Our spy professional photographers have found a heavily-camouflaged prototype of the next-gen Mercedes E-Class undergoing testing on the continent.
This is our very first look at the forthcoming executive saloon’s new bodywork, as well as in spite of the disguise, it’s remove the BMW 5-Series as well as Jaguar XF rival will much more or less bring over the present model’s dimensions, albeit with a somewhat longer wheelbase.
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Styling modifications look set to comply with a likewise conventional approach, building on the S-Class-inspired style cues added as part of a 2012 facelift, as well as including a wider, thinner grille as well as scooped-out intakes.
Mercedes will push the boat out somewhere else though, as well as is set to in shape the E-Class with an interior based on that discovered in the trendy new C-Class. It will likewise share the manufacturer’s lightweight MRA rear-wheel drive platform with the updated little executive car. This design is around 50 per cent aluminium, as well as ought to assist cut the general kerbweight, improving dynamics as well as efficiency.
The E-Class variety – when once again set to function an estate, coupe as well as cabriolet together with the saloon – will also benefit from a revised engine line-up. A new E63 AMG flagship is expected as part of this, as well as looks set to share AMG’s all-new 4.0-litre V8, a twin-turbo petrol engine that debuts in the upcoming Mercedes AMG GT.
Aside from confirming the new E-Class will show up in 2016, Mercedes is keeping even more introduce as well as spec details firmly under wraps for the time being. We’ll keep you published as much more details emerge.