Mercedes-Benz unveils New E-Class at Detroit Auto Show 2016

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new E-Class at the ongoing 2016 Detroit Auto Show. The test mules of the new E-class had been appearing on the internet for few months now. The new E-class follows a similar design philosophy as its smaller sibling, the C-Class and the luxurious flagship S-Class models. On the exterior, the new E-Class receives high-resolution MULTIBEAM LED headlamps packed with 84 high performance LEDs in each unit. Compared to its outgoing version, the new E-Class features a longer wheelbase by 65mm and overall increase in length by 43mm. At the back, as an optional feature for the tail lamps, instead of the regular reflectors one can opt for stardust-effect LED light units which recreates ‘the glow of a jet engine’ as claimed by the manufacturer.

Moving to the interiors, the new E-Class takes a big leap from its previous version as it dashboard is occupied by two large displays in the top model. The steering wheel features touch-sensitive control pads making its first appearance in a car and music to the ears is attended by the dedicated Burmester 3D surround audio system.

Talking about features, the new E-Class is provided with a semi-autonomous driving system christened as ‘Drive Pilot’, which can drive the car by itself at highways speed limited up to 210kmph.

In the International market, the new E-Class will receive a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol under the badge of E200 producing 187PS of power. The E200d will be powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine producing 244PS of power. Both the variants will come with a new nine-speed automatic transmission.