2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Starting MSRP: $62,450
When it comes to pure luxury, especially if you ignore price tags, Mercedes-Benz often leads the pack. The E-Class is a refined sedan that offers a brilliant blend of comfort and prestige. The brand also pushes the E-Class to the cutting edge, with plenty of technology to satisfy the most forward-thinking drivers. The new base rear-wheel E350 model also makes it more accessible than before.
Performance Specifications
| Engine | 2.0-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Four |
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Horsepower | 255 HP |
| Torque | 295 LB-FT |
| Driveline | RWD or AWD |
| 0-60 MPH | 5.8 Seconds |
| Top Speed | 130 MPH |
There are currently two different versions of the E-Class, the E350 and the E450. The 350 features a turbocharged four-cylinder, while the 450 opts instead for a turbocharged inline-six that makes 375 horsepower. Both make use of a hybrid system to get to their respective outputs. While it’s certainly quick off the line, the E-Class is tuned more for comfort than anything else.
Pros
- Sophisticated interior
- Absolutely packed with technology
- Smooth powertrain options
Cons
- Cargo capacity is down compared to rivals
- More expensive than most mid-size sedans
- Too much reliance on frustrating touch controls
2025 Audi A7
Starting MSRP: $72,000
Audi has made the A7 into a bit of a unique offering in its segment. It features a cool and sporty silhouette, with a sleek, sloping roofline and a hatch at the rear. This makes it more practical than many of its rivals. However, practicality isn’t the name of the game here, it is opulence. While not quite as modern as some of its direct rivals, it is sporty and exciting. A new A7 may also be right on the horizon.
Performance Specifications
| Engine | 3.0-Liter Turbocharged V-Six |
| Transmission | 7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual |
| Horsepower | 335 HP |
| Torque | 369 LB-FT |
| Driveline | AWD |
| 0-60 MPH | 4.7 Seconds |
| Top Speed | 130 MPH |
