Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Tesla Model Y
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
$72,300
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. Mercedes-Benz E-Class leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Best Value
Tesla Model Y
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
$72,300
Rating: 4.8/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | E-Class | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | Sedan | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $72,300 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $72,300 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $70,100 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 3.0L Turbocharged Inline 6-Cylinder with 48V ISG Mild Hybrid | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5,800-6,100 rpm (+23 hp electric ISG boost) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1,800-5,000 rpm (+148 lb-ft electric ISG boost) | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 4.4 sec (0-60 mph E 450 4MATIC / 6.1 sec E 350) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 130 mph (electronically limited) | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 25 MPGe combined (22 City / 31 Hwy) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 540 miles total highway tank range | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 350 g/mi CO2 | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 12V starter battery + 48V mild-hybrid lithium battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | Self-charging regenerative braking | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.8/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1420 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | AMG E 53 HYBRID Sedan (3.0L Inline-6 PHEV, 577 hp combined) | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.8 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | Mercedes-Benz PRE-SAFE & Driver Assistance Package | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.6 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.8 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Exceptionally quiet, plush cabin environment with S-Class level material quality and refinement; Silky-smooth 375 hp tur... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | 12.7 cu ft trunk capacity is smaller than some primary competitors like the BMW 5 Series; Touch-sensitive steering wheel... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
