2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid POV Test Drive | Electric Boost Sedan
2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Sedan – Key Specs
MSRP (USA): from $89,600
Typical as-tested price with options: around $105,000–$115,000
Body style: midsize luxury performance sedan
Seats: 5
Cargo capacity (trunk): approx. 12.7 cu ft
Powertrain & Performance
Engine: AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo
Electric motor: 120 kW (permanently excited synchronous motor)
System output: 577 hp and 553 lb-ft (combined)
Overboost (RACE START option): up to 604 hp for short bursts
Drivetrain: AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive
Transmission: AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed automatic
0–60 mph (factory): about 3.9 seconds
Independent testing: roughly 3.3 seconds 0–60 mph, ~11.6 s quarter mile
Hybrid System, Battery & Range
Battery: about 28.6 kWh high-performance pack
Electric-only range: around 40–45 miles (EPA/independent tests)
Onboard AC charger: up to 9.6–11 kW (Level 2)
DC fast charging: approx. 10–80% in ~20 minutes
Fuel tank: around 17 gal, premium unleaded only
Efficiency (approx.)
Gas only: around 23 mpg combined (city ~21 / highway ~26)
Gas + electric (MPGe): high-50s combined
Highway real-world: ~29 mpg once the battery is depleted

Dimensions
Wheelbase: 116.6 in
Length: 194.9 in
Width (w/o mirrors): 74.9 in
Width (with mirrors): 81.3 in
Height: 57.9 in
Curb weight (factory spec): about 4,250 lbs (instrumented tests see ~5,300+ lbs with driver/options)
Wheels & Tires (typical)
Standard wheels: 20" AMG twin 10-spoke (9.5" front, 10.5" rear)
Standard tires: 265/40R20 front, 295/35R20 rear, summer performance
Available: 21" forged AMG wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires

Key Standard Features
AMG Plug-in Performance Hybrid system
AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive
AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with active rear-axle steering
AMG Performance exhaust
Digital cockpit with 12.3" driver display + 14.4" central touchscreen
MBUX infotainment, “Hey Mercedes” voice assistant, navigation
64-color ambient lighting, heated front seats, panorama roof
Full suite of driver assistance (AEB, blind-spot assist, parking assist, etc.)
Notable Options / Packages (examples)
AMG Dynamic Plus package: RACE START overboost to 604 hp, dynamic engine mounts, electronic limited-slip rear diff, upgraded brakes, higher top speed
AMG High-performance composite brakes, optional red calipers
AMG Night Package / Night Package Plus (blacked-out trim)
AMG Carbon Fiber package
MBUX Superscreen (tri-screen setup with passenger display and camera)
Burmester 3D/4D surround sound system
Multicontour front seats with ventilation and massage
Advanced Driver Assistance package (adaptive cruise with lane-centering, etc.)

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