Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-In Spied Winter Testing
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is celebrating the holidays in style.
AutoGuide.com‘s spy photographers have caught the next-generation E-Class cold-weather testing but more importantly, this is the first prototype we’ve seen that is a plug-in hybrid. Seen at the rear bumper is an extra fuel cap for the charger socket that is slightly concealed by the camouflage.
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The next E-Class will be based on the same platform as the new C-Class, the German automaker’s modular MRA platform, though it’ll naturally be longer and wider for a more spacious interior. Expect it to also go on a diet thanks to lighter materials that take advantage of the new platform. As is typical with past E-Class product launches, Mercedes will introduce the sedan first before the wagon, coupe and convertible variants arrive.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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