The Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2017 marked a significant redesign, bringing advanced safety features and earning top safety ratings. For those prioritizing safety in a luxury vehicle, understanding the Benz E Class 2017 safety performance is crucial. This article delves into the comprehensive safety evaluations conducted on the 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class models, providing a detailed overview of its crashworthiness and preventative safety technologies. We’ll explore how this model performed in various rigorous tests, ensuring you have a complete picture of its safety capabilities.
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: Driver-Side
The small overlap front test simulates a collision where only a small portion of the vehicle’s front end, on the driver side, impacts a barrier. This is a particularly challenging test, designed to assess how well the car protects occupants in offset frontal crashes.
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2-door 2wd was evaluated in the driver-side small overlap front test. It achieved a “Good” rating, the highest possible, indicating robust protection in this demanding scenario.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Structure and Safety Cage | G |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Hip/Thigh | G |
| Lower Leg/Foot | G |
| Driver Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | G |
The measurements from the test provide further detail into the E-Class’s performance.
Technical measurements for driver-side small overlap front test:
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Lower Hinge Pillar Max | 2 |
| Footrest | 6 |
| Left Toepan | 3 |
| Brake Pedal | 3 |
| Rocker Panel Lateral Average | 1 |
| Upper Hinge Pillar Max | 2 |
| Upper Dash | 2 |
| Lower Instrument Panel | 2 |
These intrusion measurements are minimal, demonstrating the structural integrity of the benz e class 2017 under severe impact.
Driver injury measures in detail:
| Driver Injury Measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 173 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | No Contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.7 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 38 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.35 |
| Chest | |
| Maximum Compression (mm) | 28 |
| Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 1.4 |
| Right | 1.0 |
| Knee Displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 2 |
| Right | 2 |
| Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Maximum Tibia Index | |
| Left | 0.43 |
| Right | 0.40 |
| Tibia Axial Force (kN) | |
| Left | 3.0 |
| Right | 2.0 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 101 |
| Right | 98 |
These metrics show low risk of injury to the driver across all body regions in a driver-side small overlap crash for the benz e class 2017.
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: Passenger-Side
The passenger-side small overlap test mirrors the driver-side test but evaluates protection for the front passenger.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door 4wd also earned a “Good” overall rating in the passenger-side small overlap test, confirming excellent protection for passengers as well.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Structure and Safety Cage | G |
| Passenger Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Hip/Thigh | G |
| Lower Leg/Foot | G |
| Passenger Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | A |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Hip/Thigh | G |
| Lower Leg/Foot | G |
| Driver Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | G |
Notably, passenger restraints and dummy kinematics received an “Acceptable” rating, mentioning the dummy’s head moved towards the gap between airbags. However, the side curtain airbag provided sufficient protection.
Technical measurements for passenger-side small overlap front test:
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on passenger side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Lower Hinge Pillar Max | 5 |
| Footrest | 14 |
| Right Toepan | 7 |
| Center Toepan | 4 |
| Rocker Panel Lateral Average | 0 |
| Center Dash | 2 |
| Upper Hinge Pillar Max | 6 |
| Upper Dash | 6 |
| Right Lower Dash | 5 |
Intrusion is slightly higher on the passenger side compared to the driver side, but still within a range indicating good structural performance for the benz e class 2017.
Passenger and Driver injury measures in detail:
| Passenger Injury Measures | Measurement | Driver Injury Measures | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Head | ||
| HIC-15 | 205 | HIC-15 | 78 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | No Contact | Peak gs at hard contact | No Contact |
| Neck | Neck | ||
| Tension (kN) | 0.7 | Tension (kN) | 0.7 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 21 | Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 4 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.25 | Maximum Nij | 0.14 |
| Chest | Chest | ||
| Maximum Compression (mm) | 23 | Maximum Compression (mm) | 22 |
| Femur (kN) | Femur (kN) | ||
| Left | 0.8 | Left | 0.2 |
| Right | 2.0 | Right | 1.0 |
| Knee Displacement (mm) | Knee Displacement (mm) | ||
| Left | 4 | Left | 1 |
| Right | 2 | Right | 1 |
| Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | Knee-Thigh-Hip Injury Risk (%) | ||
| Left | 0 | Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 | Right | 0 |
| Maximum Tibia Index | Maximum Tibia Index | ||
| Left | 0.55 | Left | 0.25 |
| Right | 0.52 | Right | 0.39 |
| Tibia Axial Force (kN) | Tibia Axial Force (kN) | ||
| Left | 1.9 | Left | 0.2 |
| Right | 1.9 | Right | 2.8 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | Foot Acceleration (g) | ||
| Left | 72 | Left | 26 |
| Right | 111 | Right | 85 |
Injury measures for both passenger and driver remain low, reaffirming the benz e class 2017‘s strong crash protection.
Moderate Overlap Front Crash Test: Original Test
In the moderate overlap front test, a larger portion of the vehicle’s front end impacts the barrier. This test is more traditional and represents a significant portion of real-world frontal collisions.
