
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class continues to set the benchmark for executive saloons in the premium fleet market, blending exceptional refinement, cutting-edge technology and a wide range of efficient powertrains. It’s a standout choice for businesses seeking a prestigious and comfortable company car that doesn’t compromise on performance or practicality
Fleetwise score 69%
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Threshold Busters
Models under the UK £50,000 luxury-car tax thresholds.
E200 SE – from £46,995
E200 AMG Line – from £49,995
E300 SE – from £48,995
E300 AMG Line – from £49,995
E350e PHEV SE – from £49,995 (some specs may exceed the threshold)
Roll of Honour
• Consistently class-leading executive car
• Awarded for refinement and tech excellence
• Excellent residual values in premium fleet sector

Spec list
• Petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains
• Rear-wheel drive standard, optional AWD (4MATIC) on select trims
• Automatic gearbox (9G-TRONIC)
• From £46,995
• From £549pm
• 4-door saloon and estate versions
• 5 seats
• 40-201mpg (PHEV combined WLTP)
• Boot space 540 litres (saloon) / 640 litres (estate)
• Warranty 3 yrs/60000 miles
• Company-car tax rates (BIK)
– Petrol/Diesel: 27-32%
– PHEV: 10-15%
In 30 seconds…
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class remains one of the most compelling executive cars available to UK fleets, thanks to its blend of refinement, technology and efficiency. Its extensive powertrain range — from refined petrol and diesel engines to low-emission plug-in hybrids — allows fleet managers to tailor specification for company-car tax and operational needs.
Inside, the E-Class offers a remarkably serene and luxurious cabin with high-grade materials, advanced digital displays and Mercedes-Benz’s latest driver-assist systems as standard. Rear-seat comfort is excellent, making it ideal for business travellers, and the generous boot provides practicality for luggage or equipment.
On the road, the E-Class delivers composed and assured performance with a ride quality that soaks up poor surfaces and keeps occupants relaxed over long distances. The PHEV versions add smooth, efficient electric-assisted driving, helping reduce running costs and emissions without sacrificing refinement.
“If you want a premium executive saloon that delivers comfort, tech and efficiency in equal measure, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class remains hard to beat” – FleetWise

Sample leasing deal
Lease Co: leasing.com
Car: Mercedes-Benz E350e PHEV AMG Line Auto
Initial rental £5950
Term 24 months
Mileage per annum 8000
Monthly fee £499
Additional fees £199
(All prices excluding VAT)

In depth…
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Model E350e PHEV AMG Line
Power source Petrol plug-in hybrid
Transmission Automatic 9G-TRONIC
Engine capacity 1999cc
Tax
CO2 34gkm
BIK 10%
P11D £49,995
Performance
Max speed 149mph
0-62mph 6.8 seconds
Max power 299bhp
MPG 201mpg (WLTP combined)
Size
4-door saloon 5 seats
Length 4939mm
Width 1860mm
Height 1468mm
Kerbweight 1765kg

Also consider
BMW 5 Series
Audi A6
Jaguar XF
Volvo S90
All information is published in good faith and believed correct at time of going live.
FleetWise advises users to check any queries about specific models with the supplying lease company or dealership. E&OE.
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