W212 E-Class Estate

[Chattonmill]

It may be spacious, but my god it's Ugly

 

[blondebier]

It may be spacious, but my god it's Ugly

Isn't it. Can they not see all the creases in the panels? I think it looks awful. Yuck!

 

[KillerHERTZ]

Offical photos!​

Now, we can see LEDs incorporated in the design, which starts on the side panel and wraps around into the hatch. On one vehicle, we can clearly see oval-shaped dual tailpipes neatly tucked in at the back. But the beige car appears to hide the exhaust a little bit more than the other model.

The tailgate and cargo cover are expected to open and close mechanically, not manually, on all E-Class wagons. Overall, the estate is expected to be only a half-centimeter longer than the current model. Thus, cargo capacity should remain at 1950 liters (68.8 cubic feet). Inside, we see a somewhat staid layout on the dashboard, that is only cluttered by the tri-tone color scheme of beige, black, and brushed metal.

Rumor has it that five engines will be available on the car, including both 292 hp and top-shelf 388 horsepower petrol engines. Pricing in Germany could be around 55,200 euros for the low-end and 70,200 euros for the high end models. Diesel offerings should range between 170 and 231 hp, with retail price starting at 44,800 euros, on up to 54,200 euros.

The car will come with automatic air suspension, active head restraints, seatbelt pretensioners, and nine airbags. Eventually, the 4matic AWD system will appear, as will other engines.

 

[C240Sport97]

it looks great in the light blue

 

[renault12ts]

I was made a liar in my earlier post!! Anyway the success of the new model seems to have accelerated the release of the estate::

Mercedes E-Class Wagon to Debut at Frankfurt Auto Show

• Be the First to Comment!By Colum Wood, Wednesday July 29 2009 , As: 2010 e-class estate, 2010 e-class wagon, 2010 e350 estate, 2010 e350 wagon, 2010 e63 estate, 2010 e63 wagon, 4matic, Dr. Klaus Maier, e-class, frankfurt auto show 2009, german cars, luxury cars, Mercedes, Mercedes-Benz, station wagons, WAGONS

Despite rumors of its delay, Mercedes has confirmed that the E-Class station wagon (or Estate as they call it in Europe) will debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show this September.
Sales of the new E-Class are already off to a strong start says Mercedes with 40,000 units already delivered and U.S. and Chinese deliveries still yet to happen.
“The fact that the E-Class sedan already became the global market leader in May demonstrates how well it is being received by our customers,” said Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing at Mercedes-Benz. “The new coupe is also extremely popular, thanks to its dynamic design and the new generation of efficient engines. We are very delighted with this positive response because the E-Class has always been of great importance for Mercedes-Benz. It’s an exemplary embodiment of the brand’s basic attributes of safety, comfort, and quality. The new E-Class also sets the standards when it comes to economy in the upper-range segment.”
The E-Class wagon will debut as a 2010 model and like past versions we expect the North American market to receive the E350 4MATIC and 6.2-liter V8-powered E63 AMG model.
Official release after the jump:

• More than 40,000 vehicles delivered to customers
• E-Class sedan is the global market leader in its segment
• Two new fuel-efficient four-cylinder engines now available in the sedan
• New E-Class station wagon to be launched in fall 2009

The new E-Class has gotten off to a very successful start, with more than 40,000 units delivered to customers since the market introduction in spring 2009. Mercedes-Benz expects sales of the new E-Class to receive a further boost in the coming months from the vehicle’s introduction in key markets including the U.S. and China and the launch of the new station wagon in fall 2009. The station wagon will celebrate its world premiere at this year’s IAA in September. Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing Mercedes-Benz Cars: “The fact that the E-Class sedan already became the global market leader in May demonstrates how well it is being received by our customers. The new coupe is also extremely popular, thanks to its dynamic design and the new generation of efficient engines. We are very delighted with this positive response because the E-Class has always been of great importance for Mercedes-Benz. It’s an exemplary embodiment of the brand’s basic attributes of safety, comfort, and quality. The new E-Class also sets the standards when it comes to economy in the upper-range segment.”
The new E-Class models have outstanding fuel economy. The sedan’s four- and six-cylinder engines have direct injection systems and consume far less fuel than their predecessors despite their greater output. This month also marked the sales release of two new four-cylinder engines, which combine higher fuel efficiency with the level of driving comfort that is typical of Mercedes-Benz.
The two new units round out the Mercedes-Benz engine range in the business class. The E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY with 100 kW/136 hp consumes 5.2 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. And the new E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY with direct injection delivers 135 kW/184 hp and consumes only 7.2 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers. The model program of the sporty coupe also includes two new four-cylinder engines that require significantly less fuel while offering a clear increase of output and torque. The E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY coupe consumes just 5.1 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers while emitting only 135 grams of CO2 per kilometer, which makes it one of the most economical automobiles in its class.
The special characteristics of the new E-Class include not only a high level of environmental friendliness, but also a unique combination of driver assistance systems. Approximately a dozen different assistance systems are available to customers, including new Mercedes-Benz developments such as Lane Keeping Assist, Speed Limit Assist, and Night View Assist. These technologies make the E-Class a “thinking” partner that can not only see, feel, and respond to dangers by means of its “reflexes,” but also act independently to prevent accidents or minimize their effects.
The new E-Class is the successor of an internationally successful Mercedes-Benz model. About 1.5 million sedans and station wagons of that predecessor model, the 211 series, have been delivered to customers since its market launch six years ago. Over the past 60 years, the eight generations of the E-Class sedan have thrilled ten million customers worldwide, making it the most successful business sedan in the world.

 

[wallingd]

The upward slant of the tops of the rear lights are in danger of hitting the badging... Or vice-versa...

 

[corned]

Is that a 4-Matic badge I see on the back of the light blue one?

Now there's an idea. But where has that crept up on us from?

 

[C240Sport97]

Is that a 4-Matic badge I see on the back of the light blue one?

Now there's an idea. But where has that crept up on us from?

no doubt 4 matic won't make it to UK market as usual

 

[Druk]

Offical photos!​

'Official' pics don't do the car justice for me. Like the earlier saloon ones they seem to compress the width and make the car taller than it really is.

n`est-ce pas?

 

[Chattonmill]

I hate t say it, but if may just be growing on me.......that wont do my bank balance any good!

 

[corned]

no doubt 4 matic won't make it to UK market as usual

So was 4-matic an option on the 211 series in other markets?

 

[renault12ts]

Yes.

 

[C240Sport97]

So was 4-matic an option on the 211 series in other markets?

LHD markets yes

 

[corned]

Ah - I see - thanks. Please forgive my ignorance!