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Mercedes-Benz adds two to the E-Class range

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Authors: Paul Murrell

TWO NEW LIMITED EDITION MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class models have been added to the range: the Mercedes‑Benz E 300 AMG Night Edition and Mercedes‑AMG E 53 HYBRID Dark Carbon Edition. 

Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Night Edition

The Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Night Edition brings sport-focused design to the executive sedan by adding striking, Night Package exterior elements with dark, blacked-out finishes. The variant also includes darkened door entry sill trims that extend the expressive theme into the cabin.

For the first time on an E 300, 21-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels painted in black with high-sheen finish are featured, bringing a sharper look to the E-Class sedan. 

Beyond the Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Night Edition’s sporty dimension, it continues to offer the core qualities that define the model in its segment. The E 300’s celebrated combination of comfort, technology and refinement is complemented by a mild-hybrid 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine paired to a nine-speed automatic. The mild-hybrid system is credited with helping to smooth low-speed operation and enhance efficiency, while the suspension and chassis calibration favour a composed ride suited to long-distance cruising as well as urban driving. 

Inside, the E-Class cockpit features the advanced MBUX Multimedia System with a 14.4-inch central display, which features a specific digital Edition badge on this limited-edition model, and a 12.3-inch passenger display, famously intuitive and quick to the touch. 

The cabin combines high-quality materials and quietness at speed, delivering the premium ambience expected from a luxury sedan. Comfort-oriented features such as sport front seats with climitisation and multiple adjustments, extensive connectivity options and comprehensive driver-assistance technologies are part of the package that positions the E 300 as a thoughtfully specified offering in the executive class. 

Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Dark Carbon Edition

Designed to elevate the dynamic character of the E 53 even further, the new Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Dark Carbon Edition blends high-performance engineering with an assertive, darkened design theme and premium carbon-fibre interior detailing.

 The edition includes the AMG Night Package and Night Package II as standard, adding darkened exterior elements across key design features including black-finished wheels, mirror housings, badging and grille elements to create a cohesive, high-contrast AMG appearance.

The bold aesthetic is further amplified by striking 21-inch AMG forged alloy wheels in black, which emphasise the E 53’s athletic proportions and dynamic capability. 

Inside, the performance-focused ambience continues with an AMG carbon-fibre centre console. The premium carbon-fibre trim reinforces the motorsport-inspired atmosphere of the cabin, offering a tactile and visual connection to AMG’s racing heritage while maintaining the hallmark refinement of the E-Class.

At its core, the E 53 HYBRID pairs AMG’s performance engineering with advanced plug-in hybrid technology, delivering an engaging yet efficient driving experience. The electrified powertrain enhances responsiveness and supports instantaneous torque delivery of up to 450kW and 750Nm, while the AMG-tuned chassis and suspension systems ensure precise handling and exceptional driving dynamics. 

The integration of hybrid technology not only enhances performance characteristics but also enables fuel-efficient and electric-only driving, with a NEDC tested range of 101 kilometres on electric power alone, adding a progressive new dimension to the traditional AMG experience. 

In addition to its exclusive Dark Carbon Edition highlights, the Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Edition features the AMG-focused specification of the latest-generation E 53, including:

  • Mercedes-AMG interior styling, including AMG Performance setting wheel in Nappa leather, AMG steering wheel buttons, AMG DYNAMIC SELECT
  • Nappa leather AMG upholstery, with AMG emblem in the front head restraints
  • MBUX Interior Assistant
  • AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive for optimal traction and dynamic agility
  • AMG-specific suspension and braking systems engineered for high-performance driving
  • AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension
  • AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package 

Technical Data

 Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Night EditionMercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Dark Carbon Edition
Power (Peak)190kW450kW
Torque (Peak)400Nm750Nm
Acceleration (0-100km)6.3s3.8s
Combined fuel/energy consumption7.5L1.7L
NEDC tested range101 km on electric power alone
Wheels (standard)21” AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels, black high-sheen finish21” AMG forged alloy wheels in black

Pricing

Both editions are on sale at Australian dealerships from 15 May 2026. The new Mercedes-Benz E 300 AMG Night Edition will be available at $129,400 (plus on road costs), and the Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Dark Carbon Edition at $206,900 (plus on road costs).

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