2022 Mercedes-Benz E450 All Terrain Reviewed
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- Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
- The 2022 Mercedes-Benz E450 All Terrain states it's intentions right in the name. Is it really all-terrain? We take a look at all the features, then take it for a drive.
CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction
00:38 - E450 All Terrain Features
11:49 - Off-Road Tests
15:40 - Road Impressions
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Interesting, the skid plates and underbody protection does help negate the limited ground clearance. It's a luxury wagon, best used for getting to the high point of the hill to see the sunrise and sunsets. If you have the money for this, chances you have something more capable for the real ruff stuff.
The premium rugged wagon market is looking really good with E All-Terrain, A6 Allroad & V90 Cross Country all available. All three are great cars! Sad about the ground clearance on this one but the 4Matic system looked really good. Probs a great car to go alpine vacation with.
Maybe a do a three car showdown between the wagons? Being a european we sadly don't get all those TRD Pro or Forester Wilderness-type of cars. Our market does quite differ alot from yours on those type of cars so it's really fun to see cars that we on this side of the pond can relate to.
So it's more like E450 All Street 😃
Thank you for this interesting and honest review.
I used to take my 2019 E-Class Estate light off-roading and didn't like the fact that raising the air suspension limits the upper shock travel so you get crashing noises on bumps.
I have one of these 2022s in the same polar white color. I agree that the “All Terrain” designation is a misnomer. It is really a luxury wagon that can take you from Point A to Point B, in hushed luxury, and the engine does pack a wallop ! Keep the engine at the “comfort” level and you could be cruising effortlessly at 75-80mph, while returning 32-35mpg. Of course the Sport+ setting turns it into the beast mode…..I personally have set it to the “I” (Individual mode), with the suspension and steering at the Sport+ level, while the engine is set at the Comfort level.
Shout out to the chickens during the test drive. 🐥
An added datapoint to Ryan’s review…..the Mercedes quoted 5.7” of ground clearance is when the car is loaded down to its maximum payload level (check the Mercedes literature !). In other words, when the car is loaded up with an additional 1400lbs (which is the E450 wagon’s max payload), the All-Terrain’s ground clearance is 5.7”. Most manufacturers’ quoted ground clearance (of 8” etc) is when the vehicle is empty, while the ground clearance when it is fully loaded, is significantly below that. I believe when the Subaru Outback is fully loaded upto its maximum payload of around 900lbs (significantly lower than the Mercedes’ payload of 1400lbs), it would lower that vehicle down by *at least* another 1.5 inches. So in case of ground clearance between the Mercedes and others, we are really talking apples to oranges, even though I personally wish the Mercedes had an extra 2 more inches of clearance than its current level.
I would love to see a comparison of the new AWD Sprinter vs the AWD Transit Trail. 🤞🏼⚡️🤙🏼
Did not even know they were doing them had to do a google search to make sure you were not joking.
Nice little wagon. Price tag is insane. Should only be a slight price premium above an equivalently equipped E Class.
In my area the price difference isn't that huge. A fully equipped e450 sedan, remember not comparing to e350, is probably mid 60s to 70. These wagons are selling around my area for 74k ish with most options checked.
Another great video! I would like to see some lesser known suv reviews like Suzuki and Mitsubishi. Thanks and keep them coming
Id love to see the audi all road reviewed as well!
He did just do a video on the A6 Allroad, that video was not as detailed as this one sadly but it's on the channel.
@@Probot4 I think Jack JIBB was referring to the A4 allroad. But yes, when cross shopping this E450, it should be the A6 allroad.
Ryan, Don't worry, we can smell the fragrance of money through our screens. On that subject, it continues to confound me that with the exception of Subaru, automakers can make a business case for premium wagons but not mainstream ones. Since that is the case, I hope the Crown Estate adds to the premium wagon fleet.
I recently moved to the western side of Washington and absolutely love watching your videos! I know you did the GLE 63 review but you should review the 580 GLE , something more practical price wise with a V8. Keep the videos coming 👌🏾😁
Man that thing looks fantastic
I like because of the lack of ground clearance, I prefer wagon body style that has little to no lift, and good handling around twisty mountain roads. I do prefer some body cladding as it protects against rock chips around the wheel arches. I don't know if It's only Direct Fuel Injected or also Port Fuel Injection for better reliability, both will be best (Lexus-Toyota) (no carbon buildup) and good for emissions too.