The benz e class 2017 received another “Good” rating in the moderate overlap front test, demonstrating excellent protection in this common crash type.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Structure and Safety Cage | G |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Leg/Foot, Left | G |
| Leg/Foot, Right | G |
| Driver Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | G |
Technical measurements for moderate overlap front test:
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Footrest | 1 |
| Left Footwell | 1 |
| Center Footwell | 1 |
| Right Footwell | 0 |
| Brake Pedal | 1 |
| Instrument Panel Rearward Movement (Left) | 0 |
| Instrument Panel Rearward Movement (Right) | 0 |
| Steering Column Movement (Upward) | -3 |
| Steering Column Movement (Rearward) | -6 |
| A-Pillar Rearward Movement | 0 |
Minimal intrusion measurements again highlight the robust structure of the benz e class 2017.
Driver injury measures in detail:
| Driver Injury Measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 180 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | 13 |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 1.3 |
| Extension Bending Moment (Nm) | 6 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.26 |
| Chest | |
| Maximum Compression (mm) | 34 |
| Legs | |
| Femur Force – Left (kN) | 0.7 |
| Femur Force – Right (kN) | 0.9 |
| Knee Displacement – Left (mm) | 1 |
| Knee Displacement – Right (mm) | 1 |
| Maximum Tibia Index – Left | 0.27 |
| Maximum Tibia Index – Right | 0.31 |
| Tibia Axial Force – Left (kN) | 1.9 |
| Tibia Axial Force – Right (kN) | 2.7 |
| Foot Acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 40 |
| Right | 61 |
The injury measures are low across all areas, affirming the excellent occupant protection in a moderate overlap frontal crash for the benz e class 2017.
Side Crash Test: Original Test
The side crash test evaluates occupant protection in a side impact scenario, simulating a collision with another vehicle.
The benz e class 2017 achieved a “Good” overall rating in the side crash test, demonstrating its ability to protect occupants in side collisions.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Structure and Safety Cage | G |
| Driver Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | G |
| Torso | G |
| Pelvis/Leg | G |
| Driver Head Protection | G |
| Rear Passenger Injury Measures | |
| Head/Neck | G |
| Torso | G |
| Pelvis/Leg | G |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | G |
Technical measurements for side crash test:
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver’s seat | -23.0 |
The negative value indicates the crush stopped short of the seat centerline, a good result in side impact scenarios for the benz e class 2017.
Driver and Passenger injury measures in detail:
| Driver Injury Measures | Measurement | Passenger Injury Measures | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 158 | Head HIC-15 | 108 |
| Neck | Neck | ||
| Tension (kN) | 0.7 | Tension (kN) | 0.4 |
| Compression (kN) | 0.3 | Compression (kN) | 0.3 |
| Shoulder | Shoulder | ||
| Lateral Deflection (mm) | 28 | Lateral Deflection (mm) | 12 |
| Lateral Force (kN) | 1.2 | Lateral Force (kN) | 0.7 |
| Torso | Torso | ||
| Maximum Deflection (mm) | 32 | Maximum Deflection (mm) | 9 |
| Average Deflection (mm) | 27 | Average Deflection (mm) | 7 |
| Maximum Deflection Rate (m/s) | 3.53 | Maximum Deflection Rate (m/s) | 1.07 |
| Maximum Viscous Criterion (m/s) | 0.45 | Maximum Viscous Criterion (m/s) | 0.05 |
| Pelvis | Pelvis | ||
| Iliac Force (kN) | 1.0 | Iliac Force (kN) | 1.3 |
| Acetabulum Force (kN) | 1.6 | Acetabulum Force (kN) | 0.5 |
| Combined Force (kN) | 2.6 | Combined Force (kN) | 1.8 |
| Left Femur | Left Femur | ||
| L-M Force (kN) | 0.6 | L-M Force (kN) | 0.4 |
| L-M Moment (Nm) | 37 | L-M Moment (Nm) | 33 |
| A-P Moment (Nm) | 71 | A-P Moment (Nm) | 80 |
Low injury measures for both front and rear occupants in side impacts further solidify the benz e class 2017‘s safety credentials.
Roof Strength Test
The roof strength test assesses the roof’s ability to withstand forces in a rollover crash, crucial for occupant protection in such events.
The benz e class 2017 again achieved a “Good” rating in roof strength, demonstrating a strong roof structure capable of protecting occupants during rollovers.
| Overall evaluation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Curb Weight | 3,803 lbs |
| Peak Force | 23,517 lbs |
| Strength-to-Weight Ratio | 6.18 |
A strength-to-weight ratio of 6.18 is commendable, indicating the roof can withstand over six times the vehicle’s weight.
Head Restraints & Seats
Head restraints and seats are crucial for preventing neck injuries in rear-end collisions.
The benz e class 2017 with power leather seats earned a “Good” rating for head restraints & seats, both dynamically and geometrically.
| Overall evaluation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Dynamic Rating | G |
| Seat/Head Restraint Geometry | G |
Technical measurements for head restraints & seats:
| Seat type | Power leather seat |
|---|---|
| Geometry | |
| Backset (mm) | 22 |
| Distance below top of head (mm) | -30 |
| Seat design parameters | |
| Pass/Fail | Pass |
| Max T1 Acceleration (g) | 15.7 |
| Head contact time (ms) | 60 |
| Force rating | 1 |
| Neck forces | |
| Max neck shear force (N) | 0 |
| Max neck tension (N) | 480 |
These measurements confirm effective head restraint and seat design to minimize whiplash injuries in rear impacts for the benz e class 2017.
