Compare the2023 Chrysler 300VS 2022 Mercedes E-Class Sedan

Both the 300 and the E-Class Sedan have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available all wheel drive, crash mitigating brakes, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rear parking sensors and rear cross-path warning.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Chrysler 300 is safer than the Mercedes E-Class Sedan:

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Chrysler 300 is safer than the Mercedes E-Class Sedan:

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Chrysler’s powertrain warranty covers the 300 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Mercedes covers the E-Class Sedan. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the E-Class Sedan ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

There are over 6 times as many Chrysler dealers as there are Mercedes dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the 300’s warranty.

A reliable vehicle saves its owner time, money and trouble. Nobody wants to be stranded or have to be without a vehicle while it’s being repaired. Consumer Reports rates the 300’s reliability 58 points higher than the E-Class Sedan.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ January 2021 Auto Issue reports that Chrysler vehicles are more reliable than Mercedes vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Chrysler 1 place higher in reliability than Mercedes.

The 300 has more powerful engines than the E-Class Sedan:

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the 300 V8’s fuel efficiency. The E-Class Sedan doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The 300 has 1.1 gallons more fuel capacity than the E-Class Sedan 350’s standard fuel tank (18.5 vs. 17.4 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The 300 has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The E-Class Sedan doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

The 300 stops much shorter than the E-Class Sedan:

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 300 offers optional 20-inch wheels. The E-Class Sedan’s largest wheels are only 19-inches.

The 300 offers an optional space-saver spare tire so you can replace a flat tire and drive to have the flat repaired or replaced. A spare tire isn’t available on the E-Class Sedan; it requires you to depend on its run-flat tires, which limits mileage and speed before they are repaired. If a run-flat is damaged beyond repair by a road hazard your vehicle will have to be towed.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the 300’s wheelbase is 4.3 inches longer than on the E-Class Sedan (120 inches vs. 115.7 inches).

The 300’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (52% to 48%) than the E-Class Sedan’s (54.2% to 45.8%). This gives the 300 more stable handling and braking.

The 300S handles at .85 G’s, while the E 450 4MATIC Sedan pulls only .83 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

As tested by Car and Driver while at idle, the interior of the 300S is quieter than the E 450 4MATIC Sedan (39 vs. 40 dB).

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the 300 a Large car, while the E-Class Sedan is rated a Mid-size.

The 300 has 8.3 cubic feet more passenger volume than the E-Class Sedan (106.3 vs. 98).

The 300 has 1.3 inches more front headroom, .1 inches more front legroom, 1.7 inches more front shoulder room, .3 inches more rear headroom, 3.9 inches more rear legroom and .6 inches more rear shoulder room than the E-Class Sedan.

The 300 has a much larger trunk than the E-Class Sedan (16.3 vs. 13.1 cubic feet).

Standard Trailer Sway Mitigation on the 300 uses the Electronic Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The E-Class Sedan doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

Insurance will cost less for the 300 owner. The Complete Car Cost Guide estimates that insurance for the 300 will cost $2200 to $5915 less than the E-Class Sedan over a five-year period.

The 300 will cost the buyer less in the long run because of its superior resale value. The IntelliChoice estimates that the 300 will retain 45.05% to 46.14% of its original price after five years, while the E-Class Sedan only retains 40.76% to 42.76%.

According to The Car Book by Jack Gillis, the 300 is less expensive to operate than the E-Class Sedan because it costs $391 less to do the manufacturer’s suggested maintenance for 50,000 miles. Typical repairs cost much less on the 300 than the E-Class Sedan, including $415 less for a water pump, $634 less for a starter, $300 less for fuel injection, $65 less for a fuel pump and $404 less for a timing belt/chain.

IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the Chrysler 300 will be $18935 to $24378 less than for the Mercedes E-Class Sedan.

Consumer Reports® recommends the Chrysler 300, based on reliability, safety and performance. The Mercedes E-Class Sedan isn't recommended.