28016-E-ClassSaloon2012-2015PressKit 2

February 2013
Press Information
Daimler Communications, 70546 Stuttgart/Germany

Mercedes-Benz – A Daimler Brand
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Page 2
More efficiency, more intelligence,

more emotional appeal
Contents Page
Short version
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Efficient, intelligent, emotionally appealing 2
Long version
Model range
More efficiency, more intelligence, more emotional appeal 10
Quotes on the new E-Class 13
Design
Stylish, refined, sporty 14
Interior
Exclusive style, high-quality materials 17
Individualisation
Unique freedom of choice 21
Body
Focusing on quality and functionality 26
A new level of safety

intelligent assistance systems with a keener eye 28
Trend-setting safety
Airbags, restraint systems and pedestrian protection 39
Engine and drive system

Superior performance, economical consumption 42
Chassis and suspension

The basis for superior handling 48
Infotainment
Navigation, internet connection and media player 50
Technical data DVD
The descriptions and information in this press kit apply to the international Mercedes-Benz model
range and may vary from country to country.
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The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Page 3
Efficient, intelligent, emotionally appealing
With new, efficient engines, new assistance systems and a new design idiom,
Mercedes-Benz has comprehensively modernised the E-Class and as such is
extending its leading position in the luxury segment even further. In both the
Saloon and Estate models, no less than eleven new
or optimised assistance systems from the future S-Class celebrate their
world premiere. They combine a host of comfort and safety features,
all of which Mercedes-Benz refers to as "intelligent drive". They include
systems which for the first time can help to prevent accidents with crossing
vehicles or pedestrians, active Lane Keeping Assist which can help to
prevent accidents with oncoming traffic, or anti-glare permanent high-beam
headlamps. As such Mercedes-Benz is underscoring its leading position as a
safety pioneer. The new E-Class makes a significant step forward when it
comes to efficiency and ecology too. This comes courtesy of new, powerful
BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines featuring sophisticated direct
injection technology. This powerful development boost is reflected to
exciting effect in the design of the E-Class. Along
with its new design, it encapsulates efficiency, intelligence and emotional
appeal in a visually superior manner.
Mercedes-Benz has revised all of the model series of the E-Class more
comprehensively than ever before to make the latest technical advances available
in practice at an early stage. This is why it even makes advance use of
developments from the future S-Class. In addition, the new E-Class offers
a considerably sharpened design with a refined, sporty look, as well as
significantly enhanced comfort, high-quality appointments, efficiency and
driving pleasure. As a result, the E-Class is continuing to consolidate its leading
position in the luxury class.
Design: two new front ends to choose from
Thanks to intelligent modifications to the design, the new E-Class features a new
front end as well as new proportions. When it came to the modifications, the
designers followed the new Mercedes design idiom and reinterpreted the classical
design values of the brand using the existing basis. The result is a superior and
refined, sporty appearance.

The headlamps have been redesigned and comprise all functional elements with a Page 4
single headlamp lens. Flowing light elements within the headlamps help to
ensure that the "four-eyed" look which is typical of the E-Class has been
graphically retained. When it comes to light and visibility, the new E-Class
sets standards: both the low-beam headlamps and the daytime running lamps
feature LED technology as standard. Full LED headlamps are also available as an
option for the first time in this class.
For the first time, the E-Class is available with two different front ends: the
standard specification and the ELEGANCE equipment line come as standard
with the classic, three-dimensional saloon radiator with three-louvre look and
Mercedes-Benz star on the bonnet. The AVANTGARDE equipment line, on the
other hand, incorporates the sporty front end with central star, and as such boasts
an independent, front-end look with a sporty emphasis.
The bonnet and front bumper have also been completely redesigned too. With its
flowing lines, the bonnet follows the new design idiom in a smooth, very
straightforward manner. The bumper, which boasts a new shape and is free of all
light functions, has a modern appearance and, along with the wing design
of its spoiler lip, discreetly underscores the sporty credentials of the E-Class.
Dynamic, elegant proportions
A new feature line and a repositioned three-dimensional trim strip give both the
Saloon and Estate models new, visually exciting proportions. The feature line
runs below the structure line from the rear door through to the tail light. Visually
this benefits the vehicle in terms of length. It underscores the side trim, which has
been shifted downwards. Overall the E-Class looks more elongated and elegant,
yet at the same time both dynamic and composed.
Broad, distinctive rear end
At the rear, the lights and bumper have been revised. The new horizontally
structured LED tail lights with new two-tone look emphasise the width and
feature a characteristic night design.
High-grade interior
The interior of the E-Class has also been visibly reworked and harmonised with
the expressive exterior. High-quality materials and refined, subdivided areas with

precise joints and sharp curves underscore the high-quality overall impression of Page 5
the generous interior.
A new feature is the two-part trim which stretches across the entire dashboard. It
can be selected in a wood or aluminium look, irrespective of the equipment line.
Also new is the design of the air vents as well as an analogue clock between the
two central vents.
The harmonious interior is characterised by the redesigned centre console

without selector lever, as well as a new multifunction steering wheel with
DIRECT SELECT lever and shift paddles in conjunction with automatic
transmission.
Limitless individual appointments
As ever, there are attractive design packages to visually enhance both the interior
and exterior. In addition to the basic appointments, there is also a choice of
ELEGANCE and AVANTGARDE equipment lines – with the latter highlighting
the sporty character of the Saloon and Estate models in particular.
Furthermore, the new E-Class offers a variety of individualisation options,

currently unique in this class. Irrespective of the chosen equipment line,
all appointment options remain available. As such each vehicle can be
individually tailored to ensure that it is unlike any other. For example, an
E-Class Saloon or Estate can be totally classic on the outside, but display a
highly modern character on the inside.
"Intelligent drive" with new assistance systems
What started with the PRE-SAFE® system and continued with DISTRONIC
PLUS has resulted in a new dimension of motoring at Mercedes-Benz: comfort
and safety are merged into one. Mercedes-Benz refers to this as "intelligent
drive". In the E-Class, a whole host of new or optimised systems from the future
S-Class celebrate their world premiere, making motoring more comfortable and
safer.
The basis for all this is formed by new, state-of-the-art sensors and corresponding
algorithms. Mercedes-Benz has made a major step forward with the introduction
of the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera. Just like the Mono Multi-Purpose Camera
fitted previously, it is positioned behind the windscreen in the vicinity of the rear-

view mirror. However, this camera features two "eyes" set at an angle of 45 Page 6
degrees and with an overall range of 500 metres that produce a three-dimensional
view of the area up to around 50 metres in front of the vehicle. In this way, the
stereo camera provides data for processing by various systems. Intelligent
algorithms perform an evaluation of this three-dimensional visual information in
order to detect and carry out a classification, both spatially and in terms of their
movement, of vehicles that are driving ahead, oncoming or crossing, as well as
pedestrians and a variety of traffic signs within a large field of vision.
At the same time as the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera, Mercedes-Benz is also

introducing improved versions of the multistage radar sensor system. As
standard, both the Saloon and Estate models are fitted with COLLISION
PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning system with brake
assist systems. It helps to significantly reduce the risk of a rear-end collision.
Also forming part of the standard equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST, which
is now able to warn of inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider speed range,
and also inform the driver about their level of fatigue and the amount of driving
time which has elapsed since the last break. It also offers an adjustable sensitivity
level.
In addition, also optionally available are a number of assistance systems which

are either new or now feature significantly extended functions. The following is
an overview of the innovations:
 DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist can help to take the burden off
the driver when it comes to keeping the vehicle in its lane and also track
traffic in tailbacks semi-automatically
 for the first time, the Brake Assist system BAS PLUS with Junction
Assist is able to detect crossing traffic and pedestrians too, and boost the
braking power applied by the driver accordingly
 the PRE-SAFE® Brake can detect pedestrians and initiate autonomous
braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 50 km/h
 PRE-SAFE® PLUS can recognise an imminent rear-end collision. The
driver of the vehicle following behind is warned by activation of the rear
warning lights with increasing frequency (not in the USA and Canada).
The PRE-SAFE® system then triggers occupant protection measures to
reduce the forces to which occupants are subjected. It
can also firmly apply the stationary vehicle's brakes in the event of
a rear-end collision to prevent secondary accidents

 Active Lane Keeping Assist can now detect when the adjacent lane is Page 7
occupied, in particular by oncoming traffic too. When there is the risk of
a collision, the system can also prevent the vehicle from leaving its lane
unintentionally, when continuous lines are present, by applying the
brakes on one side. As such it makes the ideal supplement to Active
Blind Spot Assist
 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus allows the high-beam headlamps to be
kept on permanently without dazzling traffic by masking out other
vehicles in the beams' cone of light
 Active Parking Assist enables automated parking with active steering
and brake control in both parallel and end-on spaces
 in addition to speed limits, Traffic Sign Assist can now also detect and
display no-overtaking zones and the respective signs signalling their end.
In the case of signs imposing access restrictions, it can also provide
visual and acoustic warnings. For this reason, it is the first system which
can prevent drivers from unintentionally becoming a “phantom driver”
i.e. driving the wrong way along a motorway.
 The 360o camera covers all four sides of the vehicle, thus enabling a
uniform all-round view, including virtual bird's-eye view – a top-down
view of the vehicle and its immediate surroundings. Dynamic guide lines
help with entering and leaving parking spaces as well as manoeuvring
Engine and drive system: superior performance, economical consumption
Both the E-Class Saloon and Estate are available with a particularly broad range
of powerful and efficient petrol and diesel engines. All are fitted with the ECO
start/stop function and are highly efficient.
A new element is the expansion of the BlueDIRECT petrol engine family with
the addition of a four-cylinder petrol engine with spray-guided direct injection,
based on the same trend-setting technology used in the latest generation of
six and eight-cylinder engines from Mercedes-Benz. Its technology package
includes fast-acting piezo injectors for multiple injection, quick multi-spark
ignition, turbocharging, fully variable camshaft adjustment on the inlet and
exhaust side, as well as a controlled oil pump.
New developments for the four-cylinder engine include the first dynamic
balancer with full anti-friction bearings to be used in a petrol engine as well as a
switchable water pump.

