2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2023 Nissan Maxima Review

Picture of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2023 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $56,750 to $65,550
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Picture of the 2023 Nissan Maxima

2023 Nissan
Maxima

MSRP*: $38,340 to $44,450
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MPG - City 21 - 23 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 300-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 - 362 hp 300 hp
Exterior Length 194.3 in 192.8 in
Exterior Width 72.9 - 73.7 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.8 in
Front 45.0 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 37.9 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 38.9 - 39.4 in
Rear 35.8 - 36.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class than the Nissan Maxima. The Nissan Maxima will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class as you will with the Nissan Maxima, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Mercedes-Benz E-Class will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Maxima, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is about the same width as the Nissan Maxima. When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Maxima.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has less horsepower than the Nissan Maxima, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Nissan Maxima.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Nissan Maxima.