Mercedes E-class W213 2016-2023 Facelift Kit to W214 AMG E53

This is a GBT restyling kit that converts the Mercedes E-Class W213 sedan from 2016–2023 to look like the new-generation W214 in AMG E53 style: new front and rear bumpers, headlights, hood, front fenders, tail lights and trunk lid; there are no side skirts in the kit. Base color — for painting, installation — into the factory mounting points.

Which W213 models the kit fits

These are not overlays for the factory bumpers, but a replacement of exterior body parts at the front and rear. Manufacturer — GBT (China). The product page has photos of each part and a video.

What’s included

In the specifications, the contents are marked as “see photo”. In the kit photo:

• front bumper assembly with radiator grille with vertical slats and side air intakes;
• headlights — 2 pcs.;
• hood;
• front fenders — 2 pcs.;
• rear bumper with diffuser and four round exhaust tips;
• tail lights with a light strip across the trunk lid and wiring for them;
• trunk lid;
• brackets and mounting hardware.

The hood, fenders and trunk lid are not extra here: the W214 has a different front-end shape and different tail lights, so without new panels the new-generation look doesn’t come together. There are no side skirts in the kit — the side of the body remains stock. There are also no parking sensors or cameras in the set: the rear bumper shows locations for sensors, the factory ones are transferred from your bumpers. Before painting, check whether the holes are already cut out or only marked.

Compatibility: W213 sedan 2016–2023

The kit is intended for the W213 sedan — both pre-facelift and after the 2020 update: bumpers, headlights and tail lights are replaced completely. The rear bumper and trunk lid in the set are from the sedan; for the S213 wagon and C238 coupe, check compatibility with the manager. Before ordering, tell the manager the model year and trim (Avantgarde, AMG Line, E43, E53) or VIN. If the car has adaptive headlights, a camera or a distance radar, discuss in advance what is transferred and how to the new parts.

Painting and installation

Base color — “for painting”: the bumpers, hood, fenders and trunk lid are painted in body color. Practical tip: first test-fit the parts on the car and set the gaps, and only then paint — this way you won’t have to repaint individual elements. These are full bodywork jobs: replacing the hood, fenders, bumpers, trunk lid and lighting, connecting the new tail lights. During the conversion, mounts, liners, connectors and electronics are checked, so it’s worth entrusting the work to a body shop with restyling experience and an auto electrician. The kit can be installed at the network of certified DD Tuning service centers — the manager will suggest the nearest center.

E53 or E63: how to tell the difference and what to choose

The E53 and E63 styles are easiest to tell apart from the rear: on the E53 the exhaust tips are round, on the E63 they are square. This kit has four round tips. If switching to the new generation isn’t needed and you only want sportier bumpers, for the pre-facelift W213 there is the AMG E63 body kit (2016–2020) — front bumper, grille and diffuser with tips, and for 2020–2024 — the AMG E63 front bumper. These parts refresh the look but do not change the lighting or the generation.

What to pair with

• Premium textile floor mats for W213 — the kit does not change the interior.
• Stingray Premium rubber floor mats.
• Other sets — in the body kits for W213 section and in the general catalog of restyling kits.

The description was prepared with the help of AI based on analysis of over 1 million phone calls between DD Tuning managers and customers and the company knowledge base. We collected the questions customers ask most often and answers verified in practice.