The engine also sees the world's first use of the stratified lean burn process in Page 8
combination with exhaust-gas turbocharging and external high-pressure exhaust
gas recirculation. As a result the E-Class achieves a combined optimum
consumption figure of 5.8 litres per 100 km (corresponding to
135 g/km of CO2), and is therefore the only vehicle in this class to achieve
efficiency class A. In addition, the new BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol
engines already meet the EU6 standard which will apply from 2015.
Also making up the BlueDIRECT petrol engine range are the familiar V6 and V8
engines. A new addition is the six-cylinder engine, which is being offered for the
first time as the E 400 with biturbo drive. With its performance potential and
enormously high levels of torque at low engine speeds, this engine sets new
standards in the six-cylinder sector and also meets the
EU6 emissions level.
All BlueDIRECT petrol engines of the new E-Class combine a spontaneous

response and exemplary power delivery with the highest levels of efficiency and
best-in-class emissions performance.
Powerful diesel engines in the best efficiency class
All six-cylinder diesel models of the E-Class are available as BlueTEC models
fitted with the established SCR (selective catalytic reduction) technology and as
such meet the EU6 emissions standard.
The comprehensive engine range is supplemented with the E 300 BlueTEC

HYBRID. It combines the four-cylinder diesel engine (150 kW / 204 hp) with
an electric motor (20 kW / 27 hp). The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID consumes
4.1 l/100 km and produces CO2 emissions of 107 g/km. As such it occupies the
leading position among the most economical models in the upper medium-size
category.
Transmissions for a dynamic and economical driving style
Mercedes-Benz will also offer two transmissions for the E-Class in the future: a
6-speed manual transmission with high ease of shifting and short shift travel, and
the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever and
DIRECT SELECT shift paddles. This latest stage of evolution of the
7G-TRONIC PLUS provides significant advantages in terms of efficiency
and ease of maintenance.

A new feature is the short-term M mode. The benefit of this: if the driver has Page 9
shifted up or down manually, after a set period of time the transmission
independently switches back to automatic, fuel-efficient shift mode.
Traction and driving stability can also be improved in the new E-Class with the
4MATIC all-wheel drive system – particularly in difficult road conditions.
Chassis and suspension – the basis for superior handling
For the new E-Class, Mercedes-Benz is offering four refined suspension

configurations:
 the standard model and ELEGANCE line are fitted with the DIRECT
CONTROL suspension with selective damping system, configured for
comfort
 the sportily configured DIRECT CONTROL suspension with selective
damping system is positioned 15 mm lower and forms part of the
AVANTGARDE line
 the DIRECT CONTROL lowered sports suspension is available in
conjunction with the Exterior Sports package and AMG Sports package
 the AIRMATIC air suspension with electronically controlled damping
system is fitted as standard on the V8 models. The Estate is fitted as a
matter of course with rear-axle air suspension with integrated level
control
The suspension variants feature outstanding sensitivity and ride characteristics

and help to ensure a high level of handling safety. All of the models of the E-
Class family will in future be fitted with an electromechanical Direct-Steer
system as standard. This combines the speed-dependent power assistance of
speed-sensitive steering with a variable ratio across the steering angle range. The
steering assistance provided by the rack and pinion steering gear is controlled on-
demand and therefore contributes towards efficiency.
Advantages of the electromechanical Direct-Steer system:

 improved agility thanks to more direct steering response
 comfortable handling and high levels of steering comfort across
all speed ranges
 considerable savings potential, since energy is only required
when steering occurs
 enables the use of innovative assistance systems,
e.g. Active Parking Assist

High-quality appointments Page 10
The new E-Class is already fitted with a comprehensive series of high-quality

appointments as standard. The new optional highlights, meanwhile, include
HANDS-FREE ACCESS in conjunction with KEYLESS-GO. This enables the
boot lid to be opened and closed without actual physical contact by simply
holding one’s foot beneath the bumper, and is therefore extremely convenient
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
A modern range of infotainment systems helps to keep the driver up to date while
on the road in terms of what is happening around the world or in the office. The
systems also enable music to be enjoyed or also optionally offer powerful
navigation solutions as well as an internet connection. As standard, both the E-
Class Saloon and Estate-come with the Audio 20 CD Radio. It features a twin
tuner and mp3-capable CD player as well as a USB connection in the centre
armrest. The TFT-colour display measures 14.7 cm diagonally. Bluetooth®-
capable devices can also be connected, and SMS text messages displayed.
Optionally the Audio 20 CD can be combined with a six-disc CD changer as well
as the reasonably-priced, entry-level Becker ® MAP PILOT navigation solution,
which can also be retrofitted.
Alternatively, Mercedes-Benz offers the COMAND Online multimedia system

for the E-Class with 17.8 cm high-resolution colour display, internet connection,
hard-disc navigation and emergency call feature, which can also
be combined with a six-disc DVD changer. COMAND Online provides internet
access enabling customers to surf the web while the car is stationary or call up a
Mercedes-Benz app, whose particularly fast page loading and simple operation
make it suitable for use while driving. Integrated apps include Google™ Local
Search and Weather and the facility for downloading a route which has
previously been configured on a PC using Google Maps and transmitted to the
car. In addition, apps for Google™ Streetview as well as Google™ Panoramio
and other apps are also available.
Contacts:
Steffen Schierholz, tel.: +49 (0)711 17-75852, steffen.schierholz@daimler.com

Wolfgang Zanker, tel.: +49 (0)711 17-75847, wolfgang.zanker@daimler.com
Further information about Mercedes-Benz is available online:

www.media.daimler.com and www.mercedes-benz.com

Model range Page 11
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class:

more efficiency, more intelligence,
more emotional appeal
Mercedes-Benz has completely revised the Saloon and Estate models of the
E-Class. As a result, the new E-Class has made a significant step forward
when it comes to efficiency and ecology. This comes courtesy
of new, powerful BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines featuring
sophisticated direct injection technology, a new, efficient six-cylinder engine
as well as even more economical diesel engines. In both the Saloon and
Estate models, new or optimised assistance systems from the future S-Class
are celebrating their world premiere. This powerful development boost is
reflected to exciting effect in the design of the E-Class. With a new front,
new bumpers, and revised side view, it encapsulates efficiency, intelligence
and emotional appeal in a visually superior manner. In this way the E-Class
is securing its leading position in the luxury class vehicle sector at the very
highest level: dynamically elegant, it combines intelligent technology with
superior style.
The Saloon and Estate are continuing the success story of the E-Class. More than
600,000 examples of the current E-Class Saloon model series have been sold
worldwide, and no fewer than 100,000 customers have already opted for the
latest version of the Estate. The models of the E-Class are therefore making a
significant contribution to the growth of Mercedes-Benz, and are setting clear
standards in the areas of safety, design, quality and efficiency.
Radiator variants – classic or sporty
For the first time, the E-Class is available with two different front ends: the basic
variant and ELEGANCE equipment line come with the classic, three-
dimensional Saloon grille with 3-louvre look and Mercedes-Benz star on the
bonnet. The AVANTGARDE equipment line, on the other hand, incorporates the
sporty front end with central star, and as such boasts an independent, front-end
look with a sporty emphasis.
The headlamps have been redesigned and comprise all functional elements with a
single headlamp lens. The low-beam headlamps and the daytime running lamps

feature LED technology as standard. Full LED headlamps are also available as an Page 12
option for the first time in this class.
A modified side view with new feature line and repositioned trim strip make both
the Saloon and the Estate appear longer. Overall the E-Class not only looks more
elongated, but also more elegant yet at the same time dynamic.
High-tech engines: efficiency meets performance
Both the E-Class Saloon and Estate are available with a broad range of powerful
and efficient petrol and diesel engines – all fitted with ECO start/stop function.
New units include the BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines in the E 200 and
E 250, featuring the same sophisticated technology used in the latest six-cylinder
engine from Mercedes-Benz. Both of the four-cylinder petrol engines meet the
future EU6 standard, while the E 250 even complies with the strict criteria of
efficiency class A.
The six-cylinder petrol engines in the E 300 and E 400 are also state-of-the-art –
and for the first time feature a biturbo drive. The same advanced engine
technology enables the V8 in the E 500 to achieve outstanding levels of
performance and efficiency.
The four cylinder diesel engines in the E 200 CDI, E 220 CDI and E 250 CDI,
well known for their efficiency and featuring the latest injection technology, are
now even more economical, thanks among other things to a revised drive train.
This is also the case for the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, currently the most
economical luxury-class saloon, which in addition to the four-cylinder diesel
engine also has a 20 kW (27 hp) electric motor under the bonnet.
The V6 diesel engines in the E 300 BlueTEC and E 350 BlueTEC have been
revised and fitted with environmentally friendly and efficient BlueTEC
technology, such that they currently already meet the future EU6 emissions
standard. Virtually all of the E-Class models with diesel engines fall into
efficiency class A, while the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is even classified in
efficiency class A+.

Intelligent assistance systems Page 13
In the main markets, both the Saloon and Estate models are fitted as standard
with COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning
system with adaptive brake assist systems. Also forming part of the standard
equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST, which is now able to warn of
inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider speed range, and also inform the
driver about his level of fatigue and the amount of driving time which has
elapsed since the last break.
In addition, also optionally available in the new E-Class are a number of

additional assistance systems which are mostly new or now feature significantly
extended functions.

Quotes on the new E-Class Page 14
Dr Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG

and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars: "Globally we have already sold over eleven
million E-Class Saloon models, and more than a million E-Class Estate models.
And with the new E-Class we will continue to build on this success as it is
ideally placed to enable us to do so. It features exemplary efficiency and
environmental compatibility. It allows us to offer a petrol model for the first time
in this segment which falls into efficiency class A, something which virtually all
of the diesel models also achieve. In addition, the new E-Class offers some
unique assistance systems which are helping to bring the vision of accident-free
motoring closer to reality. We are also honouring the claim made by Gottlieb
Daimler with the new E-Class: the best or nothing."
Dr Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Mercedes-Benz Cars, Sales

and Marketing: "With the new E-Class we are setting down clear markers in the
areas of safety, design and efficiency. It brings lots of technical innovations to
the road and is without doubt the best E-Class ever. This is also reflected in its
design and lovingly revised interior. As a result, in visual terms it brings a breath
of fresh air to the luxury class. The "E" therefore continues to stand for the
leading position in this demanding segment."
Professor Dr Thomas Weber, Member of the Board of Management of

Daimler AG, responsible for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars
Development: "The new E-Class represents a major step forward in every
respect. The design elicits plenty of emotion, causing a stir in its segment. Its
technical highlights are unique. For example, new and improved assistance
systems from the upcoming S-Class take the burden off the driver by
automatically keeping the vehicle in its lane and also tracking traffic in tailbacks.
For the first time, there are also systems that can prevent accidents involving
crossing traffic or pedestrians. What is more, with its new engines the E-Class
achieves optimum values in terms of efficiency, offers an infotainment system
with internet, and boosts safety when driving at night thanks to advanced LED
headlamps and permanent high-beam with no dazzling. The E-Class is a high-
tech package – and a very attractively
packaged one at that."

