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00:00Fourteen nameplates participated in Motor Trend's 2025 Car of the Year competition,
00:05where all new or significantly updated cars are eligible for the award.
00:10And, as always, the field was large.
00:13Everything from rear-drive luxury sports cars to family sedans, and even an electric minivan, were invited.
00:20The vehicle that stood out at the end of the competition?
00:23The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
00:26A car that's been meticulously crafted since the 1950s,
00:32today's E-Class has been perfected to deliver a smooth, efficient, and luxurious experience.
00:38Always ready when you need it. No more, and no less.
00:44A new nose and tail are evolutionary within the lineup,
00:47but despite moving away from a uniform look, the styling is still unmistakably Mercedes.
00:53With a simple yet elegant silhouette, it's not overly flashy,
00:56and its subtle design elements evoke classic models such as the Gullwing.
01:00The interior has a cohesive layout even though there are multiple digital displays,
01:04ones for the instrument cluster, infotainment, and passenger screen.
01:08The new E-Class is thoughtfully designed for user comfort and convenience,
01:12and includes features such as a hidden wireless phone slot and fold-away cupholders in the center console,
01:18a more spacious backseat due to scalloped front seat backs, and increased trunk space.
01:24The 2024 E-Class excels in its intended function as a luxury midsize sedan and wagon.
01:30Mercedes dropped the coupe and convertible E-Class models to focus entirely on perfecting these two body styles.
01:37Stretching the wheelbase for better stability and integrating upgraded air suspension,
01:42the E-Class is engineered for a ride that feels both serene and agile.
01:48The E450's powerful 3.0-liter turbo inline-six engine delivers robust acceleration,
01:54while the mild hybrid assist ensures smooth power delivery and responsiveness.
01:59The addition of optional four-wheel steering on the sedan improves maneuverability,
02:03making it nimble in tight spaces.
02:06In fact, it reduces the car's turning radius by three feet for effortless city and backroad driving.
02:13Real-world testing has shown the E450 can reach an impressive 30 miles per gallon at sustained speeds.
02:21It's not really in vogue to have a gas-guzzling luxury car anymore,
02:25so the E-Class is definitely adapting with the times.
02:29Safety features include standard automatic emergency braking and lane-keep assist.
02:34The latest driver assistance package provides adaptive cruise control and automatic lane change
02:39to cut down on driver fatigue on long journeys.
02:44Priced from $63,600 for the E350 and up to $77,250 for the E450 All-Terrain,
02:52the E-Class offers great value for the midsize luxury sedan segment.
02:56Its cohesiveness and quality place it a step above its rivals.
03:01From luxury to performance, it excels in every sense of the word.
03:06The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class doesn't try to impress with gimmicks.
03:11Instead, it shows its worth quietly and with every detail, every mile.
03:16And that's why, as we here at MotorTrend see it,
03:19the E-Class truly deserves the honor of being our 2025 Car of the Year.