New Mercedes Benz E-Class unveiled with bigger inside forward of electrical transition

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its newest E-Class sedan, set to hit the worldwide market within the upcoming months. This sixth-generation mannequin is among the many previous couple of inside combustion engine automobiles the automaker will produce earlier than shifting to an all-electric lineup. Together with this vital transition, the brand new E-Class boasts a bigger measurement in comparison with its predecessor, leading to a extra spacious inside.

The newest E-Class additionally boasts an up to date vary of drivetrains, together with revamped petrol-electric plug-in hybrid programs out there in choose markets, now that includes a bigger battery and an prolonged electrical vary of as much as 115km (WLTP). Initially, the brand new E-Class will supply a choice of four- and six-cylinder petrol and diesel engines, all paired with a 9-speed automated transmission as commonplace. Energy output for these engines ranges between 196hp and 375hp.

All petrol and diesel engine variants come outfitted with 48-volt mild-hybrid know-how, with an built-in starter motor mounted on the gearbox delivering extra energy and torque whereas enabling coasting properties for higher gas effectivity.

Whereas most new E-Class fashions will function commonplace metal spring suspension, higher-end fashions will likely be outfitted with an improved model of Mercedes-Benz’s AirMatic air suspension.

The brand new E-Class follows the design lineage of Mercedes’ different two mainstream sedans, the S-Class and C-Class, whereas sustaining its conventional aesthetic. The sedan sports activities a bigger grille, extra outlined headlamps, and an elongated hood in comparison with its predecessor. Mercedes provides numerous styling packages and AMG-line trims to additional improve the E-Class’s visible enchantment.

Inside, the cabin receives a complete overhaul with a extra modern digital interface, improved consolation, and premium supplies, aligning with the automaker’s push to place the standard sedan as a logo of luxurious. The dashboard contains a 12.3-inch instrument show and a 14.4-inch portrait-style infotainment show as commonplace, whereas consumers can go for Mercedes-Benz’s new Superscreen.

The brand new E-Class (W214) additionally introduces Degree 4 autonomous know-how, together with driverless valet parking, beforehand unique to the S-Class. This operate is accessible as an possibility in markets that allow it, comparable to Germany.

Furthermore, the sixth-generation E-Class sedan and wagon sit on an up to date model of Mercedes-Benz’s Modular Rear Structure (MRA) platform, offering added rigidity in comparison with the outgoing mannequin. The E-Class All Terrain may even be a part of the lineup subsequent 12 months, however there will not be a coupe or convertible because the C-Class and E-Class fashions will mix to type a brand new mannequin known as the CLE. An extended-wheelbase sedan may even be unveiled within the coming months.

In India, the brand new E-Class (W214) will solely be out there within the long-wheelbase iteration, just like the outgoing mannequin offered in China and India. Based on AutoCar India, a media publication, Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that India is the one right-hand drive marketplace for the LWB E-Class, and the brand new mannequin will debut across the second half of 2024 after the usual wheelbase mannequin’s launch.

 

 

 

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