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2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class First Drive: Innovations On the Road

The latest addition to the E-Class lineup is the Routines feature. This unique feature allows you to personalize your driving experience. You can customize the cabin lighting, adjust the HVAC settings, and even control the seat heaters based on specific triggers like external temperature. Say goodbye to manually adjusting these settings!

Mercedes is also looking to integrate Routines with their ChatGPT technology, which was recently introduced in beta. While this integration might sound unsettling to some, it will likely remain optional for the time being.

Now, let’s shift gears and focus on performance. In the United States, the new E-Class will be available in two versions. The first is the E350 4MATIC, equipped with a 2.9-liter inline-four cylinder engine and a 48-volt mild hybrid system. This combination delivers 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Moving up the lineup, we have the E450 4MATIC, featuring a larger 3.0-liter inline-six engine and the same hybrid system. This more powerful option offers an impressive 475 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. It’s worth noting that every E-Class model comes with hybrid technology, although a plug-in model will not be initially available in the United States.

Both models are paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and feature 4MATIC all-wheel drive for enhanced traction and stability.

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New Mercedes E-Class Estate offers more space and digital apps

Mercedes is set to release the new E-Class Estate this autumn, featuring increased rear passenger space, enhanced technology, and a range of third-party apps. The new model will be sold alongside the Mercedes E-Class Saloon, which was unveiled earlier this year. Compared to its predecessor, the E-Class Estate is 28mm wider and has a 22mm longer wheelbase of 2961mm.

One of the standout features of the E-Class Estate is its spaciousness. With 615 litres of cargo space, it falls just short of the Volvo V90’s 650 litres and surpasses the Audi A6 Avant’s 586 litres. Folding down the seats allows for a maximum storage capacity of 1830 litres. The plug-in hybrid models offer 460 litres of boot space, which expands to 1675 litres when the seats are folded due to the battery placement.

In terms of design, the E-Class Estate has received a refresh, featuring gloss black elements inspired by the all-electric EQS model range. The new model also boasts a sleeker roofline and a black panel that stretches from the radiator to the headlights.

Continuing the technology-focused approach, Mercedes has equipped the E-Class Estate with the latest generation of its MBUX infotainment system. This system includes features such as augmented reality, voice assistant, and online music streaming. In addition, a suite of digital apps like TikTok, Angry Birds, and Zoom is available. An AI system is present as well, learning the driver’s habits and suggesting relevant functions.

As for autonomous capabilities, the E-Class Estate offers level-four driverless tech with an optional driverless valet parking function, previously exclusive to the S-Class. This feature will be available in markets like Germany, where it is permitted by law.

The new E-Class Estate will initially offer a range of longitudinally mounted four- and six-cylinder petrol and diesel engines, all with 48V mild-hybrid electrification. The power outputs range from 194bhp to 375bhp, and all engines come with a nine-speed automatic gearbox as standard. Furthermore, a plug-in hybrid variant will be available, featuring a 24.1kWh battery that offers up to 62 miles of electric-only range.

For improved ride comfort, the estate comes with single-chamber air suspension at the rear as standard, with the option to upgrade to the Airmatic system with adjustable damping. The E-Class Estate has a towing capacity of up to 2.1 tonnes.

Motorsport

New Mercedes E-Class All-Terrain Spotted at Traffic Light

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has recently been launched with a new design, advanced powertrain options, and innovative technologies. While the sedan version is already out, the automaker is still working on other iterations of the E-Class, such as the regular wagon and the raised E-Class All-Terrain. A camouflaged prototype of the latter has been captured on public roads in Germany, showing the car waiting at a traffic light in a short video.

The prototype vehicle has German registration plates, with the last digits suggesting that it is a part of the test fleet we’ve seen in the past. Though not much has been modified on the exterior since the previous spy shots, the new video does give us a glimpse of the rugged wagon in motion.