Design Page 15
Stylish, refined, sporty
As part of the facelift, Mercedes-Benz has sharpened the overall appearance

of the E-Class. Intelligent modifications to the design have given the E-Class
a new front end and created new, exciting proportions. The modifications
have implemented the new Mercedes-Benz design idiom consistently, and
reinterpreted the classical design values of the brand using the existing
basis. The result is a superior and refined appearance which is still sporty
and emotionally appealing.
The headlamps have been redesigned and comprise all functional elements with a
single headlamp lens. Flowing light elements within the headlamps
help to ensure that the "four-eyed" look which is typical of the E-Class
has been graphically retained, and afford both the Saloon and the Estate an
unmistakable night design. The low-beam headlamps and the daytime running
lamps feature LED technology as standard. Full LED headlamps are also
available as an option for the first time in this class.
Design: two new front ends to choose from
For the first time, the E-Class is available with two different front ends: the basic
variant and ELEGANCE equipment line come with the classic, three-
dimensional Saloon grille with 3-louvre look and Mercedes-Benz star on the
bonnet. The AVANTGARDE equipment line, on the other hand, incorporates the
sporty front end with central star and twin louvre which is softly shaped around
the star recess, and as such boasts an independent, front-end look with a sporty
emphasis.
The swept-back bonnet and front bumper have also been redesigned. With its
flowing lines, the bonnet follows the new design idiom in a sleek and very
straightforward manner. Its contours merge elegantly and smoothly into the
frame surrounding the radiator trim and the headlamps. The newly shaped
bumper, which is now free of all light functions, presents an exciting shift
between differently curved areas with precisely executed contour lines and
soft shapes. It has a modern appearance and with the wing design of its curved
spoiler lip subtly underscores the sporty aspirations of the E-Class.

The faces of the new E-Class Page 16
Standard ELEGANCE AVANTGARDE

equipment
Model Radiator grille Radiator grille Sporty front
Mercedes star on the bonnet on the bonnet Central star
Headlamps Partial LED Partial LED Partial LED
headlamps headlamps headlamps
Bumper, wing Black High-gloss High-gloss silver
silver
Radiator louvres/grille High-gloss grey High-gloss Matt silver
louvres black louvres,
louvres black
diamond grille
Grille in the cooling air diamond-shaped louvre-shaped, diamond-shaped
intakes in the bumper parallel to the
opening contour
A new line visually stretches the E-Class
From the side, the new E-Class appears visibly stretched. This comes courtesy of
a redesigned line which starts on the rear door and runs dynamically beneath the
structure line through to the tail light. In this way it visually underscores the
structure line with its typical "undercut". The redesigned side view visually
benefits the vehicle in terms of length, and also makes it look broader when
viewed from the rear. The new line is a stylistic feature of the new design idiom,
which is based on beautifully stretched, voluminous shapes with convex/concave
areas, accentuated by sharp lines.
The three-dimensional side trim has been repositioned and moved downwards.
As a result, the greenhouse appears flatter, despite the window areas remaining
unchanged. This has given rise to visually new, more dynamic proportions.
The same intelligent design modifications have also given the Estate a more
superior and more dynamic appearance. Here, elegant, chrome-plated roof rails
provide an exciting line. The roof rails are chrome-plated in all design and
equipment lines, while the mounting hardware is finished in black. Concealed B
and C-pillars featuring "frame under glass" and a steep D-pillar tapering
downwards characterise the closed look of the Estate model's greenhouse.

Broad, distinctive rear end Page 17
At the rear, the lights and bumper have been revised. The new horizontally
structured LED tail lights with new two-tone look (divided into ¾ red and
¼ white) emphasise the width, and with fibre optics create a characteristic night
design which is typical of Mercedes. A third brake light – integrated into the
tailgate spoiler above the rear window in the case of the Estate – as well as the
number plate illumination, also make use of LED technology.
In the Estate, thanks to the steeply angled, narrow D-pillar, a large, broad tailgate
provides for a large loading aperture and therefore ease of loading
and good usability of the luggage compartment.
The new rear bumper captures the new design idiom and brings it to a consistent
conclusion with a wing attachment which appears to float. Depending on the
engine, the tailpipes are concealed out of sight or are highlighted to the onlooker.
The eight-cylinder models as well as the AVANTGARDE line feature
rectangular tailpipe trim integrated into the bumper. This is also the case for the
optional Exterior Sports package
as well as the AMG Sports package.
E-Class owners can also apply some individual visual highlights with an
attractive range of new wheels. The base variant comes with wheels measuring
40.6 cm (16 inches), while the ELEGANCE and AVANTGARDE lines are fitted
with 43.2 cm (17-inch) wheels. In conjunction with the Exterior Sports package,
wheels measuring 45.7 cm (18 inches) are fitted, and the variant
with the AMG Sports package comes with AMG light-alloy wheels measuring
45.7 cm (18 inches). As an option, wheels with a 48.3 cm (19-inch) diameter are
also available.
The elegantly dynamic style is also highlighted with some new colours: covelline
blue, dolomite brown and hyacinth red are new additions to the
range of paint finishes.

Interior Page 18
Exclusive style, high-quality materials
Mercedes-Benz has carefully revised the interior of the E-Class in such

a way that, together with the expressive, modern exterior, it forms a
harmonious unit.
The new, two-part trim on the dashboard is what first catches the eye:
it stretches across the entire width of the interior and as such visually underscores
the generous sense of space. It is bordered by a high-quality silver chrome frame
and, in conjunction with all of the high-quality materials available for the trim,
creates a consistent overall look. Choices available include fine woods (high-
gloss light brown burr walnut, open-pore brown ash) or a new aluminium variant
with textured grain. All of the materials can be freely selected, irrespective of the
equipment line.
Other eye-catching elements include the instrument cluster and high-gloss

framed central display. In the standard and ELEGANCE line models, the
instrument cluster features black backplates, while the AVANTGARDE line
models have silver backplates. A new design for the air vents, an analogue clock
between the two central air vents as well as redesigned controls beneath the head
unit all serve to highlight the overall high-quality feel of the interior of the new
E-Class. Precise joints and carefully defined curves also make a contribution in
this respect too.
An enhanced sense of perceived quality also comes courtesy of the surfaces in

the interior of the new E-Class. In all equipment variants they feature a fine grain
which boasts a high-quality look and feel and is not only elegant to look at but
also easy to clean. As an option, the dashboard and beltline can also be finished
in ARTICO man-made leather.
Contributing to the harmonious and at the same time functional appeal of the
interior is the redesigned centre console. In conjunction with the automatic
transmission, besides the controller for the infotainment system there is also no
longer a selector lever positioned here. Instead, the automatic transmission is
operated via the DIRECT SELECT lever and shift paddles on the new
multifunction steering wheel. In the horizontal part of the centre console there is
therefore plenty of space for stowage facilities. The controls are clearly arranged
and generously designed in silver chrome.

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 Depending on the line and equipment, drivers have a choice of four
variants of the multifunction steering wheel: the standard and
ELEGANCE line models feature a 4-spoke multifunction steering wheel,
finished in nappa leather with two silver-chrome inserts
 The AVANTGARDE line provides a sporty three-spoke multifunction
steering wheel as standard, finished in nappa leather with perforated
inserts and thumbrests, twelve trapezoid buttons and two silver-chrome
inserts on the lower spoke
 The AMG Sports package includes a 3-spoke AMG sports steering wheel
finished in nappa leather with perforated inserts and thumb-rests,
flattened bottom section and twelve trapezoid buttons as well as two
silver-chrome inserts on the lower spoke
 In conjunction with the Exclusive package, the new E-Class is fitted with
a wood/leather multifunction steering wheel, which can also be ordered
as an optional extra for other model variants
The steering column benefits from an extended, generous adjustment range. It

can be individually positioned by plus/minus 25 mm in terms of height, as well
as 15 mm forwards and 35 mm backwards in terms of length.
Colourful highlights
The new interior colours "silk beige", "espresso brown", "crystal grey" and
"porcelain" provide a whole host of individual, modern design options for the
interior in the colour combinations crystal grey/black, reef grey/crystal grey, silk
beige/espresso brown, silk beige/black or porcelain/black. An additional
strikingly colourful highlight is also offered by the ambient lighting for the
ELEGANCE and AVANTGARDE lines. Its colour tone can be set individually
based on three variants - neutral, solar and polar. The standard version comes
with single-tone ambient lighting.
The colour of the door linings is matched to the interior, and two different
materials are available for the linings:
 ARTICO man-made leather is used in the case of the appointment
variants fabric, fabric in combination with ARTICO man-made-leather,
and also in conjunction with leather appointments with vertical
topstitching
 nappa leather with vertical topstitching is combined with appointments in
nappa leather

Additional design features of the door linings include: Page 20
 generously sized trim element beneath the beltline, which is finished
at the top with trim in silver chrome
 door opener in silver chrome, as well as silver-chrome surround
for the controls for electric seat adjustment, in conjunction with the
Memory package
 armrest with silver-chrome trim, the shape of which underscores
the sweeping lines of the armrest
 door pocket with large stowage space
Attractive, ergonomic seats
The seats of the new E-Cass each feature a different look, depending on the
material used:
 seats in fabric and ARTICO man-made leather have transverse piping

 seats in leather and nappa leather have longitudinal piping
In both cases, the padded piping not only fulfils a number of ergonomic
requirements but at the same time its contouring helps to enhance the high-class
appeal. The taut bolsters on the armrests and seat cushions help to ensure secure
lateral support.
The driver's seat and front passenger seat can be electrically adjusted for height,
backrest angle and seat cushion angle.
As an alternative to the ergonomically conceived and stylishly designed standard

appointments, the following seat variants are also available as an option and offer
additional functions as well as even higher levels of comfort:
 the Multicontour Seat package for driver and front passenger provides
even more individual adjustment options and is recommended by the
AGR, or "Aktion Gesunder Rücken" (healthy back campaign)
 the Active Multicontour Seat package for driver and front passenger
promotes a dynamic style of seating thanks to a massage function. These
seats can be individually adjusted and controlled via the head unit, and
are also recommended by the AGR
Additional comfort functions are also offered by the Memory package for driver
and front passenger, which individually stores the settings for the fully power-

adjustable front seats, front headrests, steering column and exterior mirrors for Page 21
each user and enables them to be automatically called up again. Also available
are heated seats with three-stage adjustment via the controller and head unit
display, as well as climatised seats for driver and front passenger offering active
seat ventilation.
Generous rear seats
The spacious rear seats provide room for three occupants as standard in the form
of a bench seat with three rear headrests, an armrest with stowage compartment
and twin cup holder as well as ISOFIX child seat anchor points on the outer
seats, with additional anchor points above on the rear seat backrest.
The following optional extras for the rear seats are also available for both the
new E-Class Saloon and Estate:
 the Rear Seat Comfort package with two luxury individual seats in
leather, NECK-PRO luxury head restraints, seat heating and Sun
Protection package for exclusive, comfortable travel in the rear (not for
Estate)
 the EASY-PACK Quickfold system, with rear seat backrests which fold
in the ratio 1/3 to 2/3, and through-loading feature and also six load-
securing points in the luggage compartment
 heated seats in the rear (in conjunction with leather appointments)
 rear seats with integrated child seats, including side headrest
 ski bag

