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.7 cu-ft | 12.7 cu-ft | 12.7–33.1 cu-ft |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
The main change is a standard fingerprint scanner for infotainment profile sign-in. The rest of the E-Class changes very little for 2026.
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class redesigned?
No. The 2026 E-Class continues the W214 generation introduced in the US for 2024, with no redesign or mid-cycle styling refresh.
Does the 2026 E-Class have a new engine?
No. The turbo mild-hybrid powertrains carry over, including the four-cylinder setup in the E 350 models and the six-cylinder setup in the E 450 4MATIC.
Is the 2026 E-Class worth considering over the 2025 model?
The 2026 model is mainly worth considering if standard fingerprint sign-in matters to you. Otherwise, the 2025 and 2026 E-Class are very similar in design, powertrains, and core features.
Does the 2026 E-Class still include an All-Terrain wagon?
Yes. The E 450 4MATIC continues to cover the All-Terrain wagon as well as the six-cylinder sedan, with all-wheel drive and a turbo mild-hybrid engine.