The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E Class impresses with its exceptional power, gorgeous design and hybrid systems. But how does it compare to the 2022 BMW M3, a fast and agile vehicle with superb powertrains, optional all-wheel drive and advanced tech?
The BMW M3 has an attractive manual gearbox with a silky smooth 6 cylinder engine. It is incredibly versatile and can seamlessly transition from a track performing vehicle to one used to drive the kids to school. Passengers within the cabin will be treated to lots of carbon fiber with microsuede accents which give the vehicle a racier feel, and the digitized gauge cluster will enable drivers to switch to the M view whenever they want.
The Mercedes-Benz E Class can be purchased in multiple forms, including a coupe, wagon, sedan and cabriolet. Every variant looks fantastic, especially when you include all wheeled drive. Those that purchase the cabriolet or coupe version will have back seats that are perfect for a family of 4. There is thirty six inches for leg space with 13.1 cubic feet that has been reserved for cargo.
The Mercedes-Benz E Class is the recipient of the auto industry’s highest safety awards, which are the Top Safety Pick+ from the IIHS and a 5 star rating from the NHTSA. This is due to its broad assortment of protective countermeasures, which includes parking sensors, automated emergency brakes, blind area monitoring and multiple airbags. Under certain conditions the vehicle can also operate hands free, but only for a limited time. Luxuries within its cabin include 64 ambient lights, Burmester audio, voice command, multizone climate control, 12 inch displays and keyless start
The BMW M3 lacks the same safety accolades as the Mercedes-Benz, but has numerous driver assistance functions of its own, including automatic alerts for cross traffic in the rear, blind area monitoring, cruise control that is adaptive and lane management. Luxuries within its cabin include wifi, rotary knob, satellite radio from SiriusXM and a Harmon Kardon sound system. A pad for wireless charging has also been made available.
The BMW M3 is formidable. It is equipped with a 3 liter inline 6 engine that is dual turbo and capable of generating 473 horsepower with 406 pounds of torque. Its only transmission is a 6 speed manual. This enables it to accelerate from zero to sixty in 3.5 seconds. Those that purchase the Mercedes-Benz AMG® E 53 will get an engine that can generate 429 horsepower with 384 pounds of torque that can accelerate from zero to sixty in 4.1 seconds.
With regards to performance, the Mercedes-Benz E Class and BMW M3 are essentially tied. But the Mercedes-Benz has better safety credentials and this combined with the M3’s excessive drive mode options and incompatible horsepower and manual transmission make the Mercedes-Benz E Class the winner.
If you are interested in buying the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E Class, let Mercedes-Benz of Huntington deliver the best deal in town for you. We serve customers throughout the state and its surrounding regions. Drop by our showroom located in Huntington or call us to pre-book for a 2022 Mercedes-Benz E Class test drive appointment today!
