Is The E-Class Still The Standard Of The World? Yes | 2021 Mercedes E 450 Reveiw 

Which mercedes suv is the best to buy

There's also a typo in your title "... E 450 Reveiw"

@@ChristianGiorgioToronto 😂

Weirdly the CLA has a really nice, upscale look. The E-class design is kinda doughy, pudgy, not too attractive imo. The S-class is stately enough, but it could use a little more edge.

Having had a C32 AMG the styling today is too ovid and not very distinctive. My CT6 turns more heads than any MB sedan today.

I like the overall shape, but the front end is much too bland and soft. The Audi is similarly conservative, but they've given it some edges that make it much more interesting. The 5-Series is attractive, but generic BMW. I suppose that kind of clear family look is good, but does it have to be so predictable?

@@s50201 Bland as toast bread.

No it’s not impossible to tell the difference between the c and a. Especially in terms of size you should be able to just look at the car and tell if it’s a c or e based on its width and chunkyness since the e is bigger than c in body shape

Yeah I wish they kept the double line LED strip thing on front that pre-refreshed model had, so there's more distinction from C/CLA.

you know, depending on the line you can get the hood ornament or not.

@@terribrad24 not anymore

@@b1uezea1ot I feel the same! In addition to making the models harder to tell apart I also think that the jagged DRLs don't fit the otherwise smooth curve design on the rest of the exterior as well as the former 'eyebrow' look did. I found that to be really beautiful. The jagged DRLs look less elegant and more angry, which I know it what is in right now, but still... And on top of all that, the jagged DRLs look more similar to some other brands' DRLs, like some Audis and Lexuses and Fords, for example, which I just think is a pity. The previous DRLs made the Mercedes stand out (in a good way!), and these new ones....don't.

I agree but hope is not lost. The option is still there for European cars. I don’t see why one wouldn’t fit a US spec car.

I agree. This new E-class looks like a first gen CLA (and i don’t mean that as compliment). Thank God the S-Class still attempts to look like luxury rather than a sports GT-R or something.

Agreed. I have a 2015 S-class Nicest interior ever.

I agree. The new screens make the S class look like a Tesla inside.

I have found the vertical screens much more appealing and useful if properly designed. I also prefer the ld Tesla's vertical to their new horizontal one.

Yes, it's an excellent design, and I suspect more cars will move that way. It's right up at eye level and integrates well with the instrument panel. It's also the correct orientation for displaying the backup camera image. Nobody needs a humongous display on a moving vehicle, at least not before they're truly self-driving.

@@damilolaakanni Not really. The Tesla has a horizontal screen and basically nothing else (at least the 3 and Y). The S class still has a ton of lux in terms of trim and it's not really minimalist/stark like the Tesla. It's just different and not quite as elegant as its predecessor. The E will go in the same direction as the S when it is updated in 2 years or so.

lol just like a 2004 Toyota Prius? LMAO

@@mikeicee Priuses were for plebeians.

@@lawrencefearon6830 LOL 2.0L 4 cylinder E-Class man has spoken.

Perfectly and so eloquently well said

My CT6 2.0E plug-in sees 36-38 mpg when the 40 miles of battery is used up. It makes 335 hp and 432 lb-ft of torque.

It actually shares the same platform and so does the new S-Class. MB has gone crazy

This is why you always lease a Mercedes Benz

Me too. Georgeos vehicle

Air suspensions may be lovely, but they age poorly and are very expensive to repair, often leading to premature crushing of otherwise nice cars.

That's a fast trunk. I still don't understand why you need yet another superfluous motor for such a thing, but the fact that you could cause bodily harm to someone is a plus.

@@bassandtrebleclef the power trunk, even on SUVs, is something I’ve never understood. Maybe it’s because I’m not old and don’t have back pain. Seems like another thing to break, and I’m usually a fan of gimmicky motorized things.

