E-Class (W213) [Official] Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213

[Wolfgang]

This is interesting to me...

So the exhaust turbine is variable geometry (which is cute as always) but what's that stuff surrounding the turbine casing? Ceramic for heat insulation? @Wolfgang?

Interesting. Hadn't noticed it yet. In addition to heat insulation, might also be NVH related to help shape the sound emanating from the engine compartment. Instead of a high rpm zzzzZZZZZzzzzzzZZ hornet more like a powerful MB typical brabble-brabble-brabble -- within limits set by physics. Here's a larger pic.

 

[Monster]

I wonder if these pre collusion systems are smart enough to account for brake and tire wear when calculating the time/distance to apply the brakes to prevent contact.

 

[Deleted member 25]

I didn't get to see that watch enough. I want some more pics with it.

 

[Amat46]

It wont. The way the systems works is by requesting maximum brake torque at the wheels when the sensors detects a collision is imminent. The stopping distance do depends on the surface type, tyre and brake wear.

 

[Rolf]

Interesting. Hadn't noticed it yet. In addition to heat insulation, might also be NVH related to help shape the sound emanating from the engine compartment. Instead of a high rpm zzzzZZZZZzzzzzzZZ hornet more like a powerful MB typical brabble-brabble-brabble -- within limits set by physics. Here's a larger pic.

This insulation could help to keep the heat inside the casing (reduce heat loss) and also reduce turbo lag.

I looked at some turbo insulation material and one site were advertising them selling covers for turbo casings and outlet

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[Keyonte]

That cardinal red has my heart

 

[Kowalski]

I just checked her Facebook and she posted the same photo as well.

Mercedes tends to choose hotter women than BMW.

 

[ThroughandThrough]

Mercedes tends to choose hotter women than BMW.

You'd think it'd be a no-brainer, no pun intended.

 

[tennmb]

This is crazy, we don't even have a DOG for the new E yet.

 

[Merc1]

This is crazy, we don't even have a DOG for the new E yet.

Yeah the lack of U.S. model information is frustrating. They really need to detail the rest of the engine lineup soon. I hope we get something at Geneva. I have a feeling that the E43 will just be a pumped up (400hp) version of the current turbo V6 and then we'll have to wait until the 2018 model year for the new I6 engines. If that is the case then I don't see what they're waiting on. The GLC/GLC43 Coupe, C43 coupe and E43 should be shown now. Does your store have deposits for the new E already? What do you think about and what has been the reception to the S Cabrio?

M

 

[E63 AMG]

Yeah the lack of U.S. model information is frustrating. They really need to detail the rest of the engine lineup soon. I hope we get something at Geneva. I have a feeling that the E43 will just be a pumped up (400hp) version of the current turbo V6 and then we'll have to wait until the 2018 model year for the new I6 engines. If that is the case then I don't see what they're waiting on. The GLC/GLC43 Coupe, C43 coupe and E43 should be shown now. Does your store have deposits for the new E already? What do you think about and what has been the reception to the S Cabrio?

M

I'm actually thinking the first year models will be smaller gas and diesel engines, with the bigger I6 engines coming later. It's possible that the engine is a little late in development.

If not, I'd say, be patient, because this car is definitely worth waiting for, and the E43 will be a home run!

 

[frenchie]

Yeah the lack of U.S. model information is frustrating. They really need to detail the rest of the engine lineup soon. I hope we get something at Geneva. I have a feeling that the E43 will just be a pumped up (400hp) version of the current turbo V6 and then we'll have to wait until the 2018 model year for the new I6 engines. If that is the case then I don't see what they're waiting on. The GLC/GLC43 Coupe, C43 coupe and E43 should be shown now. Does your store have deposits for the new E already? What do you think about and what has been the reception to the S Cabrio?

M

In the Usa early cars are going to be E300 with the the turbo 4.
6 cyl engine to follow up few months after.
Order bank to open in March with June delivery

 

[Merc1]

In the Usa early cars are going to be E300 with the the turbo 4.
6 cyl engine to follow up few months after.
Order bank to open in March with June delivery

We knew that Frenchie, wanted some inside info lol. What is the story with the S Cabrio? Any orders/interest yet? What about the facelifted SL and the AMG GT, base model?

M

 

[HUTSUTAo]

 

[Mss7211]

Voila .. the new trackpad is here

 

[frenchie]

We knew that Frenchie, wanted some inside info lol. What is the story with the S Cabrio? Any orders/interest yet? What about the facelifted SL and the AMG GT, base model?

M

Few orders on S Cab
Only one GT

 

[tennmb]

Yeah the lack of U.S. model information is frustrating. They really need to detail the rest of the engine lineup soon. I hope we get something at Geneva. I have a feeling that the E43 will just be a pumped up (400hp) version of the current turbo V6 and then we'