2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class marks a significant shift for the luxury car brand, as it sets the standard for the transition from combustion engines to electric drive.
The car features a new electronics architecture that enables a comprehensive digital user experience. In terms of its exterior design, the new E-Class has a classic three-box saloon shape, with short front overhang and long bonnet, which is followed by a greenhouse that is set well back.
Competes with: Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, Genesis G80, Lexus ES, Volvo S90.
Looks like: The E-Class got a bit of a facelift.
Powertrains: 255-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with mild hybrid (E350 4Matic); 375-hp, turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder with mild hybrid (E450 4Matic); nine-speed automatic transmission; all-wheel drive.
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the 2024 E-Class, which combines reworked styling and new technology to help redefine what a luxury sedan brings to consumers.
An Exterior Refresh
The exterior styling of the 2024 E-Class benefits from a revamp, which Mercedes says is a “cab-backward” design.
Up front is a new grille, which gets a new gloss-black panel; an illuminated grille surround is optional for all variants. The standard LED headlights can be upgraded with the automaker’s Digital Light technology that allows them to project warning symbols and auxiliary markings onto the road.
The rear of the car gets new two-section LED taillights that feature the Mercedes star.
A Minimalist Tech-Oriented Interior
Inside the car, the dashboard is designed for a digital experience. The MBUX Superscreen is a highlight of the interior design and extends to the central display when the car is equipped with the optional front passenger screen. The central display appears to float above the concave surface of the large trim element. The front section of the instrument panel is illuminated by the light strip of the Active Ambient Lighting, which creates a generous feeling of space.
The interior of the 2024 E-Class has a more minimalist look than the outgoing model’s, but it comes with a number of features that are lifted from other Mercedes models of late.
The dashboard is dominated by the MBUX Superscreen system, which houses up to three screens under one piece of glass. The driver gets a fully digital instrument cluster, while the large central screen appears to float in its bezel. An optional passenger screen that is part of the MBUX Premium Plus Package allows the front passenger to stream media content and uses auto-dimming technology to reduce distraction for the driver. When the screen is not equipped, a separate trim piece takes its place.
The seats have also been reworked for more comfort with new leather upholstery and pattern options; Mercedes says the seats use certified recycled raw materials in the foam for the first time. A 21-speaker Burmester 4D sound system and active ambient lighting are available.
Safety
As far as safety equipment goes, the 2024 E-Class comes with standard active brake assist, a driver attention monitor, lane departure steering assist, speed limit assist and a parking package.
Adaptive cruise control is available, as is the Driving Assistance Package, which includes lane-centering steering assist, lane change assist, automatic emergency braking, evasive steering assist and blind spot monitoring. Additionally, the package’s Pre-Safe Plus warns drivers behind the vehicle by turning on the hazard lights to help prevent a rear-end collision, activates the seat belt tensioners and, if the vehicle is stopped, locks the brakes.
A Mild-Hybrid Engine Lineup
Performance for the 2024 E-Class comes from a pair of mild-hybrid engines, with base E350 4Matic variants being powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 255 horsepower and 295 pounds-feet of torque. Meanwhile, the E450 4Matic gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with 375 hp and 369 pounds-feet. Both engines use a 17-kilowatt electric motor that helps boost torque by 148 pounds-feet. A nine-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard; Mercedes says that rear-wheel drive won’t be available, at least for now. An optional rear-axle steering system helps sharpen up the E-Class’s handling behavior and reduces the car’s turning radius. The automaker didn’t release any information about AMG versions, but look for them to benefit from many of the same upgrades.
Pricing and Release Date
Mercedes has not yet released pricing for the 2024 E-Class lineup, but shoppers can expect the model to go on sale later this year.
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