I was afraid that his hand was about to get crushed

@@joeb4294 “Hey Mercedes, crush my hand”

How much do you pay a month? Just got mine yesterday in love 🥵

@@ryanwilliams1536 Around $500 a month!!! My payments are only like $425 for 72 months, but I should be able to have it paid off in 4 years.

@@DariusSinclair now can u please share how maintenance and repair has been? I have heard horrible stories about the expensive bills and it’s making me second guess buying one. Do u pay alot, cuz if so imma go switch to a Lexus

@@Karma-hy6ki hey. So I've had the car for all this time. And have had no issues. Just getting regular maintenance. Apple CarPlay seems to be the only problem for me, since I have an iPhone 14 Pro. But it's very rare. Basically have to restart Apple CarPlay. I'm at around 50k miles now, because now I'm driving to work daily in a big city. Im this isn't my first Benz. So I'm used to maintenance prices. It's like $300 for A service and $600-650 for B service. I also got the 120k mile extended warranty. But I do like the Lexus LS 500. My wife works at Toyota, so I can get a good deal on it. But I do absolutely love my E class.

@@DariusSinclair Thank you so much for responding, i appreciate ur input. I have an 800 credit score and 30k set aside. I will save up another 10k and I’m TORN between a brand new Lexus F sport ES 350 for 60k out the door or a decent jacked up E class for 70k out the door. I can’t justify that much in a Lexus aka better Toyota and the benz maintenace got me scared. I really want the benz cuz I don’t wanna get it in my 30s and 40s and want it in my 20s. But I want to get atleast 70k miles out of it without major issues. I’d prob drive 8k miles a year. What do u think? Should I just go the safer route? I def want a new car regardless. It will be my first fully owned personal car at 26, I been driving my dads beaters since 19. And how much is the 120l warranty, I’d 1000% get it.

E class looks like a bigger A class lol Genesis is killing it

@@SpaceyZee my money is on the g80

As a chauffeur, I'd actually go for the Audi A6 over the E-Class or G80. Here in Australia, the base A6 is priced very well indeed, and unlike the E-Class, has tri-zone climate as standard. For the G80, one has to option a very expensive "luxury pack" to get second row climate. Also, the G80 has a small trunk, and no folding seats - the A6 has a large trunk, with folding seats. (I know the E-Class also has folding seats) I think "Audi" is a dirty word for Alex - he never seems to mention them. I'm perplexed.

oops. Typo!

BMW is the gold standard

Exactly. Something you don’t see in Audi’s or Porsche’s.

@@SeanC773 I think their typical clients like the flash of new tech, constant design changes, and name brand. We got the last 4 E’s on great lease deals through a dealer’s management. Even then, it became too annoying to keep getting. Maybe going to electric in the future will provide more rigidity with the heavy battery and lower center of gravity. By the way, I can’t wait until the day Brady has to pay the devil.

i noticed he seem to be very pro-Hyundai...

Every person who buys a Genesis could have instead chosen a lightly used Mercedes, or a smaller new model. Genesis is clearly appealing to some buyers who aren't overly preoccupied with brands, just as Lexus once did. I know I'd give them a hard look if I were in the market for a car (unlikely as my health precludes driving).

@@markmiller3279 Very true. I myself considered a Genesis G70 earlier this year but I ended up getting a Charger RT because I’m not sure how much longer I’ll be able to have a V8 rwd muscle sedan. After having driven BMWs for years, I have yet to pull up to a Mercedes I could afford and regret my decision.

Always lease a Mercedes.

Should have leased

Lease is only good for people who hardly ever drive, otherwise, lease is the worst financial buy anyone can ever make....the dealers love leasing.

my 2012 E-Class has factory Hyundia parts in it. So Genesis can't be bad.

As a chauffeur, I agree - I think it has a bit more rear leg and toe room. It also has a very good trunk (large, with a flat base and straight sides) but I'm not sure how it compares to the E-Class. The A6 also has tri-zone climate as standard - the base model is very good value indeed for chauffeurs, at least here in Sydney. Btw, I rarely hear Alex mention Audi, and I'm curious as to the reason.