Individualisation Page 22
Unique freedom of choice
Individualisation with a capital "I" – this is one of the mottoes of the new E-
Class. This is because the options for individual configuration have been
significantly enhanced and are unique in this class. As previously there are
three lines to choose from, but in practice all of the equipment options
remain available – irrespective of the chosen line (colours, fabrics, leathers,
trim…). As such each vehicle becomes totally individual: no one vehicle is
like any other. For example one can opt for a classic look on the outside, but
retain a totally modern look on the inside.
As ever, there are two attractive design packages to visually enhance both the
interior and exterior of the E-Class. In addition to the basic appointments, there is
also a choice of ELEGANCE and AVANTGARDE equipment lines – with the
latter highlighting the sporty character of the Saloon and Estate models in
particular.
Both lines differ from the standard version in respect of the following additional
appointments:
 storage boxes underneath the front seats

 ambient lighting beneath the dashboard trim and the four door trim strips,
individually adjustable in three colours (neutral, solar, polar)
 automatically dimming inside rear-view mirror
 illuminated stowage facilities in the centre console
 footwell lighting
 ambient lighting in the exterior mirrors
 the centre headrest in the rear can be lowered via a button in the centre
console control panel
In addition, the AVANTGARDE line is is equipped with the DIRECT

CONTROL suspension.
Furthermore, the equipment lines primarily differ from each other in terms of a
number of design details in both the interior and the exterior. The following is a
list of the most significant differences:

Standard equipment Page 23
Exterior
 radiator trim with three louvres in stone grey, front edge in chrome
 front bumper with sporty wing design, air intakes with black diamond
grille, without chrome trim
 16-inch 9-spoke light-alloy wheels
 No side chrome trim
 rear bumper which emphasizes the width, with insert in matt black
plastic, without chrome trim
 concealed exhaust system
Interior
 multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather with four spokes
and two inserts in silver chrome
 aluminium trim with light longitudinal grain, optional high-gloss brown
eucalyptus wood trim
 air-conditioning control panel fascia in black plastic
 shift lever or DIRECT SELECT lever in nappa leather
 Strasbourg seat fabric with transverse stitching
ELEGANCE
Exterior
 radiator trim with three louvres in painted silver, front edge in chrome
 front bumper with sporty wing design, air intakes with black louvres,
chrome trim on the outer air intakes and beneath the spoiler lip
 17-inch multi-spoke light-alloy wheels (E 500 18-inch)
 chrome trim above the side skirts
 rear bumper which emphasizes the width, with insert in matt black
plastic and chrome trim
 concealed exhaust system

Interior Page 24
 multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather with four spokes and two
inserts in silver chrome
 high-gloss dark brown burr walnut wood trim
 air-conditioning control panel fascia in high-gloss dark brown burr
walnut
 shift lever or DIRECT SELECT lever in nappa leather with insert in
high-gloss dark brown burr walnut
 Strasbourg seat fabric with transverse stitching
AVANTGARDE
Exterior
 soft nose clearly distinct from the bonnet, radiator trim with two louvres
and central star
 front bumper with sporty wing design, air intakes with black diamond
grille, chrome trim on the outer air intakes and beneath the spoiler lip
 17-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish, or
18-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish
 chrome trim above the side skirts
 sporty rear bumper, with insert in matt black plastic and chrome trim
 twin-pipe exhaust system with diamond-shaped tailpipe trim integrated
into the bumper
Interior
 sporty three-spoke multifunction steering wheel as standard, finished in
nappa leather with perforated inserts and thumb-rests, two silver-chrome
inserts on the lower spoke
 aluminium trim with dark textured grain
 air-conditioning control panel fascia in aluminium with dark textured
grain
 shift lever or DIRECT SELECT lever in nappa leather with insert in
aluminium with dark textured grain
 seats in ARTICO man-made leather/Grenoble with transverse stitching

Equipment packages make individual choice easier Page 25
Three optional equipment packages provide additional options for differentiation

and individualisation:
Exclusive package – adds value with high-quality appointments. It comprises:

 nappa leather upholstery for seats, centre armrest and door armrests and
door centre panels
 roof lining, pillars and sunblind in DINAMICA microfibre
 dashboard and beltline in ARTICO man-made leather with topstitching
 velour floor mats with nubuck strip in appointments colour
AMG Sports package – with AMG bodystyling and technology for a sporty
appearance and enhanced driving dynamics. It comprises:
 AMG bodystyling consisting of a front and rear apron plus side sill
panels
 18-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels with 245/40 R 18 on
8.5 J x 18 ET48 (front), and 265/35 R 18 on 9 J x 18 ET54 (rear)
 18-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish
and 245/40 R 18 on 8.5 J x 18 ET48 for 4MATIC models
 larger brake discs on the front, perforated
 front brake callipers with "Mercedes-Benz" lettering
 DIRECT CONTROL sports suspension (not for 4MATIC models)
 twin-pipe exhaust system with rectangular, integrated tailpipe trim in
polished stainless steel
 front sports seats with deeply contoured lateral support on the seat
backrest
 ARTICO man-made leather/DINAMICA microfibre upholstery in black
with light-coloured contrasting stitching (black leather upholstery
optionally available)
 centre armrest and armrests in the doors in black with light-coloured
contrasting stitching
 AMG sports steering wheel in black nappa leather featuring 3-spoke
design and with flattened bottom section
 shift lever in nappa leather with chrome trim
 DIRECT SELECT shift paddles and manual shift mode (M) in
conjunction with automatic transmission
 sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
 floor mats with AMG lettering
 roof lining in black fabric

Exterior Sports package – enhances the exterior of the vehicle with an even Page 26
sportier appearance and enables a more sporty and agile driving sensation. It
comprises:
 18-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels with 245/40 R 18 on
8.5 J x 18 ET48 (front), and 265/35 R 18 on 9 J x 18 ET54 (rear)
 sports suspension (not for 4MATIC)
 larger, perforated front brake discs
 brake callipers with Mercedes lettering
 exhaust system with two rectangular, integrated tailpipes

Body Page 27
Focusing on quality and functionality
The body of the E-Class has already proven its exceptional qualities
when it comes to safety and comfort. On top of this it offers outstanding
aerodynamics and, thanks to innovative production and quality assurance
processes, consistently high quality. These characteristics impressed
400 automotive experts in 2009 when they presented the body of the
E-Class Saloon with the EuroCarBody Award.
Since the basis of the body has not been changed, the new E-Class also boasts the
same outstanding characteristics. These include:
 extremely stiff, rigid passenger cell made of highest grade and

 high-strength steels
 comprehensive deformation zones in the front and rear areas
 lightweight construction - bonnet, wings and boot lid (tailgate
on the Estate) are made of aluminium
 high ease of repair thanks to removable front and rear modules
Also new are the headlamps featuring LED technology – optionally also even
available as full LED variants. The advantages of LED technology include:
 long service life

 colour temperature similar to daylight
 energy efficiency, since LEDs require significantly less energy than
halogen and xenon lights while offering the same level of light output
HANDS-FREE ACCESS for convenient loading
Also new: as an option the E-Class can be fitted with so-called HANDS-FREE
ACCESS in conjunction with the KEYLESS-GO package. Its state-of-the-art
technology enables the boot lid to be opened and closed without actual physical
contact by simply holding your foot beneath the bumper – a significant increase
in convenience when loading and unloading the vehicle. The
HANDS-FREE ACCESS feature also prevents hands from getting dirty and also
luggage, since otherwise in the meantime one would have to place it down on the
ground in order to open the boot.

The E-Class Saloon provides a spacious, illuminated boot. It has a volume of 540 Page 28
litres, with space for four golf bags for example. The luggage compartment of the
Estate is unrivalled in its spaciousness and sets the standard in this segment.
Behind the rear seat backrests a volume of 695 litres is available, and with the
rear seat backrests folded down this becomes up to 1950 litres. HANDS-FREE
ACCESS, EASY-PACK Quickfold with convenience feature or the EASY-
PACK folding folding load compartment floor with EASY-PACK luggage
compartment comfort box all help to enhance the convenience and usability of
the luggage compartment.
Consistent optimum values for aerodynamics and aeroacoustics
The outstanding aerodynamic qualities of the E-Class have also been retained
following the design modifications implemented in the new E-Class. Both the
Saloon (Cd value 0.26 - 0.28) and the Estate (Cd value 0.29 - 0.31) are at the top
of their segment in this area too.
Excellent aeroacoustics effectively contribute to the typically high levels of ride

comfort found in the E-Class. Even at high speeds, very little flow noise
penetrates into the vehicle interior.
An additional increase in comfort can be achieved with the optionally available

acoustic laminated safety glass for the sliding side windows in the front and rear.
It creates even higher levels of noise comfort and at the same times affords more
protection and safety against breakage.