Good looking MB Avant. Although, in this color combo, it kinda reminds me of a Subaru outback. Then again, MB is probably trying to steal some of that $$$ by enticing buyers to a more luxurious Outback. Those jump seats!!! Reminds me of the C5 Audi allroad. Very Capable!!! If I had 90k laying around? I would not buy this, although I love Wagons/Avants. If It needed to be a Mercedes? I'd definitely opt for the GLE instread. Great review on a good looking wagon, Ryan.
I can get a $60 massage at a store front that will blow away any cheesy car massage seats. These vehicles are going to be a nightmare in a few years when you need electronics work... I suggest leasing for sure!
E class time let’s go 🔥
This should be called the MB All- Highway.
🇺🇸 big fan of Benz wagon! Needs 8.7" like Outback.
I think you could make the argument that the all-terrain wagon would also be useful in a snowy climate provided you aren’t trying to tackle say more then 8-10 inches of snow. The awd as we saw from your video is outstanding
Here, in Minnesota, the ground clearance that this Mercedes has just wouldn't be very useful and would get stuck during/after winter storms. I used to have a car that had that low of ground clearance and I would be digging myself out of side streets and cul-de-sacs, pretty frequently.
Have you tried the newer Nissan Rouge off road? It would be an interesting one to see, the sell loads of them and im curious if they would survive your torture test.
Lovely review, thanks a lot! I've criticized the lack of ground clearance and was hoping they would increase it in the all new 2024 E-class All Terrain. However unfortunately it looks like its not higher and if i looked correctly it even seems to be lower a bit! That not the direction i wanted Mercedes to head to lol. It could be so capable with a proper ground clearance.
I honestly love this, because I love wagons. I think the all-terrain moniker is silly though, if I hit the lottery I would definitely buy the AMG version of this. For an actual all-terrain wagon, I would definitely take the Volvo. It looks better too.
I know I'm probably crazy, but I'd love to see an AMG powered version of this all terrain model. Think that combo would be pretty killer.
In all seriousness though, yeah Volvo v90 Cross Country ftw.
@@ALMX5DP I agree, the AMG version would be a blast. Also agree the Volvo is the better pick. I have an 07 XC70, it's been a great car with 231k miles and counting.
@@ALMX5DP The AMG 63S wagon is the same car as the E450 All Terrain except for the wheel arch cladding and maybe a little extra height options which don't add much if anything to it's off road capabilites. And oh yeah and the 600+ HP V8 and the $50k+ more money. I love the AMG version but the E450 seems fast enough for me.
@@ls60fd haha sure, all in a dream. Same goes for the E-Wagon 4x4 squared they built a few years ago propping the wagon up on portal axles. Would love that in my personal Jay Leno dream garage.
seems to be a perfekt winter machine on road
Could you make a video on the new BMW X1 xdrive20d 2022. With 7,8 inches of ground clearence and 360 Nm torgue, it will probably be very interesting to know about Its off road performance.
The world needs more wagons!! but gimme more options under 50k ....
...not only do we need more wagons under $50k...but we need those wagons to be fast (think Golf-R). Three pedals would be nice, but at this point, I think I'd even take a '22 WRX-GT wagon (Levorg) w/the CVT. It would be a tough pill to swallow, but the wagon part helps...
@@K03sport yea 100% although i consider the golf r a hot hatch but now I'm nit picking.
If Subaru brought the Aussie spec WRX wagon to the US, without a doubt it would be a gold mine.
I just went from a '19 WRX to a '22 OBW and it tickles me that my insurance company considers it a wagon.
Could you possibly do an off-road review in a manual transmission Tacoma? Wanting a manual to avoid gear hunting on interstate but wondering how bad it it effects off-road capabilities.
...How much gear hunting can a 5-spd auto do on the highway?
I sat in the rear seats of this and the GLE and the difference is crazy. The e-class hardly has space for adults in the back seats. The GLE feels super spacious and comfortable.
Try the C-class backseats. They will make your calves and ankles numb in 15 minutes. Provided you can get them between the front and back seats at all. 🤣
It's true the ground clearance for Mercedes Benz 450 is not as much as that of Subaru outback,but it's still looking good and better that non all terrain Mercedes Benz Estate. I love that All terrain Mercedes Benz
Ryan, are you sure there's a clutch based awd system, shifting power from front to back? AFAIK there is 45/55 mechanical center differential.
