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Mercedes-Benz E-Class: what's new?
06 Dec 2023
Released in autumn 2023, the new E-Class sales launch includes the Saloon and Estate, with rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions, and customers will be able to choose from petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid models.
A total of nine models were released at the launch, giving customers a wide range of choices right from the start. However, perhaps the most significant update is the upgraded equipment that now comes as standard.
AVANTGARDE
The standard equipment of the new E-Class has been significantly upgraded: metallic paintwork and flush-fitted doors are joined by Keyless-Go, Active Distance Assist, and Blind Spot Assist. On top of this, the AVANTGARDE equipment line for both the interior and exterior comes as standard.
The AVANTGARDE exterior combines design features such as light-alloy wheels (design and size depending on engine), chrome highlights, and the radiator grille with fine Mercedes-Benz pattern. Typical of the AVANTGARDE interior is the combination of digital and analogue luxury. Large displays and the multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather characterise the modern operating and display concept, which contrasts with a classic interior trim in open-pore ash wood.
The comprehensive AVANTGARDE Advanced Package is part of the standard equipment and complements the E-Class with some helpful extras. It includes, among other features, LED headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist, as well as 12.3-inch and 14.4-inch driver and central displays. Also on board is seat heating for the two front seats and a rear bench backrest that folds down at the touch of a button, thus creating a bigger load compartment. Smartphones can be comprehensively integrated into the MBUX system and charged wirelessly while driving. The pre-installation for MBUX Entertainment Plus enables drivers to access numerous apps from the Mercedes me Store via MBUX.
The optional AVANTGARDE Advanced Plus Package adds further highlights to the equipment, such as MBUX supporting augmented reality for navigation. Navigation and traffic information are integrated into live images on the central display, while the 360° camera with a bird's-eye, all-around view provides further assistance for the driver when parking. DIGITAL LIGHT constantly adjusts the illumination of the road to the lighting conditions, the traffic situation, the course of the road, and the weather.
EXCLUSIVE
The EXCLUSIVE equipment line with an upright Mercedes-Benz star on the bonnet and the radiator grilled with three horizontal twin louvres give the E-Class a classic appearance. Fine trim elements and open-pore wood with aluminium trim create a luxurious ambience in the EXCLUSIVE interior. This character is underlined by the EXCLUSIVE Premium Package with its many high-quality optional extras. In addition to numerous driving assistance systems, the Active Ambient Lighting also visualises the music being played. The Burmester® 4D surround sound system elevates the audio experience in the E-Class to a new level. Thanks to noise-insulating acoustic glazing, passengers enjoy a 360-degree sound experience largely undisturbed by noise from the outside world.
The optional EXCLUSIVE Premium Plus Package fulfils almost all equipment wishes. In addition to the contents of the Premium Package, it comprises these safety and comfort features: DIGITAL LIGHT with projection function and Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, illuminated radiator grille, panoramic sliding sunroof, head-up display, MBUX Interior Assistant and THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control with four climate zones and Digital Vent Control automatic air vents.
The distinctive styling of AMG Line Exterior allows a preference for dynamic design to be expressed. Highlights include the AMG front apron in A-wing design and the rear apron in diffuser look. AMG light-alloy wheels emphasise the athletic appearance. The AMG Line Interior (included in the price of AMG Line Exterior) also highlights the E-Class’s sportiness. For example, the multifunction sport steering wheel in nappa leather, which is flat at the bottom and perforated in the grip area, enhances the dynamic expression of the interior. The sport seats have pronounced side bolsters for good lateral support, and their head restraints have an integral look. Equipment packages that build on one another are also available for the E-Class with AMG Line, and underline the individual character of the vehicle.
Additional extras
An illuminated radiator grille is optionally available for all lines. At night or at dusk, four LED modules send white light through the fibre optics. While driving, the radiator frame is illuminated in combination with the dipped beam. When stationary, the radiator grille adds another level of staging to the Coming Home and Leaving Home scenarios.
On request, the new E-Class Saloon is available with the Technology Package. This includes the all-round AIRMATIC air suspension system with ADS+ continuously adjustable damping and rear-axle steering. As a mild hybrid model, the Estate has an air-sprung rear axle as standard. The full-support AIRMATIC with ADS+ air suspension can be ordered for it as an option.
The features of the Driving Assistance Package Plus include Active Steering Assist, which assists with staying in lane. As already on motorways, the E-Class can now also restart automatically in city traffic and on country roads after a longer standstill. Another new feature: if Active Steering Assist is no longer available because the lane markings are not clearly visible, it signals this to the driver by vibrations in the steering wheel.
The dashboard shapes the digital experience in the interior. The 3D driver display immediately brings warnings and functions of the driver assistance systems into the driver's view with striking depth and shadow effects. It also expands the ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection to include a micro-sleep warning. If the E-Class is equipped with the optional front passenger screen, the large glass surface of the MBUX Superscreen extends to the central display. A selfie and video camera is part of this optional extra.