2025 Mercedes Benz E450 All Terrain Review | The Über Outback

[@Bobstone2131]

Long live the wagon! Great car.

[@Sie84yv]

If the Mercedes still had the rear facing 3rd row (as my dad's 78 Impala did), it would be hands down the best wagon ever!

[@rightlanehog3151]

Your dad's 78 Impala could hold a full sheet of plywood with the tailgate closed. I doubt the Mercedes can.

[@thedetroiters]

Thank you for calling them head restraints - and not head rests.... You're very wise!

[@stefankliment]

Afaik the passenger can watch content while the vehicle is in motion. There’s no prism but a camera checks if the driver is glancing at the passenger’s screen and dims it. In your case the car detects that the passenger seat is empty, hence it deactivates. Might differ from country to country though.

[@gaivoron]

Those are some of the most beautiful modern seats I seen ever!

[@ShadowRaptor8]

Living in SoCal, I see my fair share of EQSs and EQEs. What's interesting is I've literally never seen one on the road with the Hyperscreen option. I personally don't like it either and, anecdotally, seems like most MB customers also aren't fans.

[@blazinmark1]

I cross shopped a 2024 X5 50e (M-Sport Professional) with this All terrain. I didn’t appreciate the floaty ride of the Benz. My X5 PHEV offers air suspension with 22” wheels, combined with the lovely B58 Inline 6 motor it’s a masterpiece. I really wanted a wagon, but I couldn’t deny that the X5 is a better vehicle overall. (Especially since the price difference was $4k.) Also, I’ve had the X5 for a year now, I can say that getting on average 75 mpge is a no brainer for me.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, The eye-watering prices and breathtaking depreciation of these European luxury wagons make the Crown Signia look like an absolute steal. Mind you, some might say the Mercedes 40/20/40 rear seat 12:00 is worth $45,000 in 'IKEA furniture' on its own. 😉

[@6ec6YRFPTcC]

If you can't afford a Mercedes, the Toyota is a good choice

[@tednugent1100]

no one buying a car this expensive gives a shit about depreciation lmao

[@OBrandt-i5c]

The Crown Signia is a great economical, front-wheel-drive based platform (with all-wheel-drive added in). Anything C-class and above (the point where a "true" Mercedes begins), within the Mercedes range, are Rear-wheel-drive platforms (with the 4-Matic versions having all-wheel-drive added in). 2 different beasts. Within the Toyota fold, a Camry-based Lexus ES300 (front-wheel-drive based platform) is not the same as the Lexus LS500 (rear-wheel-drive based platform), and the prices reflect that market positioning. Size-wise, they may not be far off, however.

[@alanmay7929]

@@6ec6YRFPTcC Lol!!!! How many people are going to buy that Mercedes unfortunately very few

[@onesteeltank]

​@@tednugent1100yeah some people can't grasp the concept of leasing, apparently

[@bruintoo]

I just got the Volvo V60 Polestar Engineered for $13.5K less MSRP. It is awesome. I can do all of my city driving in pure EV and long trips on hybrid. It's quite sporty with the Ohlins dampers, too.

[@stefankliment]

Here in Austria, you can also get 3 Outbacks for the price of the E450 All-Terrain. 😂 At much higher base prices though. Still it’s a beautiful ride, especially the E450 d.

[@kencoleman8929]

The screens and shiny black in the Mercedes are deal breakers for me. I much prefer the classic and timeless, yet modern and fresh, design of the Volvos. 🇸🇪🐾 ✨️ ✨️ ✨️

[@humboldthammer]

Thanks. I have a '96 Mercury Sable Wagon . . . and the transmission just failed. Guess now I can justify getting a new wagon. I lean toward the Volvo -- even the V60 XC -- mostly because it's hard for me to spend as much for a car as I used to for a house. Remember when coffee was a nickel? Me, neither, but I remember phone booths and "Buddy, can you spare a dime?"

[@AliasHSW]

I remember when two gallons of gas for the price of a can of soda today

[@ldotmurray]

I really like the seats. They remind me of the ones from the 70s and 80s.

[@bobbbobb4663]

I haven’t sat in the newer seats but those old seats were horsehair over a spring bottom. No foam there and quite comfortable but much firmer than the plush seats from the American cars in the day.

[@markmiller3279]

​@@bobbbobb4663And those old seats did not age well. The top padding would get flat and you'd be sitting on springs after a few years. I had a friend who had a succession of aged Merc diesels and I hated riding in them (plus he drove like he was 90).

[@ItsAlive111]

Finally what America wanted! An Outback for the rich with Tesla door handles! Please tell us more about that old white keep in the background!!!! 3:55

[@bmcc1975]

I have had this 2025 E450 for about 2 months and 1400 miles. I upgraded from a 2014 volvo xc70. I like the mercedes. Great review of the car here in this video. All in all I like the car. The doors are really my only complaint in terms of easy of opening. I believe the handles and doors are the same on the S class but on the S class the ease of opening upon entry is way better. A mechanic I know told me that they did not put the same mechanism that exists on the S class that assist with the door opening. It is fine but worth noting. The drive is fantastic. The car is very comfortable. The technology is "fine", coming off my 2014 (without a backup camera) in many ways I wish cars would veer more retro as opposed to how many inches of screens can we put in front of you the driver and see if you can still pay attention to the purpose of the machine, DRIVING!

[@jaytaylor629]

Why why WHY are passenger screens a thing? It's so unnecessary and redundant. Why is luxury in today's day and age seen as how many screens you have in a vehicle rather than comfort and quality?

[@kencoleman8929]

Current XC90 Inscription owner, it's perfect for me and our 2 Giant Schnauzers! When it’s time, I'll take a hard look at a V90CC or another XC90. Can't wait to see Mulberry.

[@fleuger99]

I test drove the E450 AT and the Audi A6 AR, while loving the MB, decided to go a little lower on price and profile so bought an Audi AR Prestige. As time went on I disliked it more and more and after 4 months I sold it, thankfully only lost $5K due to an awesome offer from Carvana. I'm going to wait until next model year and get the MB AT. The Audi handling was way too soft, even in Dynamic mode which is the firmest. When stepping on it, the whole wagon rocked back and forth which really irritated me. Same with braking, whole vehicle ended up leaning forward. Never felt a car do that before. The engine was nice and powerful but I really hated the ride. Having come from a 2020 MB E450 wagon, one before the AT, I missed that nice firmer ride. I'll need to do some more longer test drives in the MB to ensure it doesn't handle like the Audi AR. I love wagons and will continue to drive one until they are all gone, hopefully never. Great review BTW Alex. Keep them coming.

[@05Forenza]

I debated all of these. I bought a V60 Cross Country. Is it incredibly techy? No. But it's supremely comfy, absolutely excellent Bowers & Wilkins audio, and looks great. After 13 months of owning it, I actually love it more now than when I bought it. It also has a bit more of that vertical hatch space compared to a V90.

[@deetrascott6944]

GREAT JOB excellent review and comparisons SPLURGE ALL THE WAY 450 AND BEYOOOOOOOOOND

[@Ojisan642]

I’m disappointed that with the removal of the 3rd row jump seats (which was a good move), they still don’t give you a spare tire. My A6 Allroad at least has an inflatable spare. My biggest 2 gripes about my A6 Allroad: the seats don’t have any thigh support, and there is a miserly amount of driver-accessible storage. Center console storage is nil, glove box is small, and the phone charger is under the armrest so it’s very awkward to access it.

[@matthewadams4207]

Amber Ternsignells is my new drag name

[@maz367]

We are absolutely getting the AMG in the States. no writing campaign needed.

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Beautiful. The rear seat legroom is fine unless the front passenger is the jerk of jerks.

[@joec1774]

Kinda love the controversial droop to the pax side vent :P That said, agree with Alex re: seat controls and in general, the controls seem a bit annoying.