Central diff with multi-plate clutch acc’d to MB. So, both. Yielding a 45:55 split.
@@drivingsports Right, so it's not shifting power from front to back. Clutch-pack is responsible for TBR. It's a great solution, active differential - from entirely open to fully locked.
They could have made the air suspension raise the vehicle higher but than that would be encroaching on their SUV's for how practical it would be. Imo
We should remember, this is the same company that makes the G wagon and the legendary AMG mods They may make awful pickups and vans but they are easily super competitive wagons, trucks and SUVs.
Note there are only 5 brands that make good station wagons. (Subarus' don't count)
Great review. As neat as those 3rd row seats are, I can't help but think thats the most unsafe place for a kid to sit in 2022.
Good review always there Ryan the only problem with this car is the name they gave it it's supposed to be an off-road vehicle according to the name but it obviously is not enough for a vehicle so keep up the reviews of the true off-road vehicles goodbye .
Can you review the 2023 rav4 woodland hybrid
As soon as we can get one.
@@drivingsports great tyvm
This vehicle was designed for hunters and horse people in Europe. We barely have any trails, most people will just use it to get through really muddy terrain which the normal E can't.
I think it’s amazing that we’ve gotten to a level of automobile engineering that so many things, from digital dash layout, to driving dynamics and suspension height, travel, etc. can be adjusted by the driver. I’m a car guy and a gadget guy so to me it is awesome. However, let’s be honest. Probably 80-90 percent of drivers are going to choose one screen layout that they like and that’s where it will sit for the duration of ownership. Same with driving dynamics etc. . Are there some people who will use all of the whiz-bang gadgets to their full potential? Absolutely. But the majority probably will not. Again, I’m not saying it isn’t amazing, just seems that some vehicles, especially the luxury brands, are getting a little carried away with all the customizations available now, and even to me, again a gadget lover, it seems to be getting a little overwhelming. I would love to have a car with all of those options, but would I use more than maybe 10 percent of them over the life of the car? Probably not. Thanks again for another great review. Look forward to your new videos every week!
Can you test it on muddy terrains...
it has plastic cladding around the wheels, what more could you want?
Those 3rd row seats reminded me of Donald Duck's car with the seats which poped-up from the boot to sit Huey, Dewey, and Louie.
83k good damm my eyes just popped out
I'm looking at an older e wagon. I dislike the body cladding and added ground clearance.
1:03 Everything I find says 5.8 at the lowest, and let’s just say you pop the air suspension up to 6.3.. still higher than a CHR, or Trax. The expectation that a Mercedes owner is going to go hard core off roading is ridiculous. Gravel roads, going to the cabin or lake.. this will do them just fine. 25 mpg average too? I’d rather have this than any silly crossover.
6.3" will do fine in most conditions. But if there's a heavy snowstorm, like what happens here, a lot, in Minnesota, you're staying home or leaving early from work. God forbid you get stuck at work. In that case you're asking your coworker who has a vehicle with more ground clearance to drop you off at home.
inches, pft, come one guys, only myanmar and liberia are still using that system besides USA, says enough.. You Americans make really good items and the rest of the world is watching too. Please add cm and nm just as a side note so we understand it too, it will be appreciated.
that would be close to 100,000.00 canadian you can buy probably 3 fully loaded outbacks for that money much better off road.
Funny how luxury brands will have heated back seats only on 80k cars, while my cx-5 has as standard on my trim.
Same with my Mitsubishi. It's definitely a scale of diminishing returns with these luxury brands.
what is your height? or in car for sleep
6’1”
Sure clearance is low.. I've taken my GTI down forest service roads to trailheads.. My Miata down many gravel roads. Neither are great for the job, but they are fine keeping their limitations in mind.
Pay attention folks. This will be the only time you see one of these in the wild.
Mercedes Benz version Mini Cooper , you know disighn , Banglades Country just height 165cm
1 inch of lift? Mannnnnn!
90k for that thing? I can think of a few other cars I’d get for that money!
It's a Mercedes with Mercedes finish, quality and yes price tag to match.
Must be fully optioned or something. There are at least 4 sitting at local dealers near me, well equipped for 74k. Still large price tag, but not 90k
This isn't going to be taken off road. It's for mild winter driving. Nothing extreme.
