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2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: What's New

Vehicle Overview

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is offered in four body styles (sedan, wagon, coupe and convertible), with a choice of several engines and rear or all-wheel drive. The sedan and wagon are available in high-performance AMG form. Competitors include the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Infiniti Q70.

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New for 2016
Owners will receive five years of free basic mbrace Connect communication service. The coupe and convertible’s available Sport Package adds AMG-style exterior design cues for the E400 model.
Significant Standard Features

  • 195-horsepower, turbo-diesel 2.1-liter four-cylinder engine (E250 Bluetec)
  • Seven-speed automatic transmission
  • Simulated leather upholstery
  • Heated side mirrors with turn-signal indicators
  • Forward collision warning with autonomous braking
  • Driver drowsiness monitor
  • Required in all new cars: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (E350)
  • 329-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 (E400)
  • 402-hp, turbocharged 4.7-liter V-8 (E550)
  • Rear- or all-wheel drive
  • Leather upholstery
  • Backup camera
  • Navigation system

E63 S AMG
The E63 S AMG performance sedan and wagon come with all-wheel drive and are powered by a hand-built twin-turbo 5.5-liter V-8 engine rated at 577 hp.
What’s Special

  • Seven-speed automatic transmission with aluminum shift paddles
  • AMG adaptive sport suspension
  • AMG sport exhaust system
  • Power front sport seats
  • Backup camera
  • Available carbon fiber trim
  • Available carbon-ceramic brakes

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