[@seumasmackinlay]

Wagons are where it's at... 🚙

[@bikingmoments]

I still think a6 all road looks more elegant; find e wagon models always feel strange at rear end

[@naveenthemachine]

What about the 5 series wagon?

[@markmiller3279]

Yeah, the Mercedes wagons have looked droopy in back for years. I prefer the more ordinary looks of the competitors.

[@winexprt]

Wonderful review as usual Alex. Your review of the 2018 Mazda 6 helped my in my decision to purchase that car.

[@naveenthemachine]

I look forward to the 5 series wagon

[@jroeger]

To me that’s one homely steering wheel and the piano black needs to go. Agree on the cladding, it should be body color.

[@bestpilot98]

Great video as always, Alex. I hate that M-B doesn't offer the "luxury exterior styling" package on North American E-Class sedans and Wagons anymore.

[@karacha]

This looks very nice, but personally.... I am a Volvo guy when it comes to wagons. More minimal, less piano black, less focus on screens... it's a matter of taste though.

[@VinnyS6062]

There’s a door trim misalignment @3:26. The driver side door sits low to the passenger door. It isn’t acceptable from Mercedes.

[@Ma89644]

Rich people wearing Patagonia thinking they are outdoorsy 😂 This line should be in every REI store

[@Vizenz121_OR]

The Mercedes-Benz and the Volvo imo are the best ones overall even though they aren't 1000% perfect. Easiest to live with in terms of reliability, maintenance etc. There's good information available for them if you don't want to go to a dealership etc. and the parts aren't outrageously priced. For me, it's those 2 every time.

[@markmiller3279]

The reliability on both has been awful, and Mercedes parts have never been cheap. BMW would be a better bet, but maybe not in M5 form. I wish they'd bring the regular 5-Series wagon.

[@Vizenz121_OR]

@@markmiller3279 Mercedes-Benz has made a few missteps along with Volvo but the wagons are fantastic. And the SL too, what a fabulous car that is. That's in a class of its own. My experience with both Volvo and MB has been nothing short of fabulous. They are wonderful and have saved me so much time and money and they are wonderful cars to drive. What parts are you referring to being expensive? My old SL55 has never been very expensive except for the fuel and insurance?

[@JakeRoot]

While I'm not Canadian, I noticed that this is not available in Canada (leaving no wagons in MB-Canada's lineup). This video is good evidence that this is a great car, so I'm surprised to see it bow-out of that market. Worries me a bit given that only a few years ago, they also had the C-class wagon. Clearly wagons are not dying since we've only seen more come to market in North America the last few years, but this one leaving Canada really perplexes me.

[@carmas54]

Europe has 3 powertrain available, the diesel only and the diesel hybrid, I love to see those come here. But the USA has real issue with diesel autos especially after the VW diesel issue scandal

[@JakeRoot]

@@carmas54 - I actually live in Japan, and the all-terrain is diesel-only here as well (E220d), same as new the 5-series Touring. Mercedes made great diesel engines but they don’t seem interested in federalizing them anymore in North America. Shame, I agree they’d be great, though I’m sure the gasoline engines are sufficient enough.

[@deputydd4364]

They stopped selling the All Terrains in the UK a few years ago. Really annoying as I loved my brothers All Terrain E class. Perfect all rounder.

[@dannorman6663]

The M-B E450 is my choice

[@bourbontraveler]

Are you driving in sport plus? On the highway with my 2023 I get over 30mpg in eco

[@brucefromaz7708]

In driving my All Terrain back from Ft. Worth TX where I purchased my 2022. I averaged 29 mpg on eco.

[@brucefromaz7708]

I own a 2022 MB AT and I use the sport plus on highways, and the acceleration is fantastic along with a deeper and louder exhaust note. I do not think the 24 or 25's have sport plus.

