Average Reliability

2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

W213 (6th Generation) · 2.0L Turbo I4 (E300, 255hp) / 3.0L Biturbo I6 (E450, 362hp) / 4.0L Biturbo V8 (E63 AMG, 603hp) · $33,000 - $80,000

Known Issues — 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

MODERATE

9G-Tronic transmission shudder at light throttle

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Air suspension compressor wear on AIRMATIC-equipped examples

MODERATE

Mild vibration from driveshaft center bearing at highway speeds

MODERATE

E63 AMG valve cover oil leaks

MINOR

COMAND navigation GPS signal loss in tunnels — slow reacquisition

MODERATE

Sunroof water leak from clogged drain tubes

What to Inspect

  • Test highway cruise for driveshaft vibration at 60-80 mph
  • Probe 9G-Tronic for shudder at 30-50 mph light throttle
  • Check air suspension compressor cycling and ride height balance
  • Inspect E63 engine bay for valve cover oil seeps
  • Verify GPS navigation lock speed and accuracy
  • Scan for full chassis fault codes

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Service A (oil & filter)every 10,000 miles$280-$400
Service B (full inspection)every 20,000 miles$600-$850
Air spring replacement (each)as needed$800-$1,300
Driveshaft center bearingas needed$400-$700
Brake pads and rotors (front)every 30,000 miles$650-$1,000
Transmission fluid serviceevery 40,000 miles$400-$550

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