Mercedes-Benz E 250d vs Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Suv · Diesel

vs

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Suv · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5 L/100km

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Car B

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

The Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro leans into reliability and space, making it well suited to growing families and road trips. Strong cargo capacity and a steady V6 outshine its thirst and limited appeal for city or performance driving.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety270 hp

Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 74 / 88

City 36 / 24

Budget / value 56 / 50

Road trip 65 / 78

Performance 27 / 27

Cargo 38 / 70

Practical 57 / 59

Premium 57 / 37

Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 250d · Orange = Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 250d Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price
Diesel powertrain is not the best match for mostly short, urban trips
If you want a performance-focused drive, quicker and sharper rivals exist
The listed price of 55,000 may stretch cost-first shoppers
No electrified driving here; this model is diesel-only

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Reliability ranks highest in its signals, supporting long-term ownership.
Huge 1100-liter cargo area suits gear-heavy weekends and travel.
Five-seat layout works well for growing families.
V6 with 270 hp and 370 Nm provides confident everyday pace (7.5 s 0–100 km/h).
Combined consumption of 12.3 is on the high side.
City driving is a weak use case in the model’s signals.
Not aimed at performance driving; acceleration and top speed won’t thrill enthusiasts.
Price around 49,995 may sit above some buyers’ targets.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 250d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz E 250d uses 5.0 L/100km vs 12.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro if…

More power

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro puts out 270 hp vs 194 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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