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2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 Coupe

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2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class – front Unverified
Photo: Mercedes-Benz W212 FL E 300 4matic Avantgrade Obsidian Black Diplomatic (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the W212 (W212, 2010–2016); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Mercedes-Benz W212 FL E 300 4matic Avantgrade Obsidian Black Diplomatic (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mercedes-Benz W212 E 350 grey (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Mercedes-Benz W212 E350 BlueTEC Obsidian Black 01 by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Mercedes-Benz E 200 Avantgarde (W 212, Facelift) – Heckansicht, 24. Oktober 2015, Münster by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Mercedes-Benz W212 E 220 CDI Avantgarde 7-G-Tronic Obsidianschwarz Interieur by Thomas doerfer, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 Coupe is a 402-hp 4.7-liter twin-turbocharged V8 coupe with a 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $57,960 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 402 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 443 lb-ft of torque at 1600-4750 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The E-Class measures 185.0 inches long on a 108.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,773 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$57,960 ($80,845 *)
MSRP with Destination$58,865 ($82,108 *)
Destination Charge$905
Engine
Engine TypeTwin-turbocharged V8
Displacement4.7 L
Boost Pressure12.9 psi
Horsepower402 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque443 lb-ft @ 1600-4750 rpm
Redline6,300 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke93.0 x 86.1
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeTwin-turbocharged direct injection with piezo injectors
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic
1st Gear4.38 (40 mph **)
2nd Gear2.86 (62 mph **)
3rd Gear1.92 (92 mph **)
4th Gear1.37 (129 mph **)
5th Gear1 (177 mph **)
6th Gear0.82 (216 mph **)
7th Gear0.73 (242 mph **)
Reverse3.42
Final Drive2.65
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Suspension
Front Suspension3-link independent strut-type, stabilizer bar; AGILITY CONTROL with stroke-dependent damping
Rear Suspension5-link independent, stabilizer bar; AGILITY CONTROL with stroke-dependent damping
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Rear Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake Disc14.2 in. diameter, 1.4 in. thickness
Rear Brake Disc11.8 in. diameter, 0.9 in. thickness
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.0J × 18 in.
Wheels Rear8.5J × 18 in.
Tires Front235/40 R18
Tires Rear255/35 R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length185 in
Width70.3 in
Height54.8 in
Wheelbase108.7 in
Front Track60.5 in
Rear Track60.8 in
Ground Clearance3 in
Cargo Volume13.3 ft³
Curb Weight3,773 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36.8 in
Headroom Rear35.5 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear32.6 in
Shoulder Room Front54.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear48.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2 DR RWD).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS.

188 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS

Owner Complaints

188 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-CLASS (16 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags56
Service Brakes36
Structure22
Engine17
Suspension16
Unknown Or Other16
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 16, 2026 · Service Brakes
“The rear brake line corroded and developed an actual brake-fluid leak. The failure triggered a brake-system warning and created a risk of reduced braking capability or loss of braking if the leak…”
Oct 8, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal became inoperable. The contact stated that the steel brake lines were rusted…”
Oct 6, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“I experienced rapid, severe tire wear due to a severely corroded rear subframe. Because the structural damage posed an immediate safety hazard, I had the subframe replaced at an independent shop using…”
Apr 8, 2026 · Engine
“Last April, during our routine oil change our mechanic pointed out that our Cam sensors were wicking oil into the harness and making its way to the ECM. This is the first we had ever heard of this…”
Feb 17, 2026 · Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes Crash 2 injuries
“1: The accelerator was sticking and i could not get the car to stop even when i was pressing on the brakes . Unfortunately, due to this scary event i hit the car in front of me injuring the the…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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