2017 Mercedes E-Class Spied Testing in Light Camo
The 2017 Mercedes E-Class has been spied testing in its lightest disguise yet.
Riding on the German automaker’s new MRA platform that also underpins the C-Class and GLC, the next-generation E-Class will be lighter, more rigid and more fuel efficient than the current model. It will also benefit from a nine-speed transmission that has already found its way into other Mercedes’ models.
The company will also outfit the next-gen E-Class with a host of technological features that Mercedes is calling “real life safety.” Expect autonomous driving features and advanced safety tech to be showcased on the new E-Class, which will actually be at the top of the lineup in terms of technology, even outpacing the flagship S-Class when it first debuts.
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Other recent spy photos of the E-Class reveal that the interior will be highly influenced by the S-Class, moving it upmarket in the competitive luxury segment. Expect the sedan model to debut first before the German automaker adds several variants including a wagon, coupe, convertible and a possible Maybach long-wheelbase model.
Expect the 2017 Mercedes E-Class to make its debut in spring 2016.
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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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