2024 Mercedes E-Class - Sound, interior and Exterior

2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Starting at $61,000 est Highs: Sweetly smooth ride, a cocoon of luxury, beats the S-class in trunk space. Lows: Loads of rear-passenger space, has gained 170 pounds, we’re still waiting on the wagon. Verdict: The new E-class blurs the line between mid-size and S-size, but its evolution has been carefully deployed. Overview The E-class sedan is executive transport with a distinctly Mercedes-Benz attitude, offering nearly as much class and substance as the S-class flagship with a slightly less imposing profile. Entry-level E350 models are powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain with 255 horsepower while E450s turn up the heat to 375 horsepower courtesy of a turbocharged inline-six. All-wheel drive is standard, and all models come luxuriously equipped and include a generous list of driver-assistance and infotainment features. Other European rivals like the Audi A6 and the BMW 5-series offer similar space and equipment but neither brand has quite the prestige that comes with a Mercedes-Benz badge. What’s New for 2024? This year marks the start of an all-new generation of the E-class sedan, which has been redesigned from the ground up with more technology and luxury than the outgoing model. The four- and six-cylinder powertrains have received hybrid assistance this year resulting in power boosts, and the exterior styling wears a handsome new look. Inside, a host of new technology features pepper the cabin. We expect to see the 2024 E-class in dealer showrooms by the end of 2023. Pricing and Which One to Buy E350 Premium: $61,000 (est) E350 Exclusive: $63,000 (est) E450 Premium: $67,000 (est) E350 Pinnacle: $69,000 (est) E450 Exclusive: $71,000 (est) E450 Pinnacle: $74,000 (est) Mercedes hasn’t announced pricing for the 2024 E-class yet, but we expect to see it offered in the same three trim levels as the smaller C-class: Premium, Exclusive, and Pinnacle. Combine those with the two available powertrains and the E-class has a six-trim lineup with a broad spread of prices to appeal to a big audience of luxury-sedan buyers. Engine, Transmission, and Performance Under the E350’s scalloped hood is a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that pairs with a 23-hp electric motor for a combined 255 horsepower. The E450 model gets a similar hybrid setup for its turbocharged inline-six, which brings the total to 375 horsepower. The hybrid systems are said to reduce turbo lag and smooth the operation of the auto start/stop system. We haven’t driven the E350 yet, but the E450’s inline-six deploys its power like a cream and does so quietly. When we get a chance, we’ll take the E350 and E450 to our test track and update this story with acceleration numbers. An adjustable air suspension is optional and replaces the steel-spring arrangement that comes standard; a rear-wheel steering system is also available and is said to improve maneuverability in tight spaces. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG The EPA hasn’t released fuel economy estimates for the 2024 E-class yet, but we expect to see small improvements over the 2023 model’s numbers. When we get a chance, we’ll take the E-class on our 75-mph highway fuel economy route and update this story with test results. For more information about the E-class’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo Unsurprisingly, the E-class’s cabin is focused on comfort and quality. Passenger space appears generous in photos and the interior is lined with rich-looking materials such as leather upholstery and metal trim. Overall, the design is high-end and nicely complements the car’s handsome exterior styling. Although the E-class has been offered as a coupe and a convertible in the past, we’re expecting this generation to stick strictly to a four-door layout. Read More 📌 Instagram ▶ 📌 Tiktok ▶ @cartvpress