The 2027 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: What Are the Powertrains Offered?

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gives Canadian buyers a clear ladder of powertrains, from an efficient 4-cylinder to a 577-hp AMG plug-in hybrid. Every one of them is electrified, and every one of them sends power to all four wheels.

With all-wheel drive already covered, the choice comes down to how much performance, efficiency and electric driving you want. This guide walks through each 2027 E-Class powertrain, sedan and wagon, so you can match the engine to the way you drive.

2027 E-Class Powertrains at a Glance

E 350 4MATIC: The Efficient 4-Cylinder

The E 350 4MATIC Sedan uses a 2.0 L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with mild hybrid drive. It produces 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque and reaches 100 km/h from a stop in 6.2 seconds.

The mild hybrid system centres on a Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator that supports the engine and runs the ECO Start/Stop system, which shuts the engine off at stops and restarts it when it is time to move. Power flows through the 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission to standard 4MATIC all-wheel drive, with the 4-wheel Electronic Traction System helping manage grip on slippery surfaces.

For drivers who spend most of their time commuting, the E 350 delivers a refined, confident drive with plenty of passing power.

E 450 4MATIC: The Smooth 6-Cylinder

Step up to the E 450 4MATIC and you get a 3.0 L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine with mild hybrid drive. Output climbs to 375 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, and the sedan reaches 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.

The E 450 keeps the same 48-volt mild hybrid technology, Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator, 9G-TRONIC transmission and 4MATIC all-wheel drive as the E 350. The difference is in the character of the drive. The inline 6-cylinder engine pulls strongly through the rev range, which makes highway merging and long-distance driving feel effortless.

E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain: The 6-Cylinder Wagon

The E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain pairs that same 375-hp, 369-lb-ft 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine with a wagon body. It reaches 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and uses the 9G-TRONIC 9-speed transmission with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.

The All-Terrain adds self-levelling AIRMATIC suspension with the Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS), which keeps the body level when the cargo area is loaded. Behind the rear seats, the wagon offers 615 litres of cargo space, and it rides on 19-inch wheels with all-season runflat tires.

AMG E 53 HYBRID: The Plug-In Performance Choice

At the top of the range, the AMG E 53 HYBRID pairs an AMG-enhanced 3.0 L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine with a 120-kW electric motor. Mercedes-AMG calls the setup its P2 Performance Hybrid System. Total system output reaches 577 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.

The sedan reaches 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, and the wagon does it in 3.9 seconds. A 28.6-kWh battery powers the electric motor, which means you can plug in at home and use electric drive for shorter trips. The optional AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package adds a RACE START function that briefly raises output to 604 hp.

Power travels through the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed transmission to AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive. Active rear-axle steering and AMG RIDE CONTROL sport suspension come standard.

What Every 2027 E-Class Powertrain Shares

No matter which model you choose, a few things stay the same across the 2027 E-Class lineup:

• All-wheel drive on every model: 4MATIC on the E 350 and E 450, AMG Performance 4MATIC+ on the AMG E 53 HYBRID.
• Electrification on every model: 48-volt mild hybrid drive on the E 350 and E 450, plug-in hybrid drive on the AMG E 53 HYBRID.
• A 9-speed transmission across the range: 9G-TRONIC on the E 350 and E 450, AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed on the AMG model.
• Premium unleaded fuel: every 2027 E-Class engine is designed to run on premium gasoline.

Which 2027 E-Class Powertrain Is Right for You?

Choose the E 350 4MATIC Sedan if you want the efficiency of a 4-cylinder with all-wheel drive and a full suite of E-Class comfort and technology. It is the natural fit for daily commuters.

Choose the E 450 4MATIC Sedan if you want the smoothness and extra pull of a 6-cylinder engine, with 120 more horsepower than the E 350 and a quicker 4.5-second sprint to 100 km/h.

Choose the E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain if your weekends involve gear, sports equipment or a dog. You get the 6-cylinder engine, 615 litres of cargo space behind the rear seats and self-levelling AIRMATIC suspension.

Choose the AMG E 53 HYBRID in sedan or wagon form if performance comes first and you can charge at home. With 577 hp and electric driving for shorter trips, it gives you the widest range of driving experiences in the E-Class family.

Test Drive the 2027 E-Class at Mercedes-Benz Blainville

The best way to choose between a 4-cylinder, a 6-cylinder and a plug-in hybrid is to feel them on the road. Book your 2027 E-Class test drive at Mercedes-Benz Blainville in Mirabel and compare the powertrains back to back with a product specialist who can walk you through every detail.