Mercedes-Benz has eventually introduced its tenth generation of E-Class models for 2017 and BMW has done its best to make it a true marvel. But for most of the readers, it is still confusing that how it can be the tenth generation because the tag E-Class was first used in 1993, halfway from its introduction. So, it is a fifth generation technically but what automaker says, no matter.
Whichever the generation is, the all new E-Class is a true driver’s car. It is the most advanced Mercedes-Benz on the line-up with a long list of new gadgets for driver assistance. These gadgets can be used as co-pilot. It could be the most reliable and high-tech midsized luxury on the market when it will arrive.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class will be powered by new 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engines. These turbocharged engines are capable of making 241bhp and 273 lb-ft of torque. These engines will be offered in V6 configurations for petrol, however the diesel engines will be introduced later.
All engines will be powered by nine-speed automatic transmission and you can opt from front wheel drive or the rear-wheel drive. The turbo engine, as usual, doesn’t make any great noises but with the nine-speed automatic gearbox, it snoozes like a pro.
Mercedes-Benz claims that the 2.0-litre engine can push the new E-Class to 62 miles per hour in just over six seconds and you will feel that it is an AMG version.
The diesel version of the 2.0-litre is also a four cylinder version and makes 194bhp of power while delivering the torque of 295 lb-ft. it can accelerate as brisk as any other saloon and passes the 62 miles per hour in 7.3 seconds but it still sounds like a conventional diesel on full throttle.
In an SUV and crossover dominated market, you cannot forget the importance of luxury saloons like the E-Class.
