Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2009-2015) for sale nearPortsmouth

Summary

• With 371 currently listed for sale and an average price of £7,561, 33.4% of Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2009-2015) listings on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2009-2015) 4.7 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 4 / 5.

• Overall CarGurus rating: 4.4 out of 5

Why it stands out

The fourth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class, known as the W212, is a saloon, estate, coupe and cabriolet with petrol, diesel and hybrid engines, and it was built to be supremely refined, spacious, comfortable, easy to drive, well equipped and solidly made. The estate has 695 litres of boot space, while the saloon’s boot measures 540 litres, and the coupe and cabriolet are less generous. The lead diesel choice is the E250 CDI estate, which is said to return around 55mpg and offers decent performance.

It is not the sharpest executive car to drive, and it is less exciting than a BMW 5 Series. Higher-mileage cars can feel more tired, especially in ride quality, and the cabriolet brings more wind and road noise. Running costs can also be high, particularly if you choose a more powerful version or one with complicated options such as air suspension.

Best for: Buyers who want a comfortable, spacious and well-equipped executive car that is easy to live with.

Not ideal for: Drivers who prioritise sharp handling or want the cheapest possible car to maintain.

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

• Pros: A great all-rounder that does most things well, The estate is fantastically practical, Most versions are comfortable and refined
• Cons: The entry-level diesels are weak, A BMW 5 Series is more exciting to drive, Repairs can be very costly

Comparison vs key rivals

• BMW 5 Series (2010-2016)
  • CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
  • User rating: 4.4 out of 5
  • Total listings: 295
  • Average price: £8,107
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.6%
  • Overall CarGurus rating: 4.3 out of 5
• Audi A6 Saloon (2011-2018)
  • User rating: 5 out of 5
  • Total listings: 10
  • Average price: £9,263
  • Good/great deal percentage: 40%
• Jaguar XF mk1 (2007-2015)
  • CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
  • User rating: 4.4 out of 5
  • Total listings: 316
  • Average price: £5,747
  • Good/great deal percentage: 38.6%
  • Overall CarGurus rating: 4.3 out of 5

The verdict

You should buy this car if: You want a refined, spacious executive car that puts comfort and practicality first.

Consider alternatives if: You want sharper handling or lower running costs from a simpler car.

Competitive position: The fourth-generation W212 E-Class sits near the top of the executive-car class for comfort, refinement and space. It is less engaging than a BMW 5 Series, but it has more of a prestige feel than many rivals and a broader spread of body styles and engines. Against BMW, Audi and Jaguar, it is the choice for buyers who value easy long-distance travel over the most entertaining drive.

Read our full Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2009-2015) review

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from 10 November 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.