New level of safety Page 29
Intelligent assistance systems with a keener eye
What started with the PRE-SAFE® system some ten years ago and continued
with DISTRONIC PLUS has resulted in a new dimension of motoring at
Mercedes-Benz: comfort and safety are merged into one, opening up all
sorts of new prospects for motorists and car developers alike. Mercedes-
Benz refers to this as "intelligent drive". Optionally, the
E-Class features a whole host of new or optimised systems on board which
help to make motoring more comfortable and safer.
In the main markets, the Saloon and Estate models are fitted as standard with
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning system
with brake assist systems. It helps to significantly reduce the risk of a rear-end
collision. Also forming part of the standard equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST,
which is now able to warn of inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider speed
range, and also inform the driver about his level of fatigue and the amount of
driving time which has elapsed since the last break. It also offers an adjustable
sensitivity level.
"The intelligent assistance systems of the future will be able to analyse complex
situations and recognise potential dangers out on the road with the aid of
improved environment sensor systems even more accurately than today,"
explains Prof. Dr Thomas Weber, Member of the Daimler Board of Management
responsible for Group Research and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars Development.
"Figuratively speaking, the new E-Class doesn't just
have eyes at the front, it has 360-degree all-round vision."
Of crucial importance in this respect is the networking of all systems, or "sensor

fusion" as the safety experts call it. Mercedes-Benz is continually enhancing the
performance capabilities of its assistance systems with
the aim of ensuring comprehensive protection, not just for the occupants
of a Mercedes-Benz, but for all other road users too
The new systems hold tremendous potential for either preventing accidents or
mitigating their consequences according to Dr Weber: "Take, for instance, the
new BAS PLUS assistance system with Junction Assist. The results of our
accident research based on the data from the GIDAS (German In-Depth Accident
Study) indicate that it could reduce or prevent 27 percent of all accidents at road

junctions resulting in personal injury. That equates to Page 30
some 20,000 accidents a year in Germany alone."
New sensors, new senses, new intelligence
The basis for the innovative functions comes courtesy of highly modern sensors
and appropriately networked algorithms. Mercedes-Benz is making a major leap
forward with the introduction of the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera (SMPC), or
stereo camera for short. Just like the Multi-Purpose Camera (MPC) fitted
previously, it is positioned behind the windscreen in the vicinity of the rear-view
mirror. It has an aperture angle of 45 degrees and is capable of spatial detection
of objects moving crossways ahead and also pedestrians,
and calculating their path. The camera's two "eyes" provide it with a three-
dimensional view of the area up to approx. 50 metres in front of the vehicle, and
it is able to monitor the overall situation ahead for a range of up to
500 metres. In this way, the new camera is able to provide data for processing by
various systems.
Intelligent algorithms evaluate this information in order to detect and carry out
spatial classification of both vehicles that are driving ahead, oncoming or
crossing, as well as pedestrians and a variety of traffic signs within a large field
of vision.
Whereas the stereo camera's lenses act as the car's eyes, the radar sensors are its
ears, so to speak, and provide additional data. The system of radar sensors
comprises two short-range radar sensors in the front bumper with a range of 30
metres and a beam angle of 80 degrees, which are complemented by a
long-range radar (200 metres, 18 degrees) including medium-range detection (60
metres, 60 degrees). The data from the camera and radars is amalgamated in a
control unit in order to provide the system-specific data for the various functions.
Comfort-enhancing assistance with lateral lane guidance:

DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist
The DISTRONIC PLUS proximity control system is a driver aid designed to

keep the vehicle at the desired distance from another vehicle in front that is
travelling slower than the selected cruising speed. This basic radar-based
function has now been enhanced by the addition of Steering Assist, which helps
drivers to stay centred in their lane by generating the appropriate steering torque
when travelling on a straight road and even on gentle bends.

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The stereo camera recognises lane markings as well as vehicles driving ahead
together with their spatial positioning, and relays this information to the electric
steering assistance system. When driving at slow speeds, e.g. in congested traffic,
the Steering Assist can use the vehicle ahead as a means of orientation, enabling
semi-autonomous tailback tracking even when there are no clear lane markings
visible. As a result, the system is able to further boost driving comfort and
substantially ease the driver's workload in many traffic situations.
The new Steering Assist sub-function integrated into the DISTRONIC PLUS
system is predominantly based on the new stereo camera. At the same time, the
area in front of the vehicle continues to be monitored by two short-range radar
sensors and a long-range radar sensor with medium-range detection. The system
fuses the data gleaned from both technologies, calculates any reactions required,
and then regulates the vehicle's linear speed as requirements dictate by
controlling engine power, transmission and brakes, as well as actuating the
electric steering for lateral vehicle guidance.
The DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist can be activated as before with a
selector lever on the steering wheel in a speed range from 0 - 200 km/h. Any
speed between 30 km/h and 200 km/h can be selected as the desired cruising
speed. A green steering wheel symbol appears in the instrument cluster to
indicate when the Steering Assist is operating while DISTRONIC PLUS is
activated. Meanwhile, linear controlling actions (cruise control function)
continue to be visualised in the speed display by means of circular segments and
the speedometer needle.
Drivers must keep their hands on the steering wheel at all times even when
Steering Assist is activated, as the function only works in bends above a certain,
speed-dependent radius. Legal considerations also mean there are no plans to
introduce hands-free driving. The system's design is so refined that the sensors
can detect whether the driver's hands are actually on the steering wheel. If they
are not, a visual warning is issued first. Should the driver fail to react to this, a
warning signal sounds and lateral lane guidance is deactivated. This does not
affect the cruise control function, however, which continues to be operative.
Needless to say, the driver is able to override the Steering Assist at any time.
If the driver signals to change lane, for instance, the lateral guidance function
will switch into passive mode for the duration of the lane change.

The performance capabilities of the basic DISTRONIC PLUS function have been Page 32
increased once again. Now, the system is able to brake at a rate of up to 5 m/s²
without any intervention from the driver. If the "S" drive mode button is pressed,
the rate of acceleration increases, too. Vehicle acceleration is also far more
dynamic if the driver signals a wish to overtake by switching on the indicators,
assuming the road is clear.
By combining the radar and camera data, DISTRONIC PLUS is also able to
detect both vehicles cutting in and vehicles ahead in adjacent lanes and take any
necessary action promptly. This can prevent illegal undertaking on motorways
and similar multi-lane highways, for example, by adapting the speed to that of
vehicles in the outside lanes.
Braking assistance for cross traffic too: BAS PLUS with Junction Assist
Apart from material damage, accidents at junctions often result in serious

personal injuries, too. The new Brake Assist BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic
Assist from Mercedes-Benz is therefore capable of more than just helping the
driver to avoid collisions with vehicles ahead or lessen their consequences in a
purely linear direction: the new Junction Assist function can also come to the
driver's aid when there is a risk of a collision with cross traffic at junctions.
If this anticipatory system detects a hazardous situation of this type, it prompts

the driver to start emergency braking by activating visual and acoustic warnings.
If the driver presses the brake pedal too tentatively, BAS PLUS
will step in by automatically boosting brake pressure for effective emergency
braking, even applying the brakes at full power if necessary. Applying just
the right amount of braking power for the situation at hand maximises the
available braking distance for traffic behind.
The Junction Assist function is operative at speeds up to around 72 km/h, while

BAS PLUS is able to aid the driver in linear situations at any speed.
BAS PLUS with Junction Assist is potentially able to either prevent or lessen the
severity of around 27 percent of all accidents at road junctions resulting in
personal injury. This equates to some 20,000 accidents a year in Germany alone
(source: investigations carried out by the GIDAS – German In--Depth Accident
Study – and Mercedes-Benz Accident Research).
With pedestrian detection and city brake function:

BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Brake Page 33
Pedestrian detection has been added to the BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE ® Brake
functions, while autonomous braking for vehicles in front has undergone a major
enhancement too.
Thanks to the combination of stereo camera and radar sensors, it is now possible
to detect pedestrians in front of the vehicle. Visual and acoustic warnings are
triggered when a hazard is spotted. If the driver then reacts by braking, the
braking power will be boosted by BAS PLUS as the situation requires, right up to
a full brake application. Should the driver fail to react, PRE--SAFE® Brake
triggers autonomous vehicle braking. The PRE-SAFE® Brake with pedestrian
detection is active up to approx. 72 km/h, and is able to prevent collisions with
pedestrians autonomously from an initial speed of
up to 50 km/h.
Evaluations of GIDAS accident data indicate that this new technology could
avoid six percent of pedestrian accidents and reduce the severity of a further 41
percent. The operating range of the autonomous braking function for stationary
vehicles has been optimised so that rear-end collisions can likewise be avoided at
speeds of up to 50 km/h.
BAS PLUS with Junction Assist and the PRE-SAFE® Brake with pedestrian
detection rely on the same sensors employed for the adaptive proximity control
system DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist: the new stereo camera plus the
multistage radar sensor system.
Reacts to broken lines too: Active Lane Keeping Assist
The new improved version of the Active Lane Keeping Assist is now also able to
intervene should the driver inadvertently cross a broken line when the
neighbouring lane is not clear and this could result in the risk of a collision when
changing lane. The system can determine if this is the case using the information
from the stereo camera and the radar system. The latter has been supplemented
by a sensor at the rear, which works in unison with the other sensors in the front
and rear bumpers.
The Active Lane Keeping Assist is not only capable of recognising critical
situations such as overtaking vehicles, vehicles to be overtaken and parallel
traffic, it can also respond effectively to oncoming traffic. If the system detects
the vehicle crossing the lane markings when the adjacent lane is not clear, not

only does it cause the steering wheel to vibrate in pulses as a tactile warning for Page 34
the driver, it guides the vehicle back into lane by applying a corrective braking
force on one side via the ESP®. It thereby forms the ideal complement to the
Active Blind Spot Assist, and for the first time also enables the often fatal
collisions with oncoming traffic to be avoided.
The Active Lane Keeping Assist is active at speeds between 60 and 200 km/h. If
driver activity in the form of e.g. active steering, braking or acceleration is
detected or when the indicators are switched on, both the warning and the
corrective brake actuation are suppressed.
Now also identifies no-overtaking zones and no-entry signs:

Traffic Sign Assist
A new Traffic Sign Assist which builds on the capabilities of the previous Speed
Limit Assist represents yet another contribution to accident prevention from
Mercedes-Benz. The system is now also able to recognise no-overtaking zones
and alert drivers to no-entry restrictions.
The camera on the inside of the windscreen continues to pick up speed limit
signs, including those on overhead gantries and in roadworks, for example. The
camera's data is cross-referenced against the information in the navigation system
and can be displayed in both the instrument cluster and the map view. If the
camera fails to spot any road signs showing a speed limit or a speed limit is
lifted, the legal speed limits based on the navigation data are shown instead, such
as a maximum speed of 100 km/h on country roads in Germany or
50 km/h in built-up areas.
No-overtaking zones and the signs signalling their end are also registered and
displayed, while in the case of signs imposing access restrictions, an acoustic
warning is additionally emitted together with a visual warning in the instrument
cluster – making an effective contribution towards helping to prevent serious
accidents caused by wrong-way drivers.

