Mercedes-Benz E Class: Award winning formula

For over 75 years, the E-Class has been the benchmark for mid-range luxury saloons. In 2023, Mercedes-Benz ushered in a new era for the business saloon with the latest E-Class, setting the stage for the future of luxury and technology. This new model seamlessly blends tradition and modernity: it continues the rich legacy of the classic E-Class while introducing a fresh design that aligns with the avant-garde spirit of Mercedes-Benz's cutting-edge offerings.

The latest E-Class has already garnered numerous prestigious awards both globally and locally here in South Africa. In this article, we explore what some of the automotive industry's leading publications have said about the new E-Class and the reasons behind its widespread recognition.
 

“Our 2025 Car of the Year is far from the sexiest choice. It isn’t a sleek, high-powered electric German sport sedan, nor is it the long-anticipated rebirth of a ’60s cult classic. Instead, it’s a car that has been molded and refined since the 1950s with a clear purpose to make it just plain better. Smoother. Quicker. More efficient. More comfortable. Better at anticipating driver needs. And more luxurious—not in a trashy, in-your-face way, but quietly. Confidently. It's a dependable constant, always what you need when you need it, nothing more, nothing less. For those reasons and more, this year’s Golden Calipers go to what might just be the best midsize luxury car of the 21st century: the 10th-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class.” – MotorTrend
(https://www.motortrend.com/news/mercedes-benz-e-class-2025-car-of-the-year/)
 

“The highly anticipated TopGear South Africa Magazine Awards 2024, in partnership with WesBank, took place last night at The Galleria in Sandton, marking an unforgettable evening in the South African automotive industry. The event, filled with anticipation and excitement, was a true celebration of excellence, recognising the finest cars, brands, and individuals that have shaped the local automotive landscape in 2024.” WesBank. Mercedes-Benz emerged as the big winner of the evening, securing three prestigious awards. The Mercedes-Benz GLA200d took home the ECO-WARRIOR OF THE YEAR title, the Mercedes-AMG 2.0-litre turbo-hybrid engine was recognized with the TECH INNOVATION OF THE YEAR award, and the new E-Class was named EXECUTIVE SALOON OF THE YEAR, with the Mercedes-Benz E220d clinching the top spot.
(https://www.wesbank.co.za/blog/post/topgear-south-africa-magazine-awards-2024-powered-by-wesbank-a-night-of-celebration-innovation-and-excellence-in-the-automotive-industry)
 

Late last year, 29 models were revealed as semi-finalists for the prestigious 2025 Car of the Year (COTY) competition, sponsored by Old Mutual Insure. This marks the 39th edition of the annual event, organized by the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ), a non-profit group of automotive media experts. The latest Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been selected as a finalist, meaning it will compete head-to-head with other contenders. In early March, the competition moves into its testing phase at Zwartkops Raceway in Tshwane, where the jury will evaluate the vehicles in person. The South African COTY competition is one of the few in the world that still includes physical testing of all finalists.
(https://sagmj.co.za/2025/01/27/its-the-final-countdown-to-the-2025-car-of-the-year-here-are-your-finalists-for-the-2025-coty/)
 

Setting a new standard for safety: The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has earned the title of “Best Performer” in 2024 from Euro NCAP, marking it as the safest car tested last year. To determine the ‘Best in Class,’ Euro NCAP experts assess a weighted average across four key areas of active and passive safety: Adult Occupant Protection, Child Occupant Protection, Vulnerable Road User Protection, and Safety Assist Technologies. The E-Class delivered exceptional results in all these categories.
(https://media.mercedes-benz.com/article/5fd77f2e-b60d-4b20-ab78-356badd9b606)

“The E-Class remains the comfortable and refined option within its segment. The brand's emphasis on driver comfort, vitality and relaxation is clear to see.” Sean Nurse, AutoTrader.co.za

” Driving the E-Class is an incredibly comfortable experience. The ride is exceptional, as the suspension easily absorbs each bump. It also provides good composure at speed and excellent handling characteristics.” Jordan Schmidt, TopGear South Africa

“The new E-Class is an elegant and satisfying nod to its long line of predecessors, while also managing to dazzle onlookers with its modern and captivating technology.” Jason Woosey, IOL News

The latest E Class has once agin proven that it has the winning formula. Local and international media are waxing lyrical about this new segment leader. All that is left is for you to book a test drive or browse available stock.