On April 26th, it was reported that the all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class was globally launched on April 25th. As a successor model, the new car has been adjusted in terms of exterior, interior, and power. According to previous reports, the domestically produced new long-wheelbase E-Class sedan is expected to be released in the third quarter of 2023, followed by mass production and market launch in November.
In terms of appearance, the new car continues the classic design of both sedan and sports car front faces, equipped with a 3D stereo design star-ring grille, which echoes the brand new daytime running lights. The grille and the headlights are connected by a black high-gloss decoration, which complements the design elements of the grille of the Mercedes-Benz pure electric vehicle, reflecting the concept of the new E-class embracing electrification.
Continuing the classic design of short front overhang and rear-positioned cockpit, the new E-class outlines a harmonious body proportion. The hidden door handle derived from the S-class sedan further optimizes aerodynamics with a simple design, bringing the whole vehicle’s wind resistance coefficient as low as 0.23. The brand new two-segment “star emblem taillights” perfectly integrate four three-star emblems, which are highly recognizable. The left and right taillights are connected by a decoration strip, extending the visual width of the rear of the car. In terms of size, the length, width, and height of the new Mercedes-Benz E-class standard wheelbase version are 4949/1880/1468 millimeters, and the wheelbase is 2961 millimeters, which is 22 millimeters longer than the previous generation model.
The intelligent configuration of the brand new E-Class car has been comprehensively upgraded, and it is the first to be equipped with the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-machine interaction system. It has a three-screen central console layout. As the predecessor of the Mercedes-Benz’s own software system MB.OS operating system, the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-machine interaction system is based on a software-driven new electronic architecture, a newly upgraded central processor, and a 5G communication module. The newly developed electronic architecture replaces the independent operation of the control functions with a brand new central processor, making data calculation and transmission faster and more stable.
According to Mercedes-Benz, the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-machine interaction system utilizes a newly developed compatibility layer, which enables more third-party in-car applications and creates a richer content ecosystem, such as using TikTok, playing games, or conducting video conferences through the in-car cameras, further expanding the in-car usage scenarios. Meanwhile, the new E-Class supports the digital car key, which allows the owner to open or close the vehicle using only their smartphone.
The all-new E-Class offers two driving units: a four-cylinder turbocharged engine with an ISG intelligent motor system and a hybrid powertrain, achieving a fully electrified power system. The modular four-cylinder engine has a maximum output power of 150 kW, and when equipped with the ISG intelligent motor system, it can provide an additional output power of 17 kW and a maximum torque of 205 Nm.
Plug-in hybrid models are equipped with the fourth-generation plug-in hybrid technology, with a battery capacity of 25.4 kWh, and a pure electric range of more than 100 km (60 miles) under WLTP conditions. The battery can be charged from 0% to 100% in about 30 minutes through a 55 kW DC fast charger. The all-new E-class can also be equipped with an adaptive continuous adjustable damping system enhanced version (ADS+) of the air suspension (AIRMATIC) system and rear-wheel active steering system, balancing driving comfort and agile handling.
