Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+ Night Edition Premium Plus review: In the time you take to read its full title, the car is at 62mph

Let’s address the elephant in the room first then; the E 53 is not the same as the E 63 that came before it - (Mercedes)

Let’s address the elephant in the room first then. The E 53 is not the same as the E 63 that came before it. It has just as many qualities, but the priorities are completely different. The E 53 is more ‘green planet’ focused with plug-in hybrid technology, a low carbon emissions figure and an attractive BiK rating for any lucky business drivers. Let’s address the elephant in the room first then. The E 53 is not the same as the E 63 that came before it.

Yet, don’t be fooled into thinking it lacks firepower. This beautifully-styled four-door saloon can blast its way from 0-62mph in a very rapid 3.8 seconds.