MERCEDES will launch its E-Class Estate model in January 2010.
The new E-Class Estate promises the largest load volume in the premium sector. In addition it will have the ability to carry seven people thanks to ‘Easy-Pack’ quick fold rear seats. There will also be an automatic tailgate lift. Load capacity will be up to 1950 litres.
Standard on the new E-Class Estate will be self-levelling rear suspension. The new model will be the fifth generation E-Class Estate; the first model was launched in 1977.
The E-Class Estate will also feature many of the safety features introduced on the Mercedes E-Class saloon, as well as nine airbags. Standard safety equipment includes ‘Attention Assist’ drowsiness detection.
The latest Mercedes E-Class Estate features more fuel-efficient engines, too. The diesel units return nearly 50mpg, while 150g/km CO2 emissions provides a company car tax banding of 22% for the 2010/11 tax year. It also places the E-Class in the 20% writing down allowance category for capital allowances.
Prices for the new Mercedes E-Class Estate are expected at the beginning of November.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate engine line up
Diesel engines
- E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY: 4cyl, 2143cc, 170hp, 48.7mpg, 150g/km, 6-speed man
- E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY: 4cyl, 2143 cc, 204hp, 48.7mpg, 150g/km, 6-speed man
Petrol engines
- E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY: 4cyl, 1796 cc, 183hp, 36.7mpg, 179g/km, 6-speed manual
- E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY: 4cyl, 1796cc, 204hp, 35.3mpg, 185-191g/km, 5-speed auto
- E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY: V6, 3498cc, 292hp, 32.8mpg, 200-208 g/km, 7-speed auto
- E 500: V8, 5461cc, 388hp, 25.4mpg, 258-260g/km, 7-speed auto
Further information
Read the Editor’s Blog commentary: Old E-Class Estates go on for ever.
