2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class FIRST LOOK

2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes

The E-Class is the core of the Mercedes-Benz brand, often setting the standards in the business-class segment. This new 10^th generation 2017 E-Class aims to deliver stylish highlights with its distinct, emotional design and high-grade interior.  Mercedes says it marks the world premiere of numerous technical innovations, enabling enhanced comfort, a new level of safe driving, a new dimension in driver assistance and a new infotainment and control system.

A new, optionally available air suspension has been designed to ensure outstanding ride comfort and driving dynamics.  Its wheelbase has grown by over 2.5” with an elongated hood and coupe-esque roof.  At launch, the E300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder gas engine rated at 241 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque.

Further model variants will be added thereafter.  All models are equipped with a new 9-speed automatic transmission.  One of the new tech highlights is Remote Parking Pilot, allowing the vehicle to be moved into and out of garages and parking spaces remotely using a smartphone app.

Furthermore, DRIVE PILOT takes the E-Class into the autonomous driving realm, making life easier for the driver who no longer needs to operate the brake or accelerator pedal during normal driving.  A wagon, coupe and convertible will follow over the next 3 years.