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The 2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a large Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $99,900 for the Classic variant and topping out at $169,500 for the Avantgarde variant.
There are 3 variants of the E-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2002.
The 2002 E-Class was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class include 2.6L v6 (130kW/240Nm), 3.0L v6 (170kW/300Nm), 3.2L v6 (165kW/315Nm) and 5.0L v8 (225kW/460Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic or 7-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. 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 Avantgarde.
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2025
$134,100
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,818 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,822 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,854 mm |
| Load Capacity | 535 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.
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic variant that starts from $99,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Avantgarde variant that starts from $169,500.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic variant which measures 1822mm wide, 4818mm in length and sits 1452mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 225kW of power and 460nm of torque are the Elegance and Avantgarde variants.
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 2250 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.