Headlights
Headlight performance is vital for nighttime driving safety. The benz e class 2017 was evaluated with two different headlight variations.
Trim level: E 300 with Premium II & III packages
This trim, equipped with LED projector low and high beams, curve-adaptive features, and high-beam assist, received a “Good” overall headlight rating.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | G |
| Low-beam headlight type | LED projector |
| High-beam headlight type | LED projector |
| Curve-adaptive? | Yes |
| High-beam assist? | Yes |
Technical measurements for Premium II & III package headlights:
| LOW BEAMS | Measurement | HIGH BEAMS | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straightaway right edge | 113.6 m | Straightaway right edge | 148.2 m |
| Straightaway left edge | 64.2 m | Straightaway left edge | 135.0 m |
| 250m radius right curve, right edge | 83.9 m | 250m radius right curve, right edge | 83.3 m |
| 250m radius left curve, left edge | 68.7 m | 250m radius left curve, left edge | 90.4 m |
| 150m radius right curve, right edge | 66.4 m | 150m radius right curve, right edge | 65.7 m |
| 150m radius left curve, left edge | 60.7 m | 150m radius left curve, left edge | 66.3 m |
Trim level: E 300 (Standard)
The standard E 300 trim, with LED projector low beams and LED reflector high beams, but without curve-adaptive or high-beam assist, achieved an “Acceptable” overall headlight rating.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | A |
| Low-beam headlight type | LED projector |
| High-beam headlight type | LED reflector |
| Curve-adaptive? | No |
| High-beam assist? | No |
Technical measurements for standard E 300 headlights:
| LOW BEAMS | Measurement | HIGH BEAMS | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straightaway right edge | 92.2 m | Straightaway right edge | 165.8 m |
| Straightaway left edge | 67.2 m | Straightaway left edge | 126.9 m |
| 250m radius right curve, right edge | 50.6 m | 250m radius right curve, right edge | 68.7 m |
| 250m radius left curve, left edge | 52.8 m | 250m radius left curve, left edge | 70.2 m |
| 150m radius right curve, right edge | 43.2 m | 150m radius right curve, right edge | 52.0 m |
| 150m radius left curve, left edge | 46.8 m | 150m radius left curve, left edge | 53.4 m |
While both headlight options provide good visibility, the premium package headlights offer superior performance, contributing to safer nighttime driving for the benz e class 2017.
Front Crash Prevention: Vehicle-to-Vehicle
Front crash prevention systems are increasingly important safety features, helping to avoid or mitigate frontal collisions. The benz e class 2017 offers two front crash prevention system variations.
Optional Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function (Premium 3 Package)
This optional system earned a “Superior” rating for vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention.
| Overall evaluation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Superior |
- Forward Collision Warning: Meets requirements.
- 12 mph test: Collision Avoided.
- 25 mph test: Collision Avoided.
Standard Active Brake Assist
The standard Active Brake Assist system also achieved a “Superior” rating.
| Overall evaluation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | Superior |
- Forward Collision Warning: Meets requirements.
- 12 mph test: Collision Avoided.
- 25 mph test: Collision Avoided.
Both standard and optional systems demonstrate excellent front crash prevention capabilities for the benz e class 2017, effectively avoiding collisions in tests at both 12 mph and 25 mph.
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH)
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease the installation of child safety seats, making them more secure and convenient.
The benz e class 2017 received a “Good” rating for its LATCH system.
| Overall evaluation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Evaluation | G |
| Vehicle Trim | E 300 |
| Seat Type | Leatherette |
The vehicle has two rear seating positions with complete LATCH hardware and one additional position with a tether anchor.
Details by seating position:
| Position | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Good | Tether anchor (easy-to-find), Lower anchors (not too deep, easy to attach & maneuver) |
| 2 | Good | Tether anchor (easy-to-find), Lower anchors (none available) |
| 3 | Good | Tether anchor (easy-to-find), Lower anchors (not too deep, easy to attach & maneuver) |
The benz e class 2017 provides easy-to-use LATCH systems in multiple rear seating positions, making it family-friendly and safe for child passengers.
Conclusion
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class demonstrates exceptional safety performance across a wide range of crash tests and preventative safety evaluations. Achieving top “Good” ratings in all crashworthiness categories, along with “Superior” ratings for front crash prevention systems, the benz e class 2017 stands out as a leader in vehicle safety. Whether considering frontal, side, rollover, or rear impacts, the E-Class 2017 is engineered to provide outstanding occupant protection. Furthermore, its advanced headlight options and user-friendly LATCH system for child seats enhance safety for all driving conditions and family needs. For those seeking a safe and luxurious vehicle, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2017 is a compelling choice, backed by rigorous testing and top safety accolades.