I like the A6 styling as well. But it is based on a fwd platform and very nose heavy. And I just can't get over those cheap looking black plastic screens all over the dash.

@@johnholst fair enough - I drive sedately, and any nose-heaviness won't matter. For my work, the basics are what matters - superficial things like the dash appearance have zero weight.

@@gregsullivan7408 I also am no race car driver and the diminished dynamics don't bother me so much either. But "superficial" things?? You're shopping in the wrong class my man! Style, quality, performance and prestige are the reasons people pay for vehicles in this class.

@@johnholst each to their own - for my work as a chauffeur, the appearance of the dash matters *NOUGHT*. Rear headroom OTOH? Very important.

Genesis is crap

@@azerogliev6520 Nope

@@azerogliev6520 Rubbish. They're making very nice cars and they're at least as reliable as the German alternatives.

Totally agree, and additionally, the ES has more rear leg and toe room IMHO. (the E-class has a better trunk though). As a chauffeur, I place high importance on space. 😉

ES is fwd only right? Verboten!

Dude a Lexus ES front wheel drive vs a RWD German vehicle? 😆😆🤣🤣😂😂. It’s not even close to competitive. The RWD options are better no two ways about it The Es is a complete joke since it’s literally a Camry that’s more expensive. If you place high importance on space go buy a Honda Accord lol

⁠@@competitiveautomotive5457 They are different cars, but judging whether the e class is really better is a huge question. The Lexus has more room inside everywhere PERIOD!!! The Trunk space in the Lexus is much bigger PERIOD.!!! The motor and transmissions, although not having the same power, are miles better in quality, dependability, and reliability (No question about it). The Lexus is damn near bulletproof. Now the Mercedes sells technology (which has a reputation to fail and need fixing) Mercedes marketing wows with lighting, engine power options, constant reminding of the heritage of years past and a life style. Mercedes fails at delivering the Best or Nothing, they charge for their name but their service department often lags behind that of Lexus. So yes the two vehicles are different cars that price in at 55,000 up and down, but only one can get you to 300,000 miles without emptying your bank account, and that would be Lexus

True, because in this case the four isn't even more fuel efficient. Not much reason to get one when such a fine powertrain is offered.

Seriously? 🤦‍♂️ if you have to ask you can’t afford it

​@@competitiveautomotive5457 Well, if you're cross shopping Mercedes with Audi, BMW, Lexus (maybe even a Genesis) you're probably not concerned about affordability. However, ownership experience is what you're paying a premium for and reliability and long-term maintenance costs are a big part of that.

@@good.do.8 if you want reliability why would you buy a luxury car? Why not get a Toyota or Honda and save tens of thousands of dollars? Ownership experience will be inexpensive and maintenance costs will be lower

​@@competitiveautomotive5457 You keep missing the point. Toyota and Honda are not Mercedes competitors. The question is amongst *competitors*.

Unfortunately Lexus no longer makes the GS. With a European an extended warranty would be a wise selection if you plan to keep it beyond the base warranty. The G80 from Genesis should be on your list. I have a GLE450 and looking to replace it this summer with a GV70 3.5TT

Yeah. But its pretty weak. Unlike the x5 hybrid here

With Tesla, you'd have to rake up the mles 100 miles at a time....good liuck in any 200+ miles round trip, especially with any additional weights/people. Tesla/EV's are great for people who have to make a 15-30 minutes pit stop every two hours.

@@WaywardAnalysis I have two Model 3s and have done many 250 mile trips without charging on the way. It’s not a big deal for me to stop for 20 minutes every 280 miles to charge. It takes 15 minutes to wait in the line at the Costco Gas Station anyways, and I charge at night to 80% so I have 250 miles of range every morning. It’s been so nice to not have to go to a gas station, and I’ve only had range anxiety once in 3 years.