Acura TL vs Mercedes-Benz E320
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Mercedes-Benz E320
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | E320 BlueTEC |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | diesel fuel |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | diesel |
| Model year | 2014 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,030 (best) | $54,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 210 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,726 lbs (best) | 3,860 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | 4.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.4 in (best) |
| Length | 194 in (best) | 191 in |
| Width | 74 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Mercedes-Benz E320E320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TL | Mercedes-Benz E320 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $36,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E320 BlueTEC $54,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Special Edition $37,530 MSRP | — |
| 3 | SH-AWD $39,580 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 5 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 6 | SH-AWD $45,510 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,760 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Advance Package $41,960 MSRP | — |
Acura TL vs Mercedes-Benz E320 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TL or 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TL vs 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TL or 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Acura TL starts lower at $36,030.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TL or 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,030).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TL or 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320?
- The 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TL or 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320?
- The 2014 Acura TL leads on horsepower in this comparison (305).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TL vs 2009 Mercedes-Benz E320?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TL (4/5 NHTSA overall).