Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213)
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213 and S213) series represent the fifth-generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class range of executive cars, including sedan (W213) and station wagon (S213) configurations. Sold from two thousand sixteen (as a two thousand seventeen model), it is the successor to the W212/S212 E-Class models. A high-performance E63 AMG version of the W213 and S213 has been available as well from two thousand sixteen (as a two thousand seventeen model).
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Two.0L OM654 Turbo Diesel I4
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Since the mid 1990s, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class had been tooled with quad headlights and a differentiated design compared to the C-Class and S-Class. With the two thousand seventeen model, Mercedes determined to take a more streamlined direction, very first seen with the two thousand fourteen E-Class mid-generational refresh and then going in an entirely fresh direction with the all-new two thousand seventeen model. [Three]
Launched in spring two thousand sixteen following a world debut at the two thousand sixteen North American International Auto Showcase in January, the two thousand seventeen E-Class is the most technologically advanced car Mercedes has ever produced at the time. [Four]
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Mercedes-Benz claimed the entire development process spread over forty eight months. In that time, it produced 1,200 prototypes and driven a combined twelve million kilometres in some of the world’s harshest conditions, from sub-zero temperatures in the snow through to the world’s best deserts. [Five] In testing the car, Mercedes-Benz also had its prototypes conduct over Ten,000 autonomous braking procedures and Five,000 automated lane switches as part of the Distronic suite of semi-autonomous driving features. [6] Moreover, it took 1,200 engineers to make the two thousand seventeen E-Class. [7]
After Mercedes-Benz invested close to €1 Billion into the development of the extensive refresh to the two thousand fourteen mid-life facelift of W212 E-Class, [8] most likely the most expensive mid-life facelift in the history of the automobile, [9] the next generation E-Class was unveiled at the two thousand sixteen North American International Auto Showcase. [Ten] The two thousand seventeen E-Class has a design similar to that of the larger W222 S-Class and the smaller W205 C-Class. [11] While the W212 E-Class had a tighter surface and stiffer edges, the fresh model is curvier and more flowing. [12] An official design sketch was released in late December 2015, which confirmed that the fresh E-Class mirrors the styling of the C-Class and S-Class. [13] Official photos of the W213 were leaked on the internet on four January two thousand sixteen ahead of its unveiling. [14]
Stylistically, the two thousand seventeen E-Class followed the latest C-Class, the GLA, and the S-Class coupé. Its front end features Mercedes’ familiar bullet-shaped headlights and an upright grille, while its rear end gets a pair of LED taillights, with similarities to the two thousand fourteen E-Class models, [15] that extend into the quarter panels. [16] As on other latest models, the two thousand seventeen E-Class features two distinct front-end treatments: a traditional chrome grille and a more sporting blade grille. [Four] The aerodynamic efficiency have been refined as the haul coefficient improved from 0.25 in the previous model to a class-leading 0.23. [17]
The inwards of the two thousand seventeen E-Class was unveiled of a movie released by Mercedes-Benz in December 2015. The interior mounts two 12.3-inch utter HD screens housed within a single unit. [Eighteen] Most E-Class models will receive the widescreen set-up as standard. However, base Avantgarde versions will feature traditional analogue dials with a seven-inch multi-information display, along with an 8.4-inch central infotainment screen. [Nineteen] Mercedes-Benz claimed a very first for the automotive industry, adding a pair of touch-sensitive control buttons on the steering wheel, which react to finger swipes to control the car’s infotainment system. [20] The more traditional Instruction controller is also retained on the centre console. [Nineteen] The interior was previewed on the Concept IAA (Intelligent Aerodynamic Automobile) that Mercedes showcased in September two thousand fifteen at the Frankfurt auto display. [21]
Engine options for the W213 E-Class will see a major update, thanks to the switch to inline-6 engines from the current V6 engines, [22] along a fresh generation of four-cylinder diesel engines (OM654) and existing four-cylinder petrol engines (M274). [Four] All engines, save for the AMG V8, will come with Mercedes’ 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic gearbox as standard. Alongside standard rear-wheel drive, selected engines will be suggested with optional four-wheel drive. [Four]
