The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Is MotorTrend's 2025 Car of the Year

With its perfect blend of luxury

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00:00Fourteen nameplates participated in Motor Trend's 2025 Car of the Year competition,

00:05where all new or significantly updated cars are eligible for the award.

00:10And, as always, the field was large.

00:13Everything from rear-drive luxury sports cars to family sedans, and even an electric minivan, were invited.

00:20The vehicle that stood out at the end of the competition?

00:23The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

00:26A car that's been meticulously crafted since the 1950s,

00:32today's E-Class has been perfected to deliver a smooth, efficient, and luxurious experience.

00:38Always ready when you need it. No more, and no less.

00:44A new nose and tail are evolutionary within the lineup,

00:47but despite moving away from a uniform look, the styling is still unmistakably Mercedes.

00:53With a simple yet elegant silhouette, it's not overly flashy,

00:56and its subtle design elements evoke classic models such as the Gullwing.

01:00The interior has a cohesive layout even though there are multiple digital displays,

01:04ones for the instrument cluster, infotainment, and passenger screen.

01:08The new E-Class is thoughtfully designed for user comfort and convenience,

01:12and includes features such as a hidden wireless phone slot and fold-away cupholders in the center console,

01:18a more spacious backseat due to scalloped front seat backs, and increased trunk space.

01:24The 2024 E-Class excels in its intended function as a luxury midsize sedan and wagon.

01:30Mercedes dropped the coupe and convertible E-Class models to focus entirely on perfecting these two body styles.

01:37Stretching the wheelbase for better stability and integrating upgraded air suspension,

01:42the E-Class is engineered for a ride that feels both serene and agile.

01:48The E450's powerful 3.0-liter turbo inline-six engine delivers robust acceleration,

01:54while the mild hybrid assist ensures smooth power delivery and responsiveness.

01:59The addition of optional four-wheel steering on the sedan improves maneuverability,

02:03making it nimble in tight spaces.

02:06In fact, it reduces the car's turning radius by three feet for effortless city and backroad driving.

02:13Real-world testing has shown the E450 can reach an impressive 30 miles per gallon at sustained speeds.

02:21It's not really in vogue to have a gas-guzzling luxury car anymore,

02:25so the E-Class is definitely adapting with the times.

02:29Safety features include standard automatic emergency braking and lane-keep assist.

02:34The latest driver assistance package provides adaptive cruise control and automatic lane change

02:39to cut down on driver fatigue on long journeys.

02:44Priced from $63,600 for the E350 and up to $77,250 for the E450 All-Terrain,

02:52the E-Class offers great value for the midsize luxury sedan segment.

02:56Its cohesiveness and quality place it a step above its rivals.

03:01From luxury to performance, it excels in every sense of the word.

03:06The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class doesn't try to impress with gimmicks.

03:11Instead, it shows its worth quietly and with every detail, every mile.

03:16And that's why, as we here at MotorTrend see it,

03:19the E-Class truly deserves the honor of being our 2025 Car of the Year.