Mercedes has launched one car after another this year, but the most important one for the Indian market is undoubtedly the E-Class. The Mercedes E-Class 2024 dominates the luxury sedan market; far ahead of the other two German brands (the Bavarian could be a strong competitor this time around with the 530Li M Sport LWB). Mercedes has officially announced the launch date of the new generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB.
New design and styling of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB
The new generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2024 features a similar silhouette to its predecessor, introduced in 2017. It gets new headlights and taillights that are more distinctive than the current generation. The new E-Class also gets a larger radiator grille than the outgoing one, new design for the air intakes and redesigned aluminum rims.
The bodylines are more subtle than before and the door handles are now flush with the door panels. The new E-Class has a wheelbase that is 15mm longer than its predecessor and sits on 18-inch wheels.
Mercedes E-Class 2024: Interior and Equipment
The new E-Class has a large glass surface as the dashboard, on which a 14.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch touchscreen for the passengers. In addition to these two screens, there is also a digital driver display. The updated E-Class also comes equipped with a Burmester sound system, electrically adjustable front and rear seats, multiple ambient lighting options, adjustable thigh support for rear passengers, and more.
It also comes with eight airbags, ESC, 360-degree cameras, front and rear parking sensors, ADAS, and other safety features expected from a German luxury sedan.
Mercedes E-Class 2024: Engine Options for the Long Wheelbase
Engine options for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class include a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine and a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine. Both engines are mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system, providing an additional 23 horsepower and 205 Nm of torque.
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Mercedes E-Class 2024: Release Date, Expected Price, Competitors
The next-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB will be launched on October 9, 2024, and is expected to be priced between INR 8 million and INR 9 million (ex-factory). This will put it in direct competition with the new BMW 5 Series LWB, which was recently launched in India with an ex-factory price of INR 72.9 million. Stay tuned to CarYanams’ New Cars for the latest updates!
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