Visualising drowsiness: ATTENTION ASSIST Page 35
A quarter of all motorway accidents in Germany are put down to drowsiness,

making it one of the most frequent causes of accidents, most of which are of a
serious nature. In 2009, Mercedes-Benz presented ATTENTION ASSIST, which
is able to detect tell-tale signs of inattentiveness and increasing drowsiness based
on changes in steering behaviour and a host of other factors.
The system has been subject to on-going development, and the latest version has
the ability to detect drowsiness and inattentiveness across a far greater speed
range from 60 - 200 km/h. Furthermore, the system's sensitivity can be adjusted,
e.g. for drivers who already feel tired when they get behind the wheel.
A new menu in the instrument cluster display also makes the system more
tangible and transparent for the driver by visualising the current attention level
and the driving time since the last break. What's more, it is also possible to see
whether the system is active in the current driving situation.
The system can be deactivated by making the appropriate selection in the

instrument cluster menu. However, it will always be automatically reactivated
with the sensitivity setting last selected the next time the vehicle is started.
Automatic manoeuvring into and out of parallel and end-on parking spaces:
Active Parking Assist
The Active Parking Assist enables automated parking with active steering and
brake control in both parallel and end-on spaces. It is an advanced version of the
PARKTRONIC system with Parking Guidance offered previously. What's more,
the system is now also able to manoeuvre out of parallel parking spaces again all
by itself with automatic steering and brake control, assuming the vehicle was
parked there automatically previously.
When travelling at speeds below 30 km/h, ultrasonic sensors with an extended

range in the bumpers' side sections survey the nearside of the road for suitable
parallel and end-on parking spaces. The same procedure is carried out for the far
side of the road if the driver indicates accordingly. A symbol in the instrument
cluster shows that the system is in the process of measuring. If a suitable parking
spot is identified, an arrow appears alongside the symbol indicating that the
system is ready for automatic parking. All the driver now has to do to activate the

system is engage reverse gear and confirm by pressing the OK button on the Page 36
steering wheel.
The Active Parking Assist steers and brakes the vehicle automatically as well as
indicating the required driver actions in the display in each case, such as the
transmission position to be selected. The driver moves the vehicle by lightly
pressing the accelerator or releasing the brake.
Permanent high beam with no dazzling: Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus
Around 20 percent of all road journeys in Germany are undertaken at night. But
this is when some 40 percent of all accidents occur. A main cause for this is poor
visibility. According to a study by the University of Michigan, high-beam
headlamps can only be used during eight percent of driving time - which is
nowhere near enough. Based on this, it can be assumed that the time during
which high-beam headlamps can be used in Germany is likely to be even lower
given the denser amounts of road traffic compared with the USA.
For the first time, the Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus allows the high-beam
headlamps to be kept on permanently while driving by masking out any other
road user detected in the beams' cone of light. If the camera-based system
registers either oncoming traffic or vehicles ahead, it will adapt the light
distribution according to the specific situation when the high beam is switched
on. Consequently, the driver can simply leave the high-beam headlamps on at all
times and use their full range without irritating or even endangering other road
users. There is no need to switch them on and off manually, resulting in a
significant increase in the overall driving time with high beam.
The Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus likewise makes use of the new stereo
camera also employed by other assistance systems. If its image recognition
algorithm picks up a vehicle that is oncoming or driving ahead, it actuates a
mechanism in the headlamp module. This then masks the portion of the LED
headlamp's high-beam cone of light where there are other vehicles to prevent
their drivers from being dazzled. If road users are detected outside the area that
can be masked – for instance when cornering with multiple vehicles in the
headlamps' beams – the system will switch to the familiar system of headlamp
range control using the low-beam headlamps.

Possible backglare caused by increased use of the high beam and highly Page 37
reflective signs at the side of the road is also detected and eliminated by dimming
the headlamps accordingly.
The Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus builds on the Adaptive Highbeam Assist
system first introduced by Mercedes-Benz in 2009. If this system detects
oncoming traffic or traffic driving ahead with the help of a camera, it dips the
headlamps and automatically adapts the low beam's range according to the
situation. In this way, it allows the road to be illuminated for a long way ahead
without dazzling other drivers. In addition to this, adaptive control of the low-
beam headlamp range with smooth transitions results in gentler lighting changes
that the eyes can quickly adjust to.

At a glance Page 38
The main new functions of Mercedes-Benz assistance systems
Comfort-oriented assistance
DISTRONIC PLUS with helps with keeping the vehicle in
its Steer Assist lane and tracks traffic in tailbacks
Safety - longitudinal guidance

BAS PLUS can also detect crossing traffic and boost
the braking power applied by the driver
can detect pedestrians and boost the
braking power applied by the driver
PRE-SAFE® Brake can detect pedestrians, avoid collisions

with pedestrians or stationary traffic at
up to 50 km/h by means of autonomous
braking and reduce the consequences of
a collision at up to 72 km/h
Safety - towards the rear

PRE-SAFE® PLUS can detect imminent rear-end collisions,
trigger PRE-SAFE® occupant protection
measures in an imminent rear-end
collision, firmly apply the brakes of the
stationary vehicle in a rear-end collision
to reduce the forces to which occupants
are subjected and to avoid secondary
collisions
Safety - lateral guidance

Active Lane Keeping Assist can detect oncoming traffic and if the
adjacent lane is occupied, and prevent
the vehicle from leaving its lane
unintentionally by applying the brakes
on one side

Safety - at night Page 39
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus allows the high-beam headlamps to be
kept on permanently without dazzling
traffic by masking out other vehicles in
the beams' cone of light
Safety - when parking

Active Parking Assist enables automated parking in both
parallel and end-on spaces with
automatic steering and brake control
enables automatic manoeuvring out of
parallel parking spaces
Driver's level of attention and condition

ATTENTION ASSIST can warn of lack of attention and
drowsiness in an extended speed range of
60 to 200 km/h
can provide the driver with information
on his level of fatigue and the amount of
driving time which has elapsed since the
last break
provides an adjustable sensitivity level

Trend-setting safety Page 40
Airbags, restraint systems and pedestrian protection
Innovative driver assistance systems, preventive protective measures,

a stress-resistant body structure and highly effective restraint systems make
the E-Class one of the safest vehicles in its segment.
The basis for this is the integrated safety concept from Mercedes-Benz, which
combines all elements of active and passive safety in a well-thought-out system –
providing protection to the vehicle occupants and other road users. The integrated
safety concept meets, to an unprecedented extent, the requirements for a high
degree of vehicle and road safety, and is oriented towards real-world accidents.
PRE-SAFE® PLUS: occupant protection in an impending rear-end collision
Mercedes-Benz has extended the well-known PRE-SAFE ® preventive occupant

protection system to cover dangerous situations caused by traffic following
behind.
A radar sensor in the rear bumper monitors the traffic behind the vehicle and can
detect an impending rear-end collision. The system alerts the driver of the vehicle
behind to a dangerous situation by quickly flashing the rear hazard lights (not for
the USA and Canada). In addition, it triggers the preventive
PRE-SAFE® occupant protection measures, which include reversible belt
tensioners and active NECK-PRO® head restraints.
If the vehicle is stationary, PRE-SAFE® PLUS will keep it firmly braked, thus
reducing any forward jolt. This can greatly reduce the strain placed on the
occupants and the risk of whiplash injuries, for example. Firmly applying the
vehicle's brakes can help to prevent secondary accidents too, such as running into
a vehicle in front, for example, or colliding with pedestrians or other road users at
junctions.

State-of-the-art restraint systems Page 41
In the event of an accident, the best possible protection is provided by the

restraint systems, the comprehensive deployment of airbags and the structural
safety of the body. An innovative sensor system triggers the safety systems
depending on the situation and coordinates them all with each other.
Restraint systems are the backbone of passive safety.
 3-point seat belts for driver and front passenger with electronic,
reversible belt tensioners in the PRE-SAFE® phase and pyrotechnic belt
tensioners in the event of an accident as well as belt force limiters.
 3-point seat belts on the outer seats in the rear with pyrotechnic belt
tensioners, belt force limiters for all rear seats and rear belt status display
in the instrument cluster. Making up part of the optionally available Rear
Seat Safety package are 3-point seat belts with self-adaptive belt force
limiters on the outer rear seats, which are able to adjust the belt force for
small passengers and children in particular.
 NECK-PRO head restraints for driver and front passenger which provide
early support for the head in the event of a rear-end collision and as such
are able to reduce the risk of whiplash.
 ISOFIX child seat anchor points on the outer rear seats for the safe
attachment of appropriate child seats with additional respective anchor
point above on the rear seat backrest.
Also fitted on board the E-Class is an elaborate system of airbags:
 adaptive airbags for driver and front passenger with multistage

deployment, depending on the detected severity of the impact
 sidebags for driver and front passenger, which are able to provide
additional protection in the event of a side impact
 pelvisbags for driver and front passenger, which are able to protect the
pelvic area in the event of a side impact
 windowbags between the A, B and C-pillars, to protect the head area of
the driver, front passenger and passengers seated on the outer rear seats
 kneebags, which in specific types of impact can protect the driver in the
area of the dashboard which comes into contact with the knees, and also
stabilise the entire upper body by positively influencing occupant
movement in the event of an impact

 sidebags in the rear provide additional protection for passengers on the Page 42
outer rear seats; they are part of the Rear Seat Safety package which is
available as an optional extra
Also making a contribution to safety is automatic child seat recognition (ACSR).

It can deactivate the airbag on the front passenger side when a child seat with a
corresponding transponder is fitted.
Consistent pedestrian protection
The E-Class also plays an exemplary role when it comes to pedestrian protection.
The following measures are implemented for pedestrian protection:
 active bonnet, which is moved upwards by 50 mm when an impact is

detected, thus creating additional deformation space during the impact;
the system is reversible and can be reset by the driver, without having to
visit the workshop, to enable him to continue driving
 BAS PLUS warns when pedestrians are detected in the danger zone by
the Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera. The PRE-SAFE ® Brake with
pedestrian protection triggers autonomous braking when the system
detects a pedestrian in the danger zone and the driver is not reacting to
the system's warnings. This pedestrian detection, in conjunction with the
optionally available Driver Assistance package Plus, represents a
milestone in preventing accidents with pedestrians and/or reducing their
consequences.

Engine and drive system Page 43
Superior performance, economical consumption
"E" for "Efficiency": this is the well-proven success formula with which the
E-Class is raising the bar and showing how the intelligent interaction
between technical innovations throughout the drive train can reduce fuel
consumption.
The E-Class Saloon and Estate are available with a broad range of powerful and
efficient petrol and diesel engines with optimised drive train. All are fitted with
the ECO start/stop system.
The petrol engines: powerful, fast and clean
The BlueDIRECT petrol engines from Mercedes-Benz, which to date have

comprised the familiar V6 and V8 engines, are characterised by the latest
technology. A new addition is a six-cylinder engine which is being offered for
the first time in the E-Class not only as a naturally aspirated engine, but also as
the E 400 with a displacement reduced to three litres but also with a biturbo drive
as a result. With its output potential and enormously high torque at low engine
speeds, this six-cylinder model sets new standards in its segment. It produces 20
kW more compared with the E 350. Its torque has increased by 110 Nm and
remains available in the engine speed range of 1600 to 4000 rpm. On top of this,
the new, efficient six-cylinder engine also fulfils the EU6 emissions standard.
The E 500 is making a name for itself as the most economical model in the V8
segment.
Another new addition to the BlueDIRECT petrol engine family is a four-cylinder

petrol engine. With a combined fuel consumption in the E 250 of 5.8 litres
(135 g CO2 per km) and producing 155 kW (211 hp) from a displacement of just
two litres, as well as 350 Nm of torque across a wide range of 1200 to
4000 rpm, it sets new standards in the four-cylinder segment. Providing
acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 s (Estate 7.8 s), it provides the E-Class
with spirited performance.