The fifth-generation model was very first released in the saloon configuration, which went on sale in the summer 2016, while an Estate, suggesting a similar 695-litre luggage capacity to its predecessor, is due to go on sale towards the end of 2016. [Four] A two-door Coupe will arrive in 2017, before the Convertible completes the line-up towards the end of 2017. [23]
W212 facelift comparison Edit
The fifth-generation model, codenamed W213, adopts Mercedes’ modular MRA platform, as used by the latest C-Class and S-Class models. The W213 E-Class grew 43mm in length to 4923mm. Wheelbase was also extended 65mm to 2939mm, resulting in shorter overhangs. This E-Class is 2mm narrower and 6mm lower than its predecessor. [17] The enhanced use of high-strength steel and aluminium is claimed to make the car up to one hundred kg lighter than the W212 E-Class. [Four]
The W213 E-Class features the Voluptuous Purity design philosophy, a design philosophy previously used on the larger W222 S-Class (2013) and the smaller W205 C-Class (2014). [24] However, the W213 E-Class is seen as an evolution of the facelifted version of W212 (2013), as the two vehicles share several design traits. [25]
The W213 E-Class’ front bumper is reminiscent of the facelifted W212’s optional sport kit (dubbed the AMG Sports Package), as its governed by two air intakes united by a mesh grille. Compared to the standard front bumper of the W212, which is similar to the one used on the W205 C-Class, the fresh E-Class’ proposal is more aggressive, composed and ordinary. [26] The classic iconic grille, has simpler, flowing lines, with a more imposing presence on W213, while the sport variant (with the big logo in the middle) isn’t so different from the W212. The S-Class inspired, sweptback and rather compact headlights are the styling feature of the fresh model. [26]
On both cars the doors sit pretty high, squeezing the windows, but the W212 masks this “trait” with a subtle slope towards the headlights. In fact, on the profile of the facelifted W212, it still retains the edgy lines that came out in 2009. [26] At the back, the W213 adopted a fresh design for the lights similar to the S-Class. However, the tailpipes finishers are similar to the ones found on the W212, with the rear bumper keeping its overall form. [26]
The W213’s technology was previewed at a technical presentation in July 2015. [27] [28] The launch of the two thousand seventeen E-Class spotted Mercedes budge a step closer to autonomous driving, with nine all-new or comprehensively updated driver assistance systems to feature. The car took many of the features seen in the latest S-Class and took them on to a fresh level. [Four]
Autonomous driving Edit
A number of sensors, cameras and radars has permitted semi-automated driving. There may be fewer sensors and cameras than before (12 and four respectively over the W212 model), but they all feature enlargened functionality which reduces cost and complexity. [29]
The next level of Drive Pilot (codenamed Intelligent Drive) featured on the two thousand seventeen E-Class enables the car to negotiate leans on the motorway, while maintaining a safe distance from slower moving vehicles in front at up to speeds of one hundred thirty mph. [30] The system is not a palms free operation and an audible alert will prompt the driver into regaining control if the car detects their attention has wandered. [29]
The Steering Pilot function uses visible road markings to navigate leans at speeds of up to eighty one mph. The car is able scan the surrounding area as well as the car in front if road markings are unclear to maintain lane discipline. [29] The system is also able to automatically increase or decrease the E-Class’s speed by reading speed limit signs if the driver fails to take any act. [29]
Safety innovations Edit
Active Brake Assist and Evasive Steering Assist work in tandem to warn of and prevent potential collisions in the two thousand seventeen E-Class. The very first system now features enhanced functionality, able to provide visible warning of potential danger as well as being able to automatically apply the brakes in an emergency. The system is now also able to detect and analyze moving traffic at junctions ahead. Evasive Steering Assist can detect when a driver is making an evasive activity and apply extra steering force to ensure the pedestrian or vehicle is avoided. [29]
Car-to-X Communication is another safety system which enables vehicles on the same road to warn each other of upcoming potential hazards or accidents. [29]
