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The 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a large Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $103,700 for the Classic variant and topping out at $204,780 for the E 55 variant.
There are 4 variants of the E-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-1995.
The 1999 E-Class was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class include 2.4L v6 (125kW/225Nm), 2.8L v6 (150kW/270Nm), 3.2L v6 (165kW/315Nm), 4.3L v8 (205kW/400Nm) and 5.5L v8 (260kW/530Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Classic and the most expensive being E 55.
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2025
$134,100
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,818 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,799 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,833 mm |
| Load Capacity | 500 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mercedes-Benz E-Class Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic variant that starts from $103,700.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E 55 variant that starts from $204,780.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 2100 kg offered by the following variants: Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic variant which measures 1799mm wide, 4839mm in length and sits 1506mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E 55 variant which has 260kW of power and 530nm of torque.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Elegance variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2290 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.