Brand guide

Mercedes-Benz lineup.

Mercedes-Benz invented the automobile and still sets the tone for luxury: the S-Class defines the flagship class, the G-Wagen defines status, and AMG builds some of the wildest performance machines on sale. The lineup is huge, spanning compact crossovers in the mid-$40Ks all the way to six-figure Maybachs, with strong electric options along the way.

Every new Mercedes-Benz carries a 4 year / 50,000 mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Unlike BMW, complimentary scheduled maintenance is not included, so budget for service visits or a prepaid maintenance plan.

Sedans & coupes.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Compact Luxury Sedan
From ~$50K23-35 mpg5 seats255-671 hp

The baby S-Class: a scaled-down version of the flagship's cabin and tech, with AMG versions that get properly unhinged.

C300The core spec: 255 hp turbo with mild hybrid assist, 11.9-inch portrait screen, 4MATIC AWD available.
AMG C43The staging step: 402 hp from a hand-built turbo four, AMG chassis and AWD.
AMG C63 S E PerformanceThe monster: 671 hp F1-derived plug-in hybrid. More power than most supercars, in a compact sedan.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Midsize Luxury Sedan
From ~$63K23-29 mpg5 seats255-604 hp

The heart of the brand for decades: newly redesigned with the Superscreen dash, and still the benchmark for effortless midsize luxury. Wagon fans get the rugged All-Terrain version.

E350 4MATIC255 hp with standard AWD: the classic executive spec.
E450 4MATIC375 hp inline-six with mild hybrid smoothness: the one to get.
E450 All-TerrainThe lifted wagon: E450 power, air suspension, real cargo room.
AMG E53 HybridThe performance flagship: up to 604 hp plug-in hybrid with usable electric range.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Full-Size Luxury Flagship
From ~$118K18-25 mpg5 seats429-791 hp

The default answer to what is the best car in the world for 50 years running. Every luxury feature you have ever heard of debuted here first.

S500 4MATIC429 hp mild hybrid six: the entry to the flagship, missing nothing that matters.
S580 4MATIC496 hp V8: the classic S-Class experience.
S580eThe plug-in hybrid: 510 hp combined with meaningful electric-only driving.
AMG S63 E Performance791 hp hybrid V8: a limousine that outruns sports cars.
Mercedes-Maybach S680The chauffeur special: 621 hp V12, two-tone paint, first-class rear cabin.

Mercedes-Benz CLA

Compact Luxury Sedan (Electric-First)
From ~$50Kup to ~370 mi range5 seats268-349 hp

The all-new CLA leads Mercedes' next generation: it launches as a slick electric sedan with big range and 800-volt fast charging, with hybrid gas versions joining the line.

CLA 250+ with EQ TechnologyThe range play: 268 hp, rear-drive, up to roughly 370 miles per charge, very fast DC charging.
CLA 350 4MATIC349 hp dual-motor AWD: quicker and all-weather ready.
CLA HybridThe gas-electric version joining the lineup for buyers not ready to plug in.

Mercedes-Benz CLE

Luxury Coupe / Cabriolet
From ~$58K22-27 mpg4 seats255-443 hp

The two-door that replaced both the C and E coupes: gorgeous, usable, and available as a proper soft-top cabriolet, ideal for desert winters.

CLE300 4MATIC255 hp with standard AWD in coupe or cabriolet form.
CLE450 4MATIC375 hp inline-six: the smooth, fast sweet spot.
AMG CLE53443 hp AMG six with widened bodywork and real cornering bite.

SUVs.

Mercedes-Benz GLA

Subcompact Luxury SUV
From ~$44K26-28 mpg5 seats221 hp

The most affordable Mercedes: a tall hatchback with the three-pointed star and full MBUX tech.

GLA250221 hp turbo, front-drive, the lowest price of entry to the brand.
GLA250 4MATICAdds AWD for all-weather traction, a modest step up in price.
AMG GLA 45The pocket rocket: handcrafted 416 hp turbo four, AMG 4MATIC+, the hottest small AMG.

Mercedes-Benz GLB

Subcompact 3-Row SUV
From ~$47K24-27 mpg5-7 seats221 hp

The boxy value play: the only vehicle near this price with a three-pointed star and an available third row.

GLB250221 hp with the upright, practical body and optional 7-seat layout.
GLB250 4MATICThe AWD version: the family-duty spec.
AMG GLB 45Seven seats and 416 hp: the family box with full AMG hardware and 4MATIC+.

Mercedes-Benz GLC

Compact Luxury SUV
From ~$50K23-31 mpg5 seats255-671 hp

Mercedes' best seller in America: the right size, the right cabin, and a ladder that climbs from sensible commuter to 671 hp AMG. The sleeker Coupe body is available on most versions.

GLC300 4MATIC255 hp mild hybrid: the volume spec, and the one most shoppers should start with.
GLC350eThe plug-in hybrid: 313 hp combined and enough electric range for most daily commutes.
AMG GLC43416 hp hand-built turbo four with AMG chassis tuning.
AMG GLC63 S E Performance671 hp hybrid: supercar output in a compact family SUV.

Mercedes-Benz GLE

Midsize Luxury SUV
From ~$63K20-26 mpg5-7 seats255-603 hpTows 7,700 lbs

The family flagship most buyers actually choose: spacious, serene, strong towing, and available in everything from mild hybrid to full AMG. The Coupe body style is folded in here too.

GLE350 4MATIC255 hp entry with the full GLE cabin and standard AWD.
GLE450 4MATIC375 hp inline-six: the sweet spot for power and refinement.
GLE450eThe plug-in hybrid: 381 hp combined with real electric commuting range.
GLE580 4MATIC510 hp V8 luxury without the full AMG firmness.
AMG GLE53The AMG entry: hybrid-assisted six with AMG chassis and soundtrack.
AMG GLE63 S603 hp hand-built V8: the full-send family hauler.

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Full-Size 3-Row Luxury SUV
From ~$90K18-23 mpg7 seats375-603 hpTows 7,700 lbs

The S-Class of SUVs: three genuine rows, air suspension, and a Maybach version that borders on absurd.

GLS450 4MATIC375 hp mild hybrid six: the family flagship most buyers need.
GLS580 4MATIC510 hp V8 with full luxury spec.
AMG GLS63603 hp: a three-row that hits 60 in about 4 seconds.
Mercedes-Maybach GLS600The ultra-luxe version: 550 hp, reclining rear thrones, champagne flutes optional. Really.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Luxury Off-Road Icon
From ~$150K14-16 mpg5 seats443-579 hpTows 7,000 lbs

The G-Wagen: a 45-year-old military box that became the ultimate status symbol. Three locking differentials, hand-built V8 option, and resale value that defies gravity.

G550443 hp mild hybrid V6: the entry G, if such a thing exists.
AMG G63577 hp hand-built V8: the one everyone pictures, and the one that holds value best.
G580 with EQ TechnologyThe electric G: 579 hp quad-motor, tank turns, and silent rock crawling.

Electric.

Mercedes-Benz EQE

Electric Midsize Sedan / SUV
From ~$70Kup to ~308 mi range5 seats288-677 hp

The electric E-Class equivalent, in sedan and SUV form: hushed, quick, and loaded with the same MBUX tech as the gas cars.

EQE 350+288 hp rear-drive with the longest range of the line.
EQE 350 4MATICDual-motor AWD for all-season confidence.
EQE 500 4MATIC402 hp: the quick-but-comfortable spec.
AMG EQEUp to 677 hp of electric AMG: brutal acceleration, sedan or SUV.

Mercedes-Benz EQS

Electric Flagship Sedan / SUV
From ~$105Kup to ~390 mi range5-7 seats355-649 hp

The electric flagship: up to roughly 390 miles of range, the optional 56-inch Hyperscreen dash, and a Maybach SUV version at the top.

EQS 450+355 hp rear-drive sedan with the headline range figure.
EQS 450 4MATICDual-motor AWD, sedan or 7-seat SUV body.
EQS 580 4MATIC516 hp: full flagship power, still silent.
Mercedes-Maybach EQS680 SUV649 hp of ultra-luxury EV: the electric Maybach experience.

Sports cars.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GT

Luxury Sports Coupe
From ~$130K16-21 mpg2-4 seats416-805 hp

AMG's own sports car: a 911 rival with a hand-built engine up front and, at the top, a hybrid system pulled from Formula 1 thinking.

AMG GT43The entry: 416 hp turbo four, rear-drive character, the accessible way in.
AMG GT55469 hp V8 with 4MATIC+ AWD: the grand-touring spec.
AMG GT63577 hp V8: the full-fat sports car, 3.1 seconds to 60.
AMG GT63 S E Performance805 hp hybrid flagship: one of the most powerful cars Mercedes has ever sold.

Coming soon.

GLC with EQ Technology

Arriving late 2026

The best-selling GLC goes fully electric: up to 483 hp, a 94 kWh battery, and over 400 miles of projected range. The GLC 400 4MATIC lands first, with the GLC 300+ following in early 2027.

GLB with EQ Technology

Expected fall 2026

The seven-seat GLB returns as an EV first, with roughly 390 miles of WLTP range, three screens, and two trunks. A hybrid version follows in early 2027.

Future model details come from manufacturer announcements and press reports; timing, specs, and availability can change.

Questions.

What is the cheapest new Mercedes-Benz?

The GLA250 crossover, typically starting in the mid-$40Ks, with the boxier GLB just above it. On Broker Black every Mercedes listing shows your real monthly payment with your local taxes and fees included, which matters at this price level.

Are Mercedes expensive to maintain?

Plan on it. Unlike BMW, Mercedes does not include complimentary maintenance, and service visits at a luxury dealer run real money: figure roughly $400 to $800 per year while newer, more as the car ages. Prepaid maintenance plans and CPO coverage are both worth pricing out before you buy.

What is the difference between an AMG and a regular Mercedes?

Two tiers of AMG. The 35, 43, and 53 models are AMG-tuned versions of regular cars with more power and sportier chassis. The 63 models and the AMG GT are the real thing: hand-built engines (one builder per engine, with a signed plaque), bespoke suspensions, and dramatically higher performance and price.

Is a certified pre-owned Mercedes worth it?

Frequently, yes. Mercedes depreciates faster than mainstream brands, so a 2 to 3 year old CPO car can cost 30 percent or more below original MSRP while adding at least a 1 year / unlimited mile warranty on top of remaining coverage. It is the value play for this brand.

Should I lease or buy a Mercedes?

Mercedes is a heavily leased brand, and leasing has real logic here: you stay inside the warranty window, sidestep depreciation risk, and Mercedes-Benz Financial often supports payments on slower-selling models, especially the EQ electrics. Buying makes sense if you keep cars long-term. Broker Black shows the true payment both ways.