2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Pictured: Mercedes-Benz W214 1X7A1841. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Midsize Cars
Body styles
E 250 Bluetec 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD, E 300/350 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD, E 350 2dr Coupe, E 350 4matic 2dr Coupe AWD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl turbo, 5.5L 8-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Hybrid, Premium Gasoline, FFV
MPG (best)
26 combined · 24 city / 30 hwy
Length
185–192.9 in
Curb weight
3,715–4,244 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 37 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a midsize car offered with 3 engines (3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl turbo and 5.5L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 192 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,068 lb (E 250 Bluetec 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (24 city / 30 highway), 1% better than the 2014 midsize car average of 25.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.

What changed for 2014

  • Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 4 stars overall

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 E-Class →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
E 250 Bluetec 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD191.7 in72.8 in57.9 in113 in62.2 / 62.6 in4,068 lb52/48
E 300/350 4matic 4dr Sedan AWD191.7 in72.8 in57.9 in113 in62.2 / 62.6 in4,023 lb52/48
E 350 2dr Coupe185 in70.5 in54.7 in108.7 in60.6 / 61 in3,715 lb52/48
E 350 4matic 2dr Coupe AWD185 in70.5 in54.7 in108.7 in60.6 / 61 in4,001 lb52/48
E 350 4matic Wagon AWD192.9 in72.8 in59.8 in113 in62.2 / 63 in4,244 lb52/48
E 350 Cabriolet 2dr Conv185.4 in70.5 in55.5 in108.7 in60.2 / 59.8 in3,979 lb52/48

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
E400 Hybrid Hybrid3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive24 / 30 / 26+1%$3,150336
E3503.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 30 / 24-7%$3,400377
E350 Coupe3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 30 / 24+3%$3,400373
E350 FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 29 / 23-11%$3,550384
E350 4matic FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-11%$3,550382
E3503.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-11%$3,550386
E350 4matic3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 27 / 23-11%$3,550384
E350 4matic Coupe3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-2%$3,550387
E350 4matic Coupe FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-2%$3,550394
E350 Coupe FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-2%$3,550391
E350 Coupe3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-2%$3,550386
E350 4matic Coupe3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-2%$3,550394
E350 Convertible FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23-2%$3,550392
E350 4matic3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 27 / 22-14%$3,750401
E350 4matic (wagon)3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive20 / 26 / 22–$3,750396
E350 Convertible3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 28 / 22-6%$3,750396
E550 4matic4.7L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 21-18%$3,900435
E550 Coupe4.7L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive18 / 26 / 21-10%$3,900432
E550 Convertible4.7L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive17 / 25 / 20-15%$4,100443
E63 AMG5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 24 / 19-26%$4,350475
E63 AMG S5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 24 / 19-26%$4,350475
E63 AMG 4matic5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19-26%$4,350475
E63 AMG S 4matic (wagon)5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18–$4,550497
E63 AMG S 4matic5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 22 / 18-30%$4,550498
E63 AMG 4matic (wagon)5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17–$4,850507
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
7/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $3,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.7 MPG2014 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.9%
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS SW RWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.9%
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.9%
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR RWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★9.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash test — 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR AWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR AWD
Side crash test — 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4 DR AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2014 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (this car)26 MPG★★★★★0
2014 BMW 3 Series36 MPGNot rated0
2014 BMW 5 Series30 MPGNot rated0
2014 Lexus IS24 MPGNot rated4
2014 Audi A629 MPG★★★★★4
2014 Lexus LS20 MPGNot rated1
2014 Tesla Model S265 mi★★★★★9

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  3. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other E-Class years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 E-Class28–Not rated00
2026 E-Class28195.3 inNot rated00
2025 E-Class28195.3 inNot rated00
2024 E-Class27190.2 inNot rated00
2023 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2022 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2021 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2020 E-Class26190.2 in★★★★★00
2019 E-Class25190.2 in★★★★★00
2018 E-Class25193.7 in★★★★★00
2017 E-Class25193.7 in★★★★★00
2016 E-Class23191.7 in★★★★★00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →