Great news for all the car enthusiasts out there! Mercedes-Benz has recently unveiled the highly anticipated sixth-generation E-Class sedan, codenamed W214, and it’s set to make its debut this year. Exciting, right?
For all our European friends, the W214 is expected to arrive at dealerships in the summer months of June to August, with the United States market launch following shortly after in the autumn months of September to November. So, mark your calendars and get ready to witness this beauty in action.
Now, let’s talk about the design. The all-new E-Class boasts a sleek and stylish dashboard that seems to be inspired by the brand’s flagship EV sedan, the EQS. It’s a perfect blend of modernity and sophistication that will surely turn heads.
Unlike its counterparts, the S-Class and C-Class, which feature individual air vents, the E-Class integrates them into a thin bar that spans the width of the dash, extending slightly to meet with the bottom section of the dash. It’s a small but significant detail that gives the interior a seamless and unified look.
The two touchscreens are framed by this bar and are highlighted by an ambient light strip, adding a touch of elegance and luxury to the overall design. But wait, there’s more! The door cards feature additional lighting, with the upper strip extending all the way past the A-pillars to near the base of the windscreen. And if you’re wondering what that little camera is doing there, yes, you guessed it right, it’s a selfie camera! We’ll leave the details of that feature for later, but it’s safe to say that Mercedes-Benz has truly gone above and beyond with this innovative addition.
The discreet air vents which can be adjusted either manually or electrically if you opt for the Thermotronic package. With this package, you get the Digital Vent Control function, which is pretty nifty. Each vent duct comes with two electric motors, one for the vertical and one for the horizontal louvres. So, you can direct the air flow exactly where you want it.
When you sit in the driver’s seat, you’ll notice a sleek digital instrument cluster that offers both Classic and Sporty styles. The steering wheel is a familiar design found across the brand’s models. You’ll also find a handy row of controls just before the center console. These controls allow you to adjust various settings like drive modes, driver assists, media volume, and access to vehicle functions. There’s even a fingerprint reader for added security!
The climate controls have been integrated into the touchscreen, which looks great but does require a few more taps to adjust fan speed and temperature compared to some other models. However, the center console still offers ample storage space, cupholders, and even USB ports hidden in the armrest in the rear section.
Finally, let’s talk about personalization. This car comes in a variety of upholsteries, colors, and trims, so you can make it uniquely yours. Plus, there’s even ambient lighting in the storage space below the armrest! Overall, this car has a lot of great features that make it a top contender in its class.
Let’s talk about the MBUX Superscreen. This slick piece of technology is essentially a massive touchscreen that sits front and center on your dashboard, covered in glass for a sleek and modern look. And with a central computer and a single processor, this bad boy is lightning fast. Plus, the new software-focused architecture means you can look forward to regular updates and faster data streams down the road.
But that’s not all. With the new compatibility layer, you can install all sorts of third-party apps, like TikTok, Angry Birds, Vivaldi, and even Zoom and Webex. And if you’re a streaming junkie, the MBUX Entertainment Plus package lets you enjoy blazing-fast data speeds of up to 5G.
And let’s not forget about the selfie camera. Whether you’re video-conferencing with your coworkers or snapping a quick selfie, this nifty feature is sure to come in handy. So if you’re looking for a car that’s just as tech-savvy as you are, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is definitely worth a closer look.
The front passenger in this car isn’t left out of the fun! You can add an optional screen beside the main one, which means your passenger can enjoy their own entertainment without distracting you while you drive.
This isn’t your ordinary screen though. The front passenger display is designed with a “visual shield” that uses advanced filtering technology to ensure you can’t see what’s on their screen. So, your passenger can watch their favorite movie or TV show without distracting you from the road ahead.
The system works in two stages. First, it recognizes whether someone is sitting in the front passenger seat. If someone is there, the display will either turn on its functions or display a cool digital decoration. Then, if your passenger decides to watch a movie, the display’s dual light control technology prevents you from seeing it from the corner of your eye.
But don’t worry, if you need to see what’s on the screen for some reason, you can always switch the function on and off. However, the car has your back, as it has cameras installed in the instrument cluster and on top of the dash to constantly monitor your eye movements and driving inputs to ensure that you’re not getting distracted. If needed, the brightness of the passenger screen is automatically reduced.
So, sit back and relax while your front passenger enjoys their favorite content, and you focus on driving safely to your destination.
Not only have they taken audio enjoyment to a whole new level, but they’ve also added a feature that all passengers can enjoy – built-in rave lights! How cool is that?
These lights, known as Active Ambient Lighting, bring a third sense into play – vision – allowing you to experience your music in a completely different way. The light strips respond to the type of music being played, changing rapidly for fast beats and blending softly for slower rhythms.
But the fun doesn’t stop there. The E-Class also comes with a Burmester 4D surround sound system featuring 17 loudspeakers, giving you a fully immersive audio experience. And with the system’s native integration of Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos from Apple Music, you’ll feel like you’re right in the middle of your favorite tunes.
But that’s not all. The Active Ambient Lighting also has some practical uses, such as visualizing information from the parking assist and warning you when using the Drive Away function of Active Brake Assist to exit junctions with crossing traffic. It’s even enabled when the Energizing Comfort’s anti-car-sickness function is activated.
The infotainment system is also pretty smart, adapting to your personal habits with the help of artificial intelligence. You can program routines or let the car automatically generate them based on your daily usage. And in-app and function suggestions are presented through the zero-layer interface of MBUX, which appeared in the EQS.
So there you have it – the new E-Class has some seriously awesome features that will take your driving experience to a whole new level. Get ready to enjoy your music like never before!
