Compare 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $58,400 | $47,400 | $57,400 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $54,312 | $43,668 | $52,415 |
| Destination | $775 | $720 | $695 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | Driver Side | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | N/A |
| Clock | Analog | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/genuine Wood | Leather | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Mini | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Keyfob | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Head-up Display | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | Bench | 60-40 Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | With Pass-thru And Skibag | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - W/tilt | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Speakers | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Amplifier | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Equalizer | N/A | N/A | Graphic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Tube 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Tele Aid | N/A | BMW Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Parktronic | Parktronic | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Integrated Roof | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Metallic Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | N/A |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Liftgate | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | Fixed Glass With Sunshade | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | N/A |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Roof Rails | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Front Tires | P245/45HR17.0 BSW Performance AS | P235/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/50VR17.0 BSW AS |
| Tires - Rear | 265/35ZR10 | N/A | 275/35ZR10 |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Full-size Aluminum | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Rear Window Wipers | N/A | Fixed Interval | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 5.0L V-8 | 4.2L V-8 | 4.8L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | Sensotronic 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Quattro All Wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Servotronic | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Sport | Regular |
| Ride Control | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Adaptive Suspension | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Suspension | Automatic W/driver Control | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Level Control | 4-corner | N/A | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Air | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Air | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | TouchShift | Tiptronic | STEPTRONIC |
| Transmission | 7-spd W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 2.65 | 3.89 | 2.93 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 190.3 " | 180.6 " | 191.1 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 71.3 " | 70.1 " | 72.7 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.0 " | 55.7 " | 57.8 " |
| Engine | 5.0L V-8 | 4.2L V-8 | 4.8L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 302 @ 5,600 Rpm | 340 @ 7,000 Rpm | 360 @ 6,300 Rpm |
| Torque | 339 @ 2,700 Rpm | 302 @ 3,500 Rpm | 360 @ 3,400 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 15 Mpg | 16 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 23 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.0 Seconds | 5.4 Seconds | 5.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 14.7 Seconds | 13.9 Seconds | 13.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 93 Mph | 99 Mph | 102 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 61 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.82/3.31 " | 3.33/3.65 " | 3.66/3.48 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 Lbs. | 3,979 Lbs. | 3,803 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 5,004 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | N/A | 1,102 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 " | 104.3 " | 113.7 " |
| Front Track | 61.4 " | 59.9 " | 61.3 " |
| Rear Track | 61.1 " | 59.9 " | 62.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.7 '' | 18.8 '' | 18.7 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .27 | .31 | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 41.9 " | 41.3 " | 41.5 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 " | 34.3 " | 36.0 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.4 " | 38.4 " | 37.7 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.7 " | 37.2 " | 37.9 " |
| Front Hip Room | 52.4 " | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | 53.8 " | N/A | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.4 " | 55.1 " | 57.3 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.1 " | 53.4 " | 57.2 " |
| Luggage Volume | 15.9 Cu.ft. | 27.8 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 15.9 Cu.ft. | 59.0 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 97 Cu.ft. | 91 Cu.ft. | 99 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 20.6 Gal. | 16.6 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Chest | good | N/A | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | N/A | N/A |
| Restraints | acceptable | N/A | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | good | N/A | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | N/A | N/A |
| Head/Neck | good | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Front | good | N/A | N/A |
