Spy Shots: 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes has been expanding its range faster than an invading army, with more three-starred vehicles popping up in segments we didn't even know existed previously. (Probably because they didn't.) What that ultimately means is that, at any given time, Mercedes is preparing a whole slew of new vehicles as each of their lifecycles comes due for replacement. Next up to bat is the E-Class, one of the mainstream staple vehicles in the Mercedes-Benz line-up.
As with every successive new E-Class, the latest rendition is expected to feature even more hi-tech gizmos than ever before. Reports suggest brakes that wipe themselves dry in wet weather and more sensors than a bank vault, measuring everything from eye movement to crosswinds. Styling-wise, the E-Class is expected to borrow cues from its big brother the S-Class, but we're not sure that would be such a good thing. Of course the most heart-racing features will form part of the next E63 AMG, which could get optional carbon ceramic brakes, like the ones AMG is developing for the SL65 Black Series. One way or another, we'll find out eventually, with reports placing the model's unveiling at the 2009 Frankfurt show ahead of its 2010 market debut.
[Source: World Car Fans]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Avinash machado 11:07AM (4/09/2008)
As with every successive new E-Class, the latest rendition is expected to feature even more hi-tech gizmos than ever before.
This is one of the reasons why Mercedes scores so low on reliability studies and surveys. These hi-tech gizmos actually end up having a lot of glitches which result in bad reliability scores and consumer satisfaction.
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jack 3:39PM (4/10/2008)
Unfortunately i agree with your comments. We have a '05 E that is a techno-junk. It is the most consumer-UNFRIENDLY auto we have owned. Have you set the clock in one yet?
carl herrera 1:51PM (4/30/2008)
I've seen a new set of spy shots from the sunny spain in www.myautomovil.com
Ex S-Class 11:25AM (4/09/2008)
As a former S-Class owner, I disagree slightly with Avinash. The biggest, recurring issue I had was with heat and AC.
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LeRobert 11:27AM (4/09/2008)
The headlamps are a wider version of what one finds on the CLS, the side surface treatments and wing mirror are borrowed from the new C-Class, but the rear looks like it deviates from the Mercedes formula. The rearlamps extend into the bootlid lip... ergh. With the camo, one cannot really tell how well this assortment of borrowed designs are going work together, but as long as the interior quality is as good as the outgoing E-Class, then there are going to be buyers.
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Kelthas 11:33AM (4/09/2008)
And yet another one to the LED list.
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Level 11:34AM (4/09/2008)
looks like a body of a C-class with the head lights of the CLS class
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Maestro1 12:03PM (4/09/2008)
Considering how good the new C-Class looks and drives, and how well its built (I own one), I cannot wait to see the new E-Class. I think Mercedes have finally realized that they need a more aggressive look to compete with BMW and Audi and their new designs are awesome.
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SPG 12:48PM (4/09/2008)
A return to bold Mercedes design.
I'm happy to see it.
Now if the entire lineup can shed some pounds...
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Dan Allen 2:58PM (4/09/2008)
E-Class Mercedes have had self-drying brakes since 2002. It was part of the Sensotronic system developed for E-Class, SLs, and Maybachs.
My E 320 CDI with 60,000 miles has been perfect - not a single glitch. 34.7 mpg over all 60,000 miles, 0-60 mph in 6.6 seconds, and a fabulous ride make it the best car on the road, unless Mercedes brings an S-Class diesel over.
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CSingh 5:04AM (4/11/2008)
Son of a Bitch!!! they stole me infiniti M35's headlights WOW it looks exactly the same, man thats just sad.........................Mercedes has lost it's inovation
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