Latest Pics of New E-Class

Updated 18th January 2002
NB. Source NOT from MBSPY

Enjoy!

Yep. That's a Chrysler all right...........



Ken300D

I think its a nice looking car.....I bet it will be a techo marvel



Warren
1992 300SD
Columbus Ohio

Preparation for the release is now moving fast. Seems they let the cat out of the bag with 'Men in Black' and have moved the release and production way forward.

First of the official launch starts today in Germany as a prelude to March Premier. Watch this space.

The front looks good but I sure hope the back end is not finalized!

To much like the Ford Taurus.

The change has an "evolutionary" rather than "revolutionary" look. IMHO the appearance is so very closely related to the current W210 that I will not be disappointed and wished I had waited for the W211 when I buy a 2002 E55. The W211 will be in dealer showrooms this fall. That is only about 8 months from now.

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Photos Updated as at 16th January 2002

Looks pretty good

from the shape its looks small....sort of C-class

wow manual transmission huh! wish soon they come out with paddle shifting like in F1....like the 360 where the paddles move with the steering

somehow the top vents bother me...doesn't look right

both seats fold down

once again i won't be able to afford a new one....keep playing that lotto :-)

Reny

i like the wheels shown in the pics....the stock wheels on the current e class looks so nasty

wish they kept a shift gate and stuff like my w124

I will say again...VERY nice looking car...wonder where the pricing will fall?...interior kinda makes my car look like a dinasour




Warren
1992 300SD
Columbus Ohio

The all glass roof option may be nice, however, I do not like the moonroof panel on top of the car. The Navigation Video Screen appears smaller than Comand 2.0 and it looks like a 16:9 widescreen ratio.

Check out the babe with the helicopter hair-do or is it a hair-don't!

Is that an automatic transmission I see without the gated shifter Oh well. I also like the start button on top of the gear stick ala the SL.
This machine might finally be a reason to get rid of the ole W124 **sigh**

Options list posted in Benzsport.com:

Active seat ventilation: Mini-ventilators allow air to flow through the seat interior. optional in conjunction with leather upholstery
Adaptive accelerator pedal: The engine characteristics are adapted to the personal driving style. standard in all petrol
models
Adaptive front airbags with two-stage gas generators: Driver and front passenger airbags inflate according to accident severity. standard
Air control system: A microprocessor closes the lower air intake depending on the driving situation, improving the Cdvalue. standard in models E 240 and E 320
AIRMATIC DC: The enhanced air suspension now adjusts the springing and damping according to the driving situation. optional/standard in the E 500
Auxiliary ventilation: Solar cells in the roof supply the power to drive the ventilation fan of the automatic climate control system, cooling the interior when the saloon is parked. optional in conjunction with panoramic sliding sunroof
Belt force limiters: During a crash this system reduces the forces exerted on the occupants by the seat belts. For the first time belt force limiters with adaptive control are fitted for front seat occupants. standard, on the outer seats in the rear
Belt tensioners: Any slack in the seat belt is instantly taken up during a crash. standard, on the outer seats in the rear
Bi-xenon headlamps: Powerful gas discharge lamps for dipped and high beam improve safety at night. optional/standard for AVANTGARDE
"Bluetoooth" telephone: Fixed telephone installation allows cable-free telephoning in the interior of the new E-Class. optional
Child seat recognition: A transponder system automatically detects whether a rear-facing child seat is installed, in which case it deactivates the front passenger airbag. standard
COMAND APS: The system integrates radio, DVD player, TV unit, navigation system and telephone operation. optional
Crash boxes: Energy-absorbing elements in the front end can be inexpensively replaced after a minor collision. standard
DISTRONIC: Intelligent cruise control keeps the E-Class at the right distance and eases the driver's workload. optional
Dynamic multicontour seat: The backrest contours automatically adapt to the driving situation. optional
Easy Entry: When getting out, the steering wheel automatically moves upwards and the seat moves to the rear to allow the driver more freedom of movement. optional
E-mail: E-mails appear on the Audio 50 APS and COMAND APS display if a telephone is installed. optional
ESP®: This dynamic safety system reduces the risk of skidding. standard
Four-link front suspension: A new design improves wheel location, comfort, directional stability and steering precision. standard
Four-zone THERMOTRONIC: This newly developed system enables the temperature and airflow to be individually controlled for each of the four seats. optional
Headlamp Assist: A sensor on the windscreen detects when darkness falls and automatically switches the vehicle lights on. standard
Heated steering wheel: Heating wires warm the rim of the steering wheel. optional
Heater booster: An electric heater booster ensures a comfortable temperature. standard in the CDI models
HP bulbs: New "High Performance" bulbs last the entire life of the vehicle. standard
Infra-red reflection: The windows reflect the infra-red component in sunlight, thereby improving climatic comfort. optional
Integral child seats: The child booster seats emerge from the rear seat unit at the touch of a button. optional
KEYLESS-GO: The doors and boot lid may be opened without the use of a key. optional
Key-operated memory function: The seat and mirror positions as well as the settings for four-zone THERMOTRONIC are stored in the microchip of the electronic ignition key. optional
Lightweight construction: The bonnet, front wings, boot lid, front-end/rear-end modules and parcel shelf are of aluminium. standard
LINGUATRONIC: The radio, CD player, telephone and now also the navigation system can be voice-controlled. optional with Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS
Multifunction steering wheel: The radio, telephone, navigation system and other units can be operated from the steering wheel. standard
Panoramic sliding sunroof: The glass roof extends from the windscreen to the rear end. optional
Rain sensor: The windscreen wiper is now variably controlled according to rain intensity. standard
Sensotronic Brake Control: This electrohydraulic system improves safety when braking in an emergency. standard
Short Message Service: SMS messages are shown on the display of the Audio 50 APS unit and COMAND system if a telephone/mobile phone is connected. optional
Sidebags: Air cushions along the sides reduce the risk of injury during a lateral impact. standard for driver's and front passenger seats
Sound system: A new multi-channel system provides surround-sound on every seat. optional with Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS
TELEAID: An SOS message is automatically sent and relayed to a service centre in the event of an accident. optional in conjunction with fixed telephone installation
TELEDIAGNOSIS: Important data for breakdown assistance are relayed to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at the touch of a button. optional
(TELEAID is a technical requirement)
THERMATIC automatic climate control: The system operates with a humidity sensor and infinitely variable compressor. standard
Tunnel closing: Pressing the air recirculation button closes all open windows and the sliding sunroof when entering a tunnel or underground car park. standard
Tyre pressure monitoring: The air pressure of the tyres is automatically monitored. optional
Underbody panelling: Large plastic panels replace the previous, environmentally questionable PVC anti-corrosion protection. standard
Upfront sensors:
Crash sensors in the front end enable the restraint systems to be activated as the situation requires.
standard
Weight classification: A measuring membrane in the seat registers the weight of the front passenger and uses these data to activate the airbag according to the relevant crash situation. standard
Windowbags: The large air cushion extends from the A-pillar to the C-pillar like a curtain during a crash, reducing the risk of head injuries. standard

Overall I say the car looks pretty good. But from the side the styling looks a little bubbly Jaguar like. The COMAND system is about as simple to use and well liked as the new 7 series iDrive. The 2002 Camry taillights and racing WRX headlights could go. But that's what the mid model cycle facelift is for.

Updated 18th January 2002.

[NB. Source NOT from MBSPY