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2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class*

VS
2018 Acura RLX

2019 Acura RLX*

2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2019 Acura RLX



No matter whether you’re looking for more power or more choices, you can find what you want in the 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. While the 2019 Acura RLX is a close competitor, there’s more customization as well as more technology and standard safety features found at even the base level. No upgrades or package purchases required. Learn more about what each has to offer your commute today.

E-Class vs. RLX: Performance

Between the two, the RLX provides more strength, but with the E-Class, you have options. Whether you’re looking to power through Centerville or cruise by South Riding, the E-Class can get you there.

  • 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: 241 hp, 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine, available 362 hp, 3.0L V6 biturbo
  • 2019 Acura RLX: 310 hp, 3.5L V6, available 377 hp, 3.5L i-VTEC® engine

E-Class vs. RLX: Interior

Interior luxuries couldn’t fall flat in either model. The main difference is that the E-Class interior provides more at the base level and the RLX requires the purchase of the Advance Package in order for you to get the features you want. Here’s what you can find in each model:

  • 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: MB Tex or leather upholstery in three different colors and five different wood trim options, Car-to-X technology, panoramic 12.3-inch screen, COMAND® navigation, FrontBass system, Hands-free Bluetooth® interface, 64-color ambient lighting, available heated steering wheel
  • 2019 Acura RLX: Head-Up display, Surround-View Camera System, smartphone integration, HomeLink®, available Milano Premium Leather

Interested in learning more about our model’s standard features? Find out what’s included with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class exterior!

E-Class vs. RLX: Safety

While the Acura model has AcuraWatch™ with some impressive safety innovations, as well as the potential to add on an upgrade, the E-Class provides plenty of safety technology to keep you and everyone else in the vehicle safe. This technology includes:

  • PRESAFE®
  • PRESAFE® Sound
  • ESP® Dynamic Cornering Assist
  • Active Brake Assist
  • ATTENTION ASSIST®
  • Crosswind Assist
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • available Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC®

Find Your E-Class at Mercedes-Benz of Chantilly

In the end, you can choose your favorite interior materials, rely on the innovative tech to keep you entertained, and drive with peace of mind that the E-Class safety features will protect you. Test drive the new E-Class today at Mercedes-Benz of Chantilly. Contact us in the meantime with any questions or to further compare the E-Class.

*2018 model shown
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