Lean burn process with stratified charge operation Page 44
Depending on the operating conditions, the new four-cylinder engine features

stratified charge or homogenous operation. With stratified charge operation, the
high-compression engine runs with significant excess air. To achieve this, the
fuel is only sprayed into the air, which has already been compressed by the
pistons, during the compression phase. A precisely controlled electronic multiple
injection system helps to ensure that a fuel/air cloud builds up in a limited area
around the spark plug, precisely at the time of ignition. This lights the ignitable
fuel/air mixture around the spark plug, whereas only a very lean mixture with
high excess air is to be found in the remainder of the combustion chamber. This
enables extremely efficient combustion.
A prerequisite for stratified charge operation is fast piezo injectors. They spray
the fuel into the combustion chambers several times in succession per power
stroke, and as such enable specific control of the mixture formation and thus the
flammability.
The new four-cylinder petrol engine from Mercedes-Benz also sees the world's
first use of this stratified lean burn process in combination with exhaust-gas
turbocharging and external high-pressure exhaust gas recirculation. As a result
the E 250 achieves a combined optimum consumption figure of 5.8 litres per 100
km (corresponding to 135 g of CO2/km), and is therefore the only vehicle in this
segment to achieve efficiency class A. In addition, the new BlueDIRECT four-
cylinder petrol engines already meet the EU6 emissions standard which will
apply from 2015. The new four-cylinder engine also
meets the EU6 emissions standard in the guise of the homogenous variant
for countries with different fuel qualities.
Advanced technology makes engines more efficient
The BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines in the E-Class combine

spontaneous response and exemplary power delivery with high efficiency
and best-in-class emission performance. To achieve this goal, Mercedes-Benz
transferred the BlueDIRECT technology from the V6 and V8 engines into the
four-cylinder models. Direct petrol injection with spray-guided combustion,
which Mercedes-Benz was the first car manufacturer to introduce in series
production, has been developed further by the engineers into third-generation
direct petrol injection with spray-guided combustion. The system pressure is now
up to 200 bar and is variably optimised according to the engine's characteristic

map. Completely newly developed piezo injectors allow up to Page 45
five injections per power stroke for the best possible mixture formation.
The third-generation direct injection system also features "rapid multi-spark

ignition" (MSI). Following the first spark discharge and a brief combustion
period, the coil is quickly recharged and a further spark is discharged. The MSI
system enables up to four sparks to be discharged in succession within one
millisecond, creating a plasma with a larger spatial expansion than conventional
ignition.
The rapid multi-spark ignition can be actuated to vary both the timing of the
sparks and the combustion period to suit the relevant operating point. This
provides scope for the best possible centre of combustion and improved residual
gas compatibility. This in turn reduces fuel consumption. The result
of this is excellent utilisation of the fuel with minimum emissions.
In conjunction with continuous adjustment of the intake and exhaust camshaft,

the direct injection system also provides the essential basis for so-called
scavenging. As a result of a partial overlap of the opening times of the intake and
exhaust valve, part of the drawn-in cold fresh air conveys the hot exhaust gas
contained in the cylinder into the exhaust manifold, thereby improving
the filling level substantially in comparison with the conventional mode of
operation. Due to the increased mass flow in the exhaust line, the turbocharger
additionally responds considerably faster at low revs in particular, avoiding turbo
lag.
A new thermal management system has also been developed: in a cold state, a
switchable water pump with flow-optimised ball valve ensures that no coolant
flows through the engine, providing for swift heating-up of the combustion
chambers after starting up the engine. The thermostat is electronically controlled
and the coolant temperatures are adjusted according to driving style and ambient
conditions. The thermostat itself is also a flow-optimised ball valve. In the
interest of high efficiency, the volumetric flow of the oil pump is also controlled
as in the V engines.
All engine variants are designed for operation with E10 premium petrol and
an octane number of 95 RON.

The petrol engines Page 46
Model Cylinders Displacement Output at rpm Torque at rpm 0-100 l/100 km CO2 EU Efficiency
cc km/h g/km class
in s
E 200 4 1991 135 kW (184 hp)/ 300 Nm/ 7.9 5.8 135 6 B
5500 1200 - 4000 (8.3) (6.0) (139)
E 250 4 1991 155 kW (211 hp)/ 350 Nm/ 7.4 5.8 135 6 A
5500 1200 - 4000 (7.8) (6.1) (141)
E 300 V6 3498 185 kW (252 hp)/ 340 Nm/ 7.1 6.8 159 5 C
6500 3500 - 4500 (7.5) (7.1) (165)
E 300 V6 3498 185 kW (252 hp)/ 340 Nm/ 7.4 7.4 174 5 C
4MATIC 6500 3500 - 4500 (7.8) (7.8) (184)
E 400 * V6 2996 245 kW (333 hp)/ 480 Nm/ 5.3 7.5 175 6 C
5250 - 6000 1600 - 4000 (5.4) (7.9) (183)
E 400 V6 2996 245 kW (333 hp)/ 480 Nm/ 5.3 8.1 189 6 D
4MATIC 5250 - 6000 1600 - 4000 (5.4) (8.5) (197)
*
E 500 V8 4663 300 kW (408 hp)/ 600 Nm/ 4.9 8.9 209 5 E
5000 - 5750 1600 - 4750 (5.0) (9.3) (216)
E 500 V8 4663 300 kW (408 hp)/ 600 Nm/ 4.8 9.4 219 5 E
4MATIC 5000 - 5750 1600 - 4750 (4.9) (9.5) (222)
All figures based on 7G-TRONIC PLUS (figures in brackets apply to Estate), * = provisional
figures
In September 2013, the E 200 Natural Gas Drive with bivalent natural gas drive
will complete the comprehensively updated range of drives for the
E-Class. The 120 kW (163 hp) four-cylinder engine in this Saloon model
can be run both on premium petrol and natural gas.
Powerful diesel engines in the best efficiency class
Some of the diesel models of the E-Class are available as BlueTEC models fitted
with the established SCR (selective catalytic reduction) technology and as such
meet the EU6 emissions standard.
The engine range is supplemented with the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID. It

combines the four-cylinder diesel engine (150 kW/204 hp) with an electric motor
(20 kW/27 hp). The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID consumes 4.1 l/100 km and
produces CO2 emissions of 107 g/km. As such it occupies the leading position
among the most economical models in the upper medium-size category.

The diesel engines Page 47
Model Cylinders Displacement Output at rpm Torque at rpm 0-100 l/100 CO2 EU Efficiency
cc km/h km g/km class
in s
E 200 CDI 4 2143 100 kW (136 hp)/ 360 Nm/ 9.5 4.9 127 5 A
2800 - 4600 1600 - 2600 (10.1) (5.3) (137)
E 220 CDI 4 2143 125 kW (170 hp)/ 400 Nm/ 8.4 4.7 125 5 A
3000 - 4200 1400 - 2800 (8.6) (5.2) (134)
E 220 CDI 4 2143 125 kW (170 hp)/ 400 Nm/ 8.7 4.5 119 5 A
Edition 3000 - 4200 1400 - 2800
E 250 CDI 4 2143 150 kW (204 hp)/ 500 Nm/ 7.5 4.8 128 5 A
3800 1600 - 1800 (7.8) (5.2) (136)
E 250 CDI 4 2143 150 kW (204 hp)/ 500 Nm/ 7.9 5.5 143 5 A
4MATIC 388 1600 - 1800 (8.1) (5.8) (152)
E 300 V6 2987 170 kW (231 hp)/ 540 Nm/ 7.1 5.5 144 6 A
BlueTEC 3800 1550 - 2400 (7.4) (5.7) (152)
E 350 V6 2987 185 kW (252 hp)/ 620 Nm/ 6.6 5.5 144 6 A
BlueTEC 3600 1600 – 2400 (6.9) (5.7) (152)
E 350 V6 2987 185 kW (252 hp)/ 620 Nm/ 6.7 6.0 160 6 B
BlueTEC 3600 1600 - 2400 (7.0) (6.4) (170)
4MATIC
E 300 4 2143 150 kW (204 hp)/ 500 Nm/ 7.5 4.1 107 5 A+
BlueTEC 4200 1600 – 1800 (7.8) (4.4) (116)
HYBRID Electric motor Electric motor
20 kW (27 hp) 250 Nm
All figures based on 7G-TRONIC PLUS (figures in brackets apply to Estate)
ECO start/stop function with direct-start
The ECO start/stop system included as standard in all models operates with the
starter-supported ECO start/stop function. This means that when the engine is
switched off, the attitude of the crankshaft is registered by a novel crankshaft
sensor so that the engine control unit knows the positions of the individual
cylinders. On restarting, it can then select the cylinder that is in the most suitable
position for first ignition. After the starter has briefly turned over the engine,
reliable injection, ignition and combustion are immediately possible in the ideally
positioned cylinder.
Optimised drive train
Mercedes-Benz will also offer two transmissions for the E-Class in the future: a
6-speed manual transmission with high ease of shifting and short shift travel, and
the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever and
DIRECT SELECT shift paddles. The features of the latest evolutionary stage of
7G-TRONIC PLUS include a new torque converter with reduced slip, an ECO
shift programme with an improved ratio spread and an auxiliary oil pump to
maintain the operating pressure during automatic stops. Low-friction components
and low-viscosity fluid help to reduce the operating pressure.

