Top E-Class Accessories — Quick List
| Accessory | Top Pick | Price | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floor Mats | WeatherTech FloorLiner | $179–$219 | Day 1 |
| Dash Cam | Garmin Dash Cam 57 | $149–$199 | Day 1 |
| Phone Mount | iOttie Easy One Touch 5 | $29–$49 | Day 1 |
| Wireless CarPlay | Carlinkit 5.0 | $49–$79 | Week 1 |
| Trunk Liner | WeatherTech CargoBiner | $89–$129 | Week 1 |
| Seat Covers | Covercraft SeatSavers | $179–$249 | Month 1 |
| Interior Trim | Carbon fiber panels | $129–$249 | Month 1+ |
The E-Class is Mercedes' most popular model globally — a long-wheelbase luxury sedan that's equally at home on a highway commute and in a hotel driveway. The accessories that work best for E-Class owners are ones that protect the premium interior without compromising the comfort and refinement that make the car worth owning. This page covers the W213 (2016–2023) and W214 (2024–present) generations with specific notes on model-year differences.
1. Floor Mats — The E-Class Carpet Problem
The W213 E-Class has a particularly light-colored Anthracite wool-blend carpet on most trim levels — it looks beautiful in the showroom and shows every footprint by the second week. WeatherTech FloorLiners ($179–$219) solve this completely. The fit is vehicle-specific for the W213 — deep driver-side wells that wrap up the sides, full passenger coverage, rear mats that cover the transmission hump.
One note for E-Class wagon (S213) owners: the cargo area requires a separate trunk liner — the cargo floor dimensions are different from the sedan. The WeatherTech Cargo Liner for the E-Class wagon ($89–$129) covers the full flat load floor and wraps up the rear seat backs when folded.
2. Dash Cam — Garmin for Luxury Sedans
For the E-Class, we recommend the Garmin Dash Cam 57 over the Vantrue E1 Lite — the Garmin's slightly cleaner interface and voice-command activation ("OK Garmin, save video") suit an E-Class driver better than a button-press approach while driving a comfort-focused sedan. Image quality is 1440p, superior for reading plates. Compact, mounts cleanly in the shade band at the top of the windshield behind the rearview mirror.
For E-Class owners wanting 4K or a front+rear setup: the Thinkware U1000 with the rear camera kit ($249–$329) is the best dual-channel option. The rear camera is small enough to mount in the rear window center, and the cable routes cleanly along the headliner and D-pillar trim on the W213 wagon — practically invisible once done.
3. Wireless CarPlay — Generation-Specific
The W213 E-Class CarPlay situation depends on build date. Cars built before mid-2019 have the Command Online NTG 5.5 system — no CarPlay at all, no retrofit path. Cars from mid-2019 onward received MBUX with wired CarPlay. The W214 (2024+) has wireless CarPlay built in.
If you have a 2019–2023 W213 with wired CarPlay: the Carlinkit 5.0 ($49–$79) plugs into the USB-A port in the center console armrest and converts to wireless. On our test E450, CarPlay launches in under five seconds after starting the car. No lag, no dropouts. This is one of the highest-value $60 upgrades you can make to a 2019–2023 E-Class.
4. Phone Mount — E-Class Console Compatibility
The W213 E-Class center console has a narrow vent array — the driver-side vent is the correct mount point for a vent-clip phone mount. The iOttie Easy One Touch 5 clips onto the fin without obstructing the full vent function. The phone sits at eye level without blocking the instrument cluster or the central MBUX screen. For W214 owners: the new console design has a different vent layout — verify vent fin dimensions before ordering a vent clip mount.
5. Seat Covers — Preserving Nappa or MB-Tex
The E-Class is available with MB-Tex synthetic leather on base trims, genuine leather on mid-spec, and Nappa leather on AMG Line and Exclusive builds. The investment in the seat material rises quickly — Nappa leather is a $1,500–$2,500 option and shows wear at the entry points and bolsters. Covercraft SeatSavers ($179–$249 front pair) are cut to fit E-Class sport seats and standard comfort seats separately. They cover the entry point (where you slide in) and the bolsters without interfering with seat heating or ventilation.
6. Ambient Lighting — E-Class Standard on Most Trims
Good news for W213 E-Class owners: ambient lighting was standard on AMG Line and Exclusive trims and optional on base trims from 2016 onward. The E-Class got 64-color MBUX-integrated ambient lighting from the 2019 refresh. If your car doesn't have it, check with a dealer whether the hardware is present — many Sport and base-trim W213s have the wiring harness installed but need a coding activation. The W214 has ambient lighting on all trim levels from the factory.
7. Interior Trim Upgrade — Center Console Carbon
The W213 E-Class center console and dashboard trim panels are available in piano black, open-pore wood, or AMG-specific trim on upper configurations. Base-spec piano black scratches and shows fingerprints. Aftermarket carbon fiber console trim panels ($129–$249) are press-fit replacements that improve the look of the center console, gear surround, and door cards significantly. See our full guide on Mercedes interior upgrades for installation details.
W213 vs W214: What Changes for Accessories
Floor mats: Different part numbers — W214 has a wider footwell. CarPlay: W214 has wireless built-in, W213 2019+ needs the Carlinkit adapter. Dash cam: W214 has a different rearview mirror surround — check mirror dimensions before ordering. Phone mount: W214 vent layout differs — verify fitment before purchasing a vent-clip mount. Ambient lighting: Standard on all W214 trims; varies by trim on W213.
FAQ
What are the best accessories for an E-Class?
WeatherTech FloorLiners (day 1 carpet protection), Garmin Dash Cam 57 (mounted behind mirror, 1440p), and a Carlinkit wireless CarPlay adapter if you have a 2019–2023 W213. Under $450 total for three high-impact upgrades.
Does the E-Class have wireless CarPlay?
W214 (2024+) yes, built-in. W213 2019–2023 has wired CarPlay — add wireless via Carlinkit 5.0. W213 pre-2019 has no CarPlay and no clean retrofit.
What floor mats fit the E-Class?
WeatherTech and 3D MAXpider both make vehicle-specific E-Class mats. Order by exact year — W213 and W214 have different part numbers. Sedan and wagon also differ for trunk liners.
Is the used W213 E-Class a good buy?
Yes — one of the best values in used luxury sedans. 2019–2021 E300/E450 hits the sweet spot: MBUX CarPlay, post-facelift reliability, and strong residuals that have stabilized. See our full guide: Best Year Mercedes E-Class to Buy.
See also: Best Floor Mats for Mercedes · Best Dash Cams · Best Year E-Class to Buy
