Mercedes-Benz is taking a big step into the future with the new E-Class. The tenth-generation executive saloon delivers stylish highlights with its distinct, emotive design and high-grade, exclusive interior. This new E-Class also marks the world premiere of numerous technical innovations which enable comfortable, safe driving on a new level plus a new dimension in driver assistance.

The vehicle comes complete with infotainment and control systems offering an all-new experience. Likewise exemplary is an entirely newly developed diesel engine which sets efficiency benchmarks in this segment in conjunction with lightweight construction and optimum aerodynamic figures.

An optional new multi-chamber air suspension system additionally ensures outstanding ride comfort together with first-class driving dynamics. The sum total of its innovations, including the active lane-change assistant which allows the driver to effortlessly steer into the selected lane, makes the E-Class the most intelligent saloon in the executive class.

The new E-Class is sophisticated, confidently stylish and dynamic. Compared with its predecessor, its wheelbase length has grown by 65mm and its overall length by 43mm. The resulting increase in space is to the benefit of all passengers. The basis for agile handling characteristics is provided by an increased track width. With minor exceptions, the boot capacity has been maintained at the excellent level of the previous model.

The design of the new E-Class is characterised by hallmark Mercedes saloon proportions. The elongated bonnet coupled with a coupé-esque roof flowing into a sensual, broad-shouldered tail end creates an exciting silhouette. The powerfully extended vehicle body of the new E-Class is characterised by short overhangs, a long wheelbase, large wheels and taut well-defined flanks displaying a fresh, stylish and dynamic interpretation of the feature line. It thus systematically embodies the Mercedes-Benz design philosophy of sensual purity.

The new E-Class clearly shows a muscular front end that boasts a different look for each design and equipment line. The base version features the classic Mercedes radiator grille with the star on the bonnet, as does the Exclusive line – albeit in an even more elaborate fashion. The Avantgarde and AMG line models are identifiable by the sports radiator grille with a large Mercedes star as its centrepiece. Each of the radiator grille designs lends the E-Class a distinct character – elegant and with an emphasis on status or dynamically elegant – offering a unique degree of diversity that makes each different model stand out.

At the rear end, broad shoulders above the rear wheel arches lend the E-Class its unmistakably powerful character. Single-piece tail lights featuring a two-bar design framed by the vehicle body clearly identify the E-Class as a new member of the Mercedes saloon family. Optionally, the tail lights provide an additional highlight reminiscent of the Milky Way or the glow of a jet engine. This effect is created by innovative reflector technology with a specially configured surface structure for the tail lights and is making its debut appearance in the new E-Class.

Mercedes-Benz’s new assistance and safety systems enhance safety, comfort and driver assistance to new levels

The interior of the new E-Class embodies the synthesis of emotion and intelligence. Optional extras include two brilliant next-generation high-resolution displays, each with a wide screen diagonal of 12.3 inches – unique in this segment. Beneath their shared glass cover, the two displays visually conflate into a wide-screen cockpit that seems to be hovering in thin air, creating a central element that emphasises the horizontal orientation of the interior design. As the instrument cluster, this wide-screen cockpit contains a large display with virtual instruments in the direct field of vision of the driver as well as a central display above the centre console.

In a first for a car, the steering wheel features touch-sensitive touch controls. Like a smartphone interface, they respond precisely to horizontal and vertical swiping movements, allowing the driver to control the entire infotainment system using finger swipes without having to take their hands off the steering wheel.

Further controls for the infotainment system are provided in the shape of a touchpad with controller in the centre console, which can even recognise handwriting, and the Linguatronic voice control system. There are also direct-access buttons for controlling functions such as the air-conditioning system or – in another first – for convenient activation and deactivation of certain driving assistance systems.

A new, intelligent graphic design with high-resolution visualisations and animations, together with a simplified logic, further enhances this all-new operating experience. At the same time, the occupants enjoy a sensual interior with spacious architecture, which combines the elegance of the luxury class with sportiness.

A further highlight of the new E-Class is its seats. Their ergonomic, sculptural form combines Mercedes-Benz’s hallmark suitability for long journeys with a refined, sporty look, featuring a unique design for each line. Other new features in this segment are a heat comfort package including heated armrests in the doors and on the centre console and the quickly responding seat heating plus.

At launch, the E 200 model of the new E-Class will be available with a four-cylinder petrol engine while the E 220 d will be powered by an all-new four-cylinder diesel engine. The E 350 d with six-cylinder diesel will follow.

Further model variants will be added to the range after the market launch, including the E 350 e featuring hybrid technology. The plug-in hybrid impresses with its dynamism and efficiency, allowing around 30 kilometres of all-electric and therefore locally emission-free driving.

All models available at market launch are equipped as standard with the new 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission. It enables fast gear changes and allows low engine revs, which has a particularly beneficial effect on efficiency and noise levels.

Mercedes-Benz’s new assistance and safety systems enhance safety, comfort and driver assistance to new levels. Active brake assist is fitted as standard. It is able to warn the driver of impending collisions, provide optimum support with emergency braking and if necessary also autonomously apply the brakes. In addition to slower-moving, stopping or stationary vehicles, it can also detect pedestrians crossing the danger zone ahead of the vehicle. Likewise included as standard are attention assist with adjustable sensitivity, which can warn the driver of inattentiveness and drowsiness, and crosswind assist, which can assist the driver by substantially reducing the effects of strong crosswinds to prevent the vehicle from drifting too far off track.

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