You completely miss the point with this vehicle. This is an ESTATE Wagon. It's not designed for you coffee drinking Pacific coasters to take offroading and semi rocking. It's designed exactly what it's clientele wants from it. It's designed to take out to the farm or to take for a Roe deer hunt. This vehicle has been in Europe since 2017 and if you look up E220 4matic All-Terrain you can find off road tests where they are driving in the Bavarian Mountains and it did so quite well. The Volvo V90 you mentioned was designed to compete with a Subaru Outback. The All-Terrain wasn't designed to compete with the Outback although the 4matic + all wheel drive system is far superior to Subarus. The All Terrain is designed as an Estate Wagon and it does it with far more class than the Outback or the Chinese/Communist owned Volvo V90. That last fact automatically disqualifies the V90 as I would never sit in a vehicle built by a Chinese Owned company.
So before you do your reviews, consider doing them based on what a vehicle is actually designed for and not do it to try to poo poo it to steer people towards what you like. As much as you talk about the Volvo, I wouldn't be shocked if you took money from the CHICOMs. 😡
I thought it's a 2020 GLC facelift lowered -_-
It's even better than the GLC
@@ElegantPotatoes of course it is it's an E class :D
I just with their looks are more different since it makes it looks bland.
Stopped watching after $83k price tag.
Just wait until this is $30k out of lease 👀
Hhaa! You call that! Off roading??? Oh please in my area thats on road!! And i drive freely on such in my 2013 Avensis for work and school runs.
Even lifted, this thing has way less ground clearance than my Volvo V90 Cross Country. Benz failed on this.
Porsche taycan cross turismo is better and With 90 thousand you can buy rivian or the volvo v90 cross country or v60 with less money
I don't think anyone is expecting to take their $80,000 luxury estate offroad. At most they will drive on a gravel driveway to their farmhouse in the country
I was not aware they still made wagons. Figured it was an underrated selling product that found its way into the extinction class. As a Mercedes driver, I cannot imagine it having a place in my life. But I did have a couple female friends that thought they were cool. (for a short while) Then they moved up into the CUVs and have been happier ever since. Now, I did drive a wagon myself for awhile(not a Mercedes)and found it to be more than adequate for a low to the ground versatile stuff carrier. And obviously if you want a real Mercedes OR vehicle, you would just buy a G-Wagon. LOL For that price you would have to buy a 2017 or older tho.
WEll duh! You have to mod it! Install a lift kit!
Thank the obsession with SUVs for this obomination
The station wagons of the 1970s had rear facing jump seats.
84k for a wagon?? Shiiiiiiii
hahahaha yess it is the truth
Because "Some Terrain" just doesn't sound as good I guess.
expensive cans of lemonade
More overpriced *lease only* euro trash from Mercedes... sigh
You'd have to be huffing paint to think actually buying basically any of their vehicles at this point is a smart investment. Kind of sad tbh
Lol I'll pay some yuppie to see take ANY mercades off road. Why these ridiculous luxury cars try to cater to off road is beyond me. I think they are better off making a truck loaded with 100000000 computer modules and creature comforts to allow the yuppies who would buy a luxury truck feel they COULD go off road, but never would.
I mean, its nice af but this would be something a rich semi-outdoorsy 65yr old would buy. Or daddy bought it for me Jake that goes to mammoth/colorado with chad friends to ski during the winter.
Ski instructor Chad?
heated seats in the back row, for that fucking price, You damn right it is
Ironically, my watching experience was interrupted by a bunch of Mercedes ads. 🤔 Ryan, why is it that lux brands stay w/the wagon (concept) and plebian brands shun it like the moldy bread? Subaru still embraces the wagon (in the Outback), but even VW ditched theirs (Alltrack and Passat wagon) in the states. Buick had the Tour-X, which was a fabulous euro Vauxhall Insignia. There is room for great wagons in showrooms, but they have to be fast. Ppl are worried about the stigma associated with driving a wagon, yet happily toodle along in their minivan.... 🧈
I think it’s due to volume. They have higher margins and can justify the limited numbers.
you hawe no idea of cars. no clue. if u want good car, ewen mercedes e class it got to be DIESEL 6CILINDER 3.0
400d. if it is audi a6 must be 50 or 55 d. thats 3.0 tdi. 286ps well hp in your linguage. or ewen bmw 40d. 50d. what ewer it is must be diesel. 2.0 190hp at list. no petrol. petrol has no power.
Diesel is dead in the USA.
Id love to see the audi all road reviewed as well!