Why is the E260 4MATIC not selling well?

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JordanAnn
07/25/25 11:06am
The reason why the E260 4MATIC is not selling well is that other car brands with similar performance and configurations are more favored by consumers. Below is an introduction to the Mercedes-Benz E260: 1. Dimensions: The Mercedes-Benz E260 sedan has a body size of 5021/1854/1487mm, which is consistent with the E-Class Sport Sedan and slightly different from the current E-Class. The wheelbase of the new car remains 3014mm. 2. Body details: Below the distinctive fork-shaped LED turn signals of the Mercedes-Benz E260, you can see a 360° holographic imaging camera. Combined with two other cameras hidden in the front grille and the trunk lid, drivers can view the surroundings of the car in real time while sitting inside.
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StElisa
08/11/25 7:55pm
I noticed the poor sales of the E260 4MATIC are largely due to its high price. Positioned as a luxury sedan, the addition of the 4MATIC system significantly drives up the cost, making it tens of thousands more expensive than the rear-wheel-drive version, yet with limited performance improvements. For daily urban driving, rear-wheel drive is more than sufficient, making the extra expense unnecessary. Moreover, Mercedes-Benz's brand premium is already high, and the E260 4MATIC lags behind competitors like the BMW 5 Series or Audi A6L 4MATIC in terms of value—either offering richer configurations or better fuel efficiency. A friend who bought one often complains about soaring fuel consumption, doubled maintenance costs, and common issues like battery and electrical faults. With the current economic downturn, consumers are more rational, finding it unwise to spend so much on an optional 4MATIC feature. Most opt for the base model or switch to SUVs instead. In short, its lack of appeal leads to sluggish sales.
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SanEzra
08/11/25 7:56pm
From a market perspective, I believe the sluggish sales of the E260 4MATIC are related to its disconnect from current trends. Consumers are shifting from traditional sedans to SUVs and new energy vehicles, especially in the mid-to-high-end market, where SUVs offer better off-road capability and space, making them more practical than four-wheel-drive sedans. Although the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is luxurious, the 4MATIC version seems redundant in this broader context. Additionally, policy incentives are driving the rise of electric vehicles, with models like the Tesla Model 3 or BYD Han's hybrid versions being more attractive in terms of price and environmental friendliness, capturing some of the demand. The pricing of the E260 4MATIC is awkward—its target audience is already niche, and with changing consumer preferences, it's no surprise that sales are struggling. We often discuss the positioning of this model at auto shows; it hasn't accurately identified its core user base and should streamline its product lineup to focus on rear-wheel-drive or electrification to improve competitiveness.
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