Mercedes-Benz conceptFascination Wagon

When it comes to concepts, Mercedes-Benz goes one of two ways. One, the concept is nearly identical to a soon-to-be-released production car. Two, it’s a wacky design study that has no chance of hitting a showroom.

With the conceptFascination — we don’t get the name, either — it looks like Mercedes is trying something new. The short wagon/hatchback body style and long hood don’t make sense for sale, but the car itself is said to be built on the next E-Class’ underpinnings.

While we wouldn’t bet the new E-Class gets a coupe-styled hatchback like this concept has, we bet the front end will look a lot like this concept. Powering the concept is a future diesel four-cylinder meant for the European market only. If you’re intrigued by the look, check out more photos below.