[@carmas54]

Of all your video of the E450 wagon is the second 2025 review in all of YT. I looked at all of these including regular SUV like the GLE from every manufacturer, I think I spent 45-60 evaluating them and I agree the MB wagon is what I ordered as they are putting it on a ship today. Good review

[@HeyyImMatt]

The passenger screen in cars is already such a huge gimmick, but making it so the passenger can’t watch videos while moving is even worse. They could’ve just added the prism to the screen so the driver couldn’t see it. I just don’t see any need for it if most things are locked out while driving.

[@Lukewilla]

What is it with German marques and mood lighting? When did a booth from the Spearmint Rhino in the’90s equate classy? Uhhh… not that I would, ummm, know.

[@stefankliment]

I agree. Trying to cater to Asian markets I suppose.

[@faheemabbas3965]

I’m surprised European car manufacturers still sell wagons in America.

[@alanmay7929]

Yeah specially very expensive ones! Why can't they try and do like Subaru but slightly more expensive of course!

[@markmiller3279]

They have high profit margins, so don't have to sell that many to be worth it. It's not as if they spend much advertising them. There are still some older luxury buyers who prefer wagon styling.

[@Hi-how-are-you-today.]

Why did they get rid of the 3rd row?

[@robertyoung1777]

My guess is that it is not safe to sit so close to the rear of the car should you be rear-ended.

[@Hi-how-are-you-today.]

@ yeah so what, looks like you’ve never had the experience as a kid

[@korvics]

A6 Allroad owner. I am jealous of the drivetrain in this Mercedes but I wouldn't give up my Allroad due to spare tire, body colored cladding and a friendlier pricetag. I also just prefer the colder Bauhaus design. It's a close call.

[@rblbatb]

$75k base ($90k with options) is crazy.

[@BillLaBrie]

It will definitely get one across the polo fields, chaaaa….

[@albellenchia7273]

I’ve owned 3 E class wagons. All were “reasonable” values. This is not. They’ve lost their minds with their pricing and the electronics.

[@SB-ed4gz]

I wish Subaru Outback stuck to this kind of station wagon recipe and instead of slapping plastic bits all around, make it more car like and make hybrid option. Too much to ask? Yeah probably but that’s what I really wanted

[@rightlanehog3151]

Have you seen the 'spy photos' of the new Outback? It is no longer a wagon.

[@RCRitterFPV]

I want the Volvo, but the engine... I love an i6... unfortunately the m5 touring is out of my range... if BMW made a 550e Dakar Touring for like 70k... but they aren't... I just don't vibe with Audi... they seem too complex for no reason.... nose heavy... Is this really the best offroad wagon?

[@ALMX5DP]

Where’s the E63 AMG All Terrain?

[@naveenthemachine]

Wasn’t that discontinued? I’m guessing due to emissions.

[@ALMX5DP]

@ I don’t think an AMG All Terrain ever existed in production guise.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@ALMX5DP ah I got confused with the e63 S wagon.

[@carmas54]

It’s in Europe I believe there are vids on YT on it

[@Tinrs80]

Wagon♥️

[@joshharrison1160]

i would actually prefer an orange turn signal even when not illuminated. looks more European that way

[@ItsAlive111]

Passenger screen is a waste. Everyone uses their phone nowadays, especially on road trips. Might have been better off allowing screen sharing on that passenger screen with a connected phone

[@EDHBlvd]

7” of ground clearance when air ride is jacked up. That’s still less than the Volvo V90CC.

[@brucefromaz7708]

Excellent review.

[@rommelgallego2943]

Merc Wagon 😎

[@kswas2784]

So your vehicle size chart is way messed up considering that the A6 Allroad and the RS6 Avant are virtually the same vehicle with the RS6 being 1.7" longer (due only to aero bits). Your chart makes them look like they are two size categories apart!

[@mikemcallister3138]

I’m looking at the Benz or possibly BMW plug in hybrid. I’m not impressed with the Audi ride or handling. Volvo ride is relatively poor, and handling is not good. Currently drive an ES hybrid which I enjoy, excepting the agricultural engine.

[@snakehandler87]

Long live longroofs

[@fighter835]

Am I supposed to be impressed by this interior? A tablet in front of you, another tablet in the middle, and a built in tablet on the passenger side... rofl yawn.

[@dularidevi1242]

⁷😮

[@erjonjoni1434]

You don’t need to buy the $1500 screen upgrade or downgrade 😊. I agree, the base screen with choice on wood trim is way more attractive and cheaper.

[@SterlingSigurdsen]

So these wagons are more like a car you drive to the slopes and to the equestrian events. Not really meant for off-roading.

[@orcarm16]

Bruh , this screens are such a downgrade .

[@faheemabbas3965]

Remove buttons and knobs for screen, increase safety risks as a result, then call it “luxury”? Offering less for more is “luxury”? I swear, luxury cars just aren’t worth it anymore nowadays, with the exception of maybe some Lexuses. But the new ES has been confirmed to ditch the physical HVAC…

[@EDHBlvd]

Horrific interior on this Benz.

[@newswanofficial]

@@faheemabbas3965honestly all these luxury automakers need to be borrowing a playbook from genesis. they definitely know how to design elegant, classy, best bang for buck luxury cars over there while keeping a good balance of touch and physical controls

[@Lukewilla]

At least they are integrated…I still don’t like it but, it could be worse.

[@ntuthukodlame1894]

Too much going in in the screens department 😢. Is that passenger screen really necessary...

[@dmack7265]

Those door handles are going to be a major problem.

[@BUEAU]

Alien from "Dark City" reviews cars... I guess WTF? Total weird let's take the train 😂

[@billshoe22191]

To be honest I don’t like any of the options in this class. Mercedes “tech forward” interiors are a huge turn off to me and the lack of physical controls is an instant deal breaker. I also don’t want my $100k wagon to have cheap plastic body cladding on it which Mercedes forces you to have. I like the Audi but the power train is so lack luster and dull. Volvo is just dull period in every way and drives the least luxurious of the three. I miss when the consumer had some real options

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

Cheap black plastic, fewer features in the second row than a Kia minivan, can we stop pretending Mercedes is a luxury make

[@weirdshibainu]

Alex, thanks for yet another stellar video....but my OCD won't allow me to not comment on the misspelling of " malfunction"

[@Jay-bw3fl]

Screens are a dealbreaker.

[@danhall3450]

Is Subaru’s Outback a little too “cheap and cheerful”? No its not.

[@AliasHSW]

Merc just stole BMW’s headlights

[@Janne-o2i]

😂😂😂. Offroad? It can handel a well maintained fire road at it's best.

[@bigprocrastinator]

Even classic makes like the Benz wagon need a nip, tuck and LIFT to stay relevant in today's car game

[@ChrisTian-lf2oh]

Mercedes, please drop the "Hyperscreen". Bloody pointless.

[@MondernMan]

Pfff - Rivian, Model X and the Gravity is coming out as well. Any of those over any of the legacy dinosaurs - our just but and EQ if you want a MB

[@Joe-ve9tz]

what an amazing car!

[@justaguy6862]

I'd rather buy a Crown Signia, TBH. That will last forever and cost a lot less. Prestige means nothing. I don't care what my neighbours think... 😊

[@NomenClature-o8s]

I have driven both. There’s no comparison. And that’s coming from a long time Toyota fan. The straight 6 in the Merc backed by the hybrid system is sublime. The driver assist is maybe the best on the market.

[@rightlanehog3151]

The only neighbours whose opinions about cars matter to me are the ones with Toyotas. I know they would all approve of the Signia.

[@mattspeer01]

"I recently said that the Audi RS6 Avant was the best car on sale in America today..." Do you realize how stupid that is? A car that costs $130K is not affordable to 99% of Americans, therefore it absolutely cannot be the best car on sale today. To earn that title, a car needs to be affordable to the majority of Americans. Is the RS6 amazing? Yes, but it is a niche product for the 1%.

[@Whywhywhyw-c5l]

Mercedes over an Audi? Of course. A Mercedes will always be more prestigious, more luxurious than an Audi.