If an unavoidable side collision is detected, PRE-SAFE Impulse Side rapidly inflates the side bolster to stir the occupant away from the point of influence, while at the same time PRE-SAFE Sound pumps noise flaps through the speakers to reduce hearing harm following a collision. [29]
Mobile connection Edit
A brand fresh remote parking smartphone app, called Remote Parking Pilot, will permit drivers to park their vehicle from outside of the car to permit for lighter ingress and egress. The system only works at very low speeds of two mph, with the vehicle also able to lock, unlock and begin itself from the app. [29]
Another fresh smartphone feature is Digital Car Key, which permits the driver’s smartphone to be used as a vehicle key – essentially substituting a conventional key fob. The system uses near field communication which also permits the car to be locked and unlocked even if the phone is out of battery. [29]
Adaptive LED Matrix Lighting Edit
Introduced on the CLS for 2014, Mercedes’ Multibeam LED headlamps are enhanced for the two thousand seventeen E-class. The individual LED count increases from twenty four to 84, each individually controllable—switching inbetween high- and low-beams, and the curve-following adaptive-lighting functions are now achieved entirely via electronics. The light pattern is also altered in city driving or via information from the navigation system (such as when approaching intersections). Additionally, the light unit glows blue. [31]
As with the mid-cycle refresh of W212, the two thousand seventeen E-Class features two larger units instead of the four-eyes headlights, tho’ unique LED light bars within the headlamps still gives the night-time effect of four individual units. [32] Prior to its world debut, a teaser movie previewing the car’s multibeam LED headlamps was released in January 2015. [33]
Estate All-Terrain Edit
Along with the fresh E-Class saloon, Mercedes-Benz is preparing a successor to the E-Class Estate, albeit it isn’t scheduled to be unveiled until the 2nd half of the year. [34]
In a departure from previous incarnations of the executive fountain hauler, it will be suggested in two distinct variants: a traditional on-road model and a so-called All-Terrain version, which will feature raised rail height and a standard 4Matic four-wheel drive system and will provide Mercedes with a rival to the likes of the Audi A6 Allroad . [34]
E300 (2016-) Edit
An E300, with a Two.0-litre turbo petrol engine, will join the range at launch. This engines is previously available in the facelift W212 E class in some market. This engine has three tune of power. 184PS, in the form of E200. 211PS, in the form of E250 and 245PS, in the form of E300. Like the W212 facelift, the W213 E300 produces 245PS and 370Nm and it accelerates to one hundred km/h in 6.Two seconds.
E400 (2016-) Edit
An E400 with a Trio.0-litre turbo M276 V6 petrol engine. It is carried over from the W212 facelift E class and it produces 333PS and 480Nm. It accelerates to one hundred km/h in Four.9 seconds, a utter 2nd swifter than the E300. However a carry over engine, the harass note has been significantly improved and the sound of the harass in sports mode have been epic. This engine will be substituted by the much awaited superior M256 in line six petrol engine which will very first see its debut in the facelifted S Class(W222) in mid 2017.
E350e Plug-in Hybrid (2016-) Edit
An E350e plug-in hybrid, with a Two.0-litre turbo petrol engine and an electrified motor, will join the range within a year of launch. It’s said to have an electric-only range of twenty miles. [Four]
E43 AMG (2016-) Edit
The all-wheel-drive only E43 AMG will join the range in September 2016, powered by a four hundred one PS (295 kW; three hundred ninety six bhp) twin-turbo Three.0-litre V6, producing five hundred twenty one N·m (384 lb·ft) of torque, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. It will accelerate from zero to one hundred km/h (62 mph) in Four.6 seconds and run on to an electronically limited two hundred fifty km/h (155 mph). [35] The E43 AMG is the very first of the fresh forty three AMG series with a higher output of four hundred one PS vs three hundred sixty seven PS of the existing 43AMG series.
E63 AMG (2016–) Edit
Introduced in November 2016, the fresh E63 gets a reworked version of AMG’s twin-turbo Four.0-litre V8 in two states of tune and with all-wheel-drive only. The standard E63 4Matic has five hundred seventy one PS (420 kW; five hundred sixty three bhp) and accelerates from zero to one hundred km/h (62 mph) in Three.Five seconds. The E63 S 4Matic has six hundred twelve PS (450 kW; six hundred four bhp) and accelerates from zero to one hundred km/h (62 mph) in Three.Four seconds. Both versions are electronically limited to two hundred fifty km/h (155 mph). [36] The W213 E63 AMG have been said to have extra emphasis on the spectacle element.