Quick question for anyone who has ordered a 2025 E53. Is there a Gas Guzzler tax? The reason I ask is I recently discovered there’s a $2600 GG tax on the M5. Would love to hear your experience.

 

I was not charged a gas guzzler tax.

 

The gas guzzler is only for cars with a combined mileage rating less than 22.5 mpg. The E53 hybrid has a combined rating of 54 mpg.

 

I just ordered mine a couple of weeks ago. Mine won't be delivered until early February based off of the options I wanted and the build cycle. The dealer did just get one in though and got to take it for a drive...it was glorious!!!

 

I considered an AMG E53 until I compared insurance rates versus an E450. IMO the label AMG almost doubles the cost of insurance.

 

It's exciting to see some Edition 1 versions pop on dealer lots. Wild spec with the Matt color / black leather / yellow accents. I didn't think we would see that version in the USA.

 

Share your test drive thoughts?
Do you know if any of the options are delayed or not available?

 

I ordered the Moonlight White Magno with the neva grey interior. Added almost every option and it came out right around $115,000

As far as the test drive, I have never driven a Mercedes before, but I was thoroughly impressed. I was concerned that AMG was getting away from the 8 cylinder. It sounded great, and driving around in Sports+ mode gave it a nice rumble, and it cracked when shifting between gears. It took off like a rocket, extremely responsive, and acceleration was insane. I'm assuming the hybrid setup is why the acceleration is on point! As far as handling, I didn't push it very hard since I was on a test drive, but it drove like it was on a set of tracks. I was also impressed with all the standard classy bells & whistles that Mercedes is known for.

 

I'm sure you are going to love it. I would have ordered the AMG model, but I needed a car ASAP and went for the 450.

 

I placed my order for the E63 two and a half years ago, and I’m excited to share that it’s finally on its way! Initially, I had my sights set on the E63, but unfortunately, the final chassis had already been allocated. However, I was aware of their plans to produce this car, so I decided to secure my spot by paying my deposit back then. My car is currently en route to the US, and I anticipate its arrival next week. I’m eagerly anticipating the day I can finally drive my fully loaded E63!

 

Was able to get a window sticker of my build

 

I did not see the sound deadening option. Is it available on an AMG?

 

It is part of the Exclusive Trim package - heat and noise insulating glass.

 

 

@Avi8tor ... Great build!

My car arrived Nov 13 and has been in storage at the dealer for pickup next week. My spec is #4 post.

 

Long time viewer, first time poster.

I'm fairly happy with my E53 build online, but was curious after reading some posts here if all the options for building your custom spec are in the online build tool at MBUSA?

Here are a few items (somewhat random) that I see in some people's exported spec PDF's, but are not listed online.

1. DA2 - Driver Assistance Package
2. 61U - MANUFAKTUR Black DINAMICA Headliner
3. 21U – Dashcam
4. 14U - Smartphone Integration

Maybe they are simply part of the standard options, the Pinnacle Trim or Dynamics Plus packages. I don't see them when I search my own build PDF from MBUSA. Put another way, any recommendations for how to make sure the dealer is showing me all the options before I order? Do they have a master list with all the codes (more than the online build tool) so we can go item by item to make sure?

Thanks for any feedback.

 

Have you tried the option on the build website to "Email Your Brochure"? You get an email with a link to download a PDF of your build. This is more detailed than the website and lists all the standard features (for example Apple Carplay).

 

Share some photos when you get the car.

 

Get with your dealer and review the dealer order guide. This is the latest version I have and the website still states that not all options are available to build. The prices, however, are not always accurate. I really wanted the Alcantara headliner and at $450 - it's a bargain. It is, however, $1,600.

 

Yes. The PDF is more explicit and, as you say, has two pages of standard features listed. What I noticed were there were features in other people's order lists that are not in these PDFs. The PDF also doesn't list the three-character alpha-numeric code so I'm guessing I need to spend time with the dealer to get a higher degree of confidence that all options were exposed and considered.

 

Thanks for this. I will definitely make sure they have at least this resource on hand. Appreciated.

 

And to answer my own questions (above):
I was introduced to the most experienced person at the dealership today and had a wonderful experience configuring my vehicle and learning what was available. Some notes:

1. DA2 - Driver Assistance Package - You just need to ask for it. ($1,900 USD) - I added it.
2. 61U - MANUFAKTUR Black DINAMICA Headliner - As stated by others, this is an option ($1,600) - I did not add this.
3. 21U – Dashcam - Apparently this can be added when ordering or added in the mobile App whenever you want. All vehicles can do this, so it is one of those auto-downgrades you have to pay to reinstate. - I added it.
4. 14U - Smartphone Integration - Standard feature.

New 2025 E53 things I learned:

• You can only get the Red Seat Belts with the two Black upholstery choices, not with the Black/Brown or Black/Grey options. A shame since there doesn't seem to be any reason to limit these. It is not like those colors are more expensive / exclusive. I'd have paid more for Red.
• All-Seasons will not fit on the 21" wheel options (maybe everyone already knew this). Only summer tires (high performance) will fit on these 21" wheels.
• Generally speaking, at my dealer (in California) it will be 45-55 days after the build date when you might see your vehicle. All dealers will vary for many reasons.
• A dealer only has so many builds and build date slots for those. On some of those days there may be a part (option) you wanted that won't be available on that specific date (supply chain). If you care about that option you start a new config on another build date. This happened today, they shifted to another build date and then that part was available (DF1 Night Package Plus - includes PAZ Night Package II).
• You can't configure this online, but you can ask the dealer for 72B Additional USB Ports which add some to the rear and increase the amps ($70 USD)
• My dealer only requires a deposit if you make a very odd configuration that they'd later have trouble selling - but that seems hard to do with this car and these specs.
• Some options listed online for the Pinnacle Trim Package did not appear on my long 3 page build PDF, like the full contents of DX2 Pinnacle Trim. My PDF is missing:
  • 4-zone automatic climate control > This is listed above as only dual zone (which is already standard I think)
  • Burmester 4D Surround Sound System > Is listed later without 4D as “810 Burmester® Surround Sound System”. Maybe the same thing.
  • Dolby Atmos > This is not listed on my order.
  • Apple Spatial Audio > This is not listed on my order.
  • Maybe these are part of the mysterious PDD Premium Plus Package, which is not defined anywhere.
• I've asked the expert at the dealership about these Pinnacle Trim discrepancies. I'll share the result if it makes any difference.

 

From the 2025 E-Class Sedan Order Guide: "Burmester® 4D Surround Sound with Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio- 810". So, it looks like 810 is the code and it also includes Dolby Atmos support.

 

From the 2025 E-Class Sedan AMG Order Guide: "581 - THERMOTRONIC Automatic Climate Control (4-Zone)", which is part of the DX2 Pinnacle Trim option. I agree, it seems like you should see option 581 listed if you include the Pinnacle Trim package.

 

Just checked my order PDF and the code is there (581), but the text says "dual zone". Dealer got back to me a few hours ago and said the order system doesn't export everything into the PDF but all those missing items (in my PDF) are properly selected and included on their end.

I will now sit patiently because my build is in mid-February 2025.