When it comes to Mercedes-Benz, the E-Class is undoubtedly one of the representative models that best embodies the pioneering spirit of Mercedes-Benz. From the "Little Tiger Head Bend" W124, to the classic "Four-Eyed Big Bend" W210 and W211, and then to the younger W213, every generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class can leave a strong mark in the brand's century-old history. One stroke. However, in recent years, with the continuous improvement of the strength of competitors and the impact of the electrification wave on traditional car companies, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is no longer the most competitive existence in the market. How to maintain its benchmark status is a question for Mercedes-Benz. before. Finally in early 2023, Mercedes-Benz gave the answer-a new generation of Mercedes-Benz E-Class code-named W214.
This generation of Mercedes-Benz E-Class still continues the family-style design style of Mercedes-Benz in appearance, but in terms of details, it shows an unprecedented electric flavor.
The front grille of the new car adopts a very similar design to that of the EQ pure electric family. From the edge outline to the structure connected to the headlights to the glossy black decorative parts, the two are exactly the same. The only difference is that the grille of the new E-Class is not closed and not as flat. At the same time, the iconic star dot matrix decoration on the grille grille has been retained, and combined with the surrounding high-gloss chrome trim strips and the three-pointed star logo, the front face looks extremely luxurious and refined.
In the W211 generation, the iconic "four-eye headlights" were regarded as a classic, so Mercedes-Benz also paid tribute to this design in the headlights of the new E-Class. It can be seen that the new headlights are shaped like a "peanut", with a double arc design on the lower edge. There are also two curved LED daytime running lights at the same position inside the light group. From a distance, they look like "four-eyed headlights". Feel.
The front face of the new E-Class also has a sporty black front apron with pass-through air guides on both sides, and is also covered with dot matrix star decoration elements, which also reflects the youthfulness of the new car.
At first glance, the body shape of the new E-Class is not much different from that of the current model. The body lines are still simple and delicate, and the profile is full and smooth. It is paired with blackened window frames, B-pillars and wheels, presenting a vision that is both elegant and dynamic. Effect. But in terms of size, the length, width and height of the new car have reached 4949x1880x1468mm respectively, and the wheelbase has reached 2961mm. Compared with the previous generation model, the wheelbase has been lengthened by 22mm. You know, this is only the size of the standard wheelbase model. You can imagine how luxurious the long wheelbase model will be after it is introduced into China in the future.
At the same time, in terms of details, the new E-Class adopts a very electric-style hidden door handle design and optimizes aerodynamic performance, which makes the vehicle's wind resistance coefficient as low as 0.23Cd. Even in terms of tire selection, the new car is equipped with Michelin e·Primacy energy-saving tires, which are its "less traditional" points.
At the rear of the car, the new E-Class looks more rounded and lower than the previous generation model. The wider rear wheel arches, bilateral single-exhaust exhaust and the diffuser at the bottom add a more sporty feel to the new car.
The most eye-catching thing about the rear of the car is undoubtedly its new taillight design. The taillights of the new car adopt a through-shaped design similar to that of the EQ family, but the middle part is not a light group, but a black through-shaped trim strip. The outline of the taillights is also in a "peanut" style, echoing the headlights. Inside are two extremely eye-catching three-pointed star light sources. When lit up at night, others will know at a glance that you are driving a new E-class, making it highly recognizable. .
In addition, the new E-Class will still provide a vertical version for consumers to choose from. The vertical model will adopt a classic horizontal spoke front grille design and incorporate more chrome trims, making the visual presentation more attractive. It feels luxurious, but the "electric flavor" is not as strong as the large standard version.
In today's era of "stacked screens", Mercedes-Benz's previous dual-screen cockpit has seemed a bit stretched, so this time, Mercedes-Benz has placed the triple screen of the EQ family on the new E-Class, creating a stronger technological atmosphere. The difference is that the new car's full LCD instrument panel is still a floating design and is not integrated with the central control screen and passenger entertainment screen.
The air-conditioning outlet of the new E-Class adopts a hidden design, which is perfectly integrated with the large screen. This makes the overall interior simpler, but at the cost of losing the most iconic turbine air outlet. Of course, in other aspects, the new car still has the familiar family design style, such as the "dragonfly" steering wheel, electronic handrails, seat control buttons integrated into the door panels, etc.
In terms of materials, the new Mercedes-Benz E has made some innovations. On the basis of large-area leather, wood veneers, metal trims and other materials, it also uses many resource-saving materials made of recycled materials and renewable raw materials. Material. The MICROCUT microfiber in the interior of the new car is made of 47% recycled materials. The seat lining is made of undyed alpaca hair and recycled materials. The seat filling foam uses certified renewable raw materials for the first time. Build. The application of these materials can contribute to energy saving and emission reduction while ensuring a luxurious and comfortable experience.
As cars move toward electrification, intelligence has become an important criterion for judging the level of a car's product capabilities. In terms of intelligence, the new E-class is equipped with the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-computer interaction system for the first time. It is based on a new electronic architecture, a newly upgraded central processor and a 5G communication module. It not only operates more smoothly and stably, but also has wake-up-free functions. With voice control, digital car keys, and a richer application ecosystem covering Douyin, games, videos, etc., the intelligent interactive experience will be significantly improved compared to this generation of cars.
In the front center of the instrument panel, the new E-Class is also equipped with a selfie camera, which can support face recognition, video conferencing and even driver status monitoring. When the co-pilot passenger uses entertainment, it can actively reduce the brightness of the co-pilot screen to prevent The driver was distracted. In addition, the new E-class also introduces a scene mode. For example, the user sets "the temperature in the car is lower than 12 degrees" as the trigger condition of a "scene" function. When the vehicle detects that the ambient temperature is lower than the trigger value, it will automatically turn on. The seats are heated and the ambient lighting is adjusted to warm colors.
The new E-Class also provides a "move with the music" function, which can work in conjunction with the 21-speaker Burmester 4D surround sound system to automatically change the lighting effects of the ambient lights in the car according to the rhythm of the music, thereby creating a more immersive audio-visual experience .
In terms of power, the new E-Class will provide both fuel and plug-in hybrid power. The fuel version is equipped with a 2.0T engine + 48V light hybrid system, and the transmission is matched with a 9AT gearbox. The ISG motor can provide the engine with an additional output power of 17 kilowatts and an output torque of 205 Nm; the system has a maximum power of 259 horsepower and a maximum torque of 400 Nm. Cow·meter.
The plug-in hybrid version will be equipped with Mercedes-Benz's fourth-generation plug-in hybrid technology, which is also composed of a 2.0T engine, a 9AT gearbox and a drive motor. The system has a comprehensive power of 313/381 horsepower and a comprehensive torque of 550/650 N·m. The battery capacity of the vehicle is 25.4kWh, and the pure electric range can exceed 100km under WLTC conditions. With 55kW fast charging, the battery can be charged from 0% to 100% in about 30 minutes at the fastest.
The new E-Class is also optionally equipped with an air suspension (AIRMATIC) system with adaptive continuously adjustable damping system plus (ADS+) and a rear-wheel active steering system. The former can automatically lower the suspension height by 15mm when the vehicle speed exceeds 120km/h in comfort mode to improve control stability; the latter has a maximum steering angle of 4.5 degrees and a turning diameter as low as 10.8 meters, making U-turns more flexible.
Editor's summary
If I were asked to use one word to describe the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class, I think it must be "Amazing". The different electric-style design language, smarter human-computer interaction experience, and excellent electrified powertrain are all eye-catching. In addition, Mercedes-Benz has always been outstanding in creating a luxurious atmosphere. I believe that the new E-Class can Bringing users a more amazing benchmark-level driving experience.