A new feature is the short-term M mode. The benefit of this: if the driver has Page 48
shifted up or down manually, after a set period of time the transmission
independently switches back to automatic, fuel-efficient shift mode. This set
period of time is lengthened in specific conditions (no accelerator pedal use, e.g.
on downhill gradients, high lateral acceleration, e.g. when cornering, or if falling
below a minimum speed when coming to a standstill), and return to automatic
mode is prevented.
In short-term M mode as well as in "fixed" M Mode, the driver receives

prospective gear change recommendations in the multifunction display
of the instrument cluster, to enable an efficient driving style.
4MATIC all-wheel drive
Traction and driving stability can also be improved in the E-Class with the
4MATIC all-wheel drive system - particularly in difficult road conditions. As
ever, the combination of the ESP® vehicle dynamics control system with the
4ETS electronic traction system makes regular differential locks superfluous.
This saves weight and noticeably increases driving safety as well as ride comfort.
The transfer case of the all-wheel drive is integrated into the main transmission.
The all-wheel drive models impress with:
 good traction characteristics, with a power distribution ratio on the front

and rear axles of 45:55
 low fuel consumption due to the improved efficiency of the drive train
 good noise and vibration characteristics
 additional weight of only 70 kg, compared with additional weight of up
to 120 kg in the case of the competition
 unchanged bodyshell as well as unrestricted interior and luggage
compartment space due to the compact design
The following engines are available with 4MATIC:
• E 250 CDI 4MATIC, 150 kW (204 hp), 500 Nm

• E 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC, 195 kW (265 hp), 620 Nm
• E 300 4MATIC, 185 kW (252 hp), 340 Nm
• E 400 4MATIC, 225 kW (306 hp), 370 Nm
• E 500 4MATIC, 300 kW (408 hp), 600 Nm

Chassis and suspension Page 49
The basis for superior handling
All of the models of the E-Class family will in future be fitted with an
electromechanical Direct-Steer system as standard. This combines the speed-
dependent power assistance of speed-sensitive steering with a variable ratio
across the steering angle range. The power steering assistance provided by
the rack and pinion steering gear is controlled on-demand and therefore
contributes towards efficiency.
Advantages of the electromechanical Direct-Steer system:
 improved agility thanks to more direct steering response

 comfortable handling and high levels of steering comfort across all speed
ranges
 considerable savings potential, since energy is only required when
steering occurs
 enables the use of innovative assistance systems, such as Active Parking
Assist
Four suspensions to choose from
For the E-Class, Mercedes-Benz is offering four refined suspension

configurations:
 the standard model and ELEGANCE line are fitted with the DIRECT
CONTROL suspension with selective damping system, configured for
comfort
 the sportily configured DIRECT CONTROL suspension with selective
damping system is positioned 15 mm lower and part of the
AVANTGARDE line
 the DIRECT CONTROL lowered sports suspension is available in
conjunction with the Exterior Sports package and AMG Sports package
 The AIRMATIC air suspension with electronically controlled damping
system is fitted as standard on the V8 models. The Estate is fitted as a
matter of course with rear-axle air suspension with integrated level
control.

On the front axle, the established 3-link front suspension helps to ensure Page 50
optimum driving dynamics. Both of the links (torque strut and cross strut) in the
lower link plane determine the comfortable characteristics of the axle. The third
link, the tie rod, forms part of the rack-and-pinion steering system.
At the rear is the familiar multi-link independent rear suspension, featuring a

lightweight design. It provides good wheel control qualities for high levels of
comfort and excellent driving dynamics.
All suspension variants feature impressive sensitivity and ride characteristics and
help to ensure a high level of handling safety.
Excellent braking with ADAPTIVE BRAKE
The brake system in the E-Class is fitted with the ADAPTIVE BRAKE as
standard. Depending on the engine variant, the following braking systems are
used on the front axle with internally ventilated brake discs:
 1-piston floating brake callipers with different sized brake discs

for the 4-cylinder and V6 engine variants
 4-piston floating brake callipers for the V8 engine variants
On the rear axle, the E-Class is braked by 1-piston floating brake callipers with
different sized brake discs. In the case of the V6 and V8 engine variants, the
brake discs are internally ventilated.
All of the engines have a foot-operated parking brake with integrated, automatic
cable adjustment. The force applied by the driver is distributed to two additional
drum brakes on the rear axle via the brake cable in the centre tunnel. Automatic
adjustment helps to reduce the servicing costs.

Infotainment Page 51
Navigation, internet connection and media player
A modern range of infotainment systems helps to keep the driver up to date

while on the road in terms of what is happening around the world
or in the office. The systems also enable music to be enjoyed or also
optionally offer powerful navigation solutions as well as an internet
connection.
The E-Class Saloon and Estate both come as standard with the Audio 20 CD
Radio. It features a twin tuner and mp3-capable CD player as well as a USB
connection in the centre armrest. The TFT colour display measures 14.7 cm
diagonally. Bluetooth®-capable devices can also be connected, and SMS text
messages displayed. Thanks to a "cover art" function, the title images of the
music albums currently being played are also shown if their details are stored in
the audio file.
Optionally the Audio 20 CD can be combined with a six-disc CD changer as well

as the reasonably-priced, entry-level Becker ® MAP PILOT navigation solution,
which can also be retrofitted. Its advantages over aftermarket solutions include
integrated operation via the central controls, voice output via the vehicle's
loudspeakers and display on the Audio 20 screen, a concealed location in the
glove compartment and updating via an internet portal.
With internet connection, navigation and emergency call function:

COMAND Online
Alternatively, Mercedes-Benz offers the COMAND Online multimedia system

for the E-Class with 17.8 cm high-resolution colour display, internet connection,
hard-disc navigation and emergency call feature, which can also be combined
with a six-disc DVD changer. COMAND Online provides internet access
enabling customers to surf the web while the car is stationary or
call up a Mercedes-Benz app, whose particularly fast page loading and simple
operation make it suitable for use while driving. Integrated apps include
Google™ Local Search and Weather, Google™ Streetview as well as Google™
Panoramio. In addition, all COMAND Online users have access to a Facebook
app.

COMAND Online is operated via what is known as a “COMAND Controller”, Page 52
located close to the armrest on the centre console. This is the ergonomic position
for it, allowing safe operation. The Controller is a high-quality rotary push-button
with a galvanised finish, and can be moved intuitively in eight directions.
Functions can also be activated or confirmed by turning and pressing it. A user-
friendly new control logic for the main menus as well as for the sub-menus,
which open up step by step, enables drivers to leaf through the menus safely and
in a targeted manner.
COMAND Online comprises the following features:
 FM radio twin tuner with phase diversity and an additional RDS/TMC

tuner for traffic information
 entry-level 4 x 25 W audio signal amplifier
 DVD drive for audio and video
 internet access
 integral navigation system with map display (including birdview
and a 3D map)
 integrated hard disc for navigation data and additional functions
(e.g. music server)
 the LINGUATRONIC voice-operated control system
In addition, COMAND Online also supports the following components:
 sound amplifier
 Media Interface
 DAB receiver (Digital Audio Broadcast)
 TV receiver
The fast hard-disc navigation system of COMAND Online also has added
functions. New features include a 3D display with three-dimensional city views.
Also new: routes covered can be recorded and repeated later, specific personal
destinations can be stored or imported via an SD card. Mercedes-Benz customers
in Europe receive the current maps for their COMAND Online multimedia
system free of charge for three years.
COMAND Online also includes the LINGUATRONIC voice-operated control

system for audio, telephone and navigation. The new "One Shot" input function
for the navigation system is particularly convenient, whereby the place and road
can be spoken directly after one another. This function is currently available in

seven languages and significantly enhances ease of operation. With COMAND Page 53
Online and LINGUATRONIC, music can also be conveniently searched for in
the E-Class via voice control. The system first asks in which category it should
conduct the search (artist, title, year). The category is selected by saying it
directly or by saying the row number of the relevant category which appears on
the screen. This is then followed by further questions about title, artist or album.
New apps for COMAND Online
The range of apps is being constantly expanded: currently there is already a free
news app and a Yelp app (in the US version only), and apps for share prices and
a car park finder.
 With the news app, the user is always up-to-date with what's happening
in the world. Sorted according to categories such as financial or sports
news, it always finds the latest news bulletins.
They are presented in such a way that they are also easy to read whilst
driving too.
 The Yelp app (in the US version only) enables users to search for
restaurants from their vehicle, using the social database filled by the Yelp
Community. The Yelp app offers a choice according to various
restaurant categories, within which it is possible to search for
recommendations close to the current position, at the destination point
programmed into the navigation system, or at any other specific location.
 The app which searches for car parks calls up the current occupancy of
multi-storey car parks in real time, as well as other information such as
opening times and charges. The app supplies data in Germany, Austria
and Switzerland. Once a suitable parking opportunity has been found, the
driver can start the navigation to that destination or call the telephone
number provided.

Music to suit your personal taste Page 54
Where the audio equipment is concerned, too, new types of representation bring a
fresh look and more convenient operation. The so-called Cover Flow function,
for instance, sorts the title images of the music albums stored in a carousel-like
form, so that the driver can leaf through their music collection. The memory for
compressed audio files (mp3, wma and aac formats) is now
10 GB in size.
Greatest convenience is afforded by the Music Search function, which enables

drivers and passengers to search the hard disc, SD memory cards, USB sticks,
CDs and DVDs for specific music tracks and artists. The search can be according
to various criteria, for instance album, music category or composer. If a name
needs to be entered, the software will also tolerate spelling mistakes. The driver
is therefore able to devote their full attention to the traffic. As a further
advantage, the occupants are able to search all the connected media and devices
simultaneously.
SPLITVIEW – one screen, two programmes
A further highlight of the E-Class is the optionally available screen featuring

SPLITVIEW technology, which allows the driver and front passenger to view
two different sets of content at the same time. While the driver is checking the
navigation instructions, the front passenger can sit back and watch a film on the
very same display.
Developed by Mercedes-Benz and Bosch, SPLITVIEW technology makes use of

a backlit active matrix colour display (TFT-LCD). This shows two different
images simultaneously by placing pixels adjacent to each other. A filter masking
the display divides this mixed image in such a way that depending on the seating
position, only the pixels making up one or the other image can be seen. As a
result, the driver and front passenger can view different programmes on the same
screen at the same time.
So as not to distract the driver, a remote control is available for the front
passenger. In addition, he can enjoy his personal entertainment programme using
headphones. Of course, the front passenger need not dispense with making use of
telephone or navigation features, since he is also able to use the display to access
all of the information from the COMAND Online control and display system.

Mercedes-Benz emergency call system: emergency services are notified Page 55
automatically
The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is also included in combination with

the COMAND Online multimedia system available for the E-Class. As long as
COMAND Online is connected to a mobile phone, the emergency call system
can automatically alert the emergency services within a matter of minutes in the
event of a serious accident.
After the airbags or belt tensioners are triggered, the vehicle's exact GPS position
and vehicle identification number (VIN) are sent by SMS to a special emergency
centre, with positional data also being transmitted using the DTMF method (dual-
tone multi-frequency) at the same time. Even if the occupants are unconscious or
unsure of exactly where they are because they are on a holiday trip, for example,
the emergency services alerted by the emergency centre will be notified quickly
with accurate information. The driver can also make the emergency call manually
as "MB emergency call" is always the first entry in the system phone directory.
On receiving the call, the emergency centre establishes voice contact with the
vehicle occupants in a matter of seconds. A particularly practical aspect in an
emergency is that communication takes place not in the language of the country
where the accident has occurred but in the language which the driver has preset
in COMAND Online.
Other than any mobile phone communication charges, which would only arise in
the event of an actual emergency call, no charges are incurred for the emergency
call facility and no contractual relationship – other than the regular mobile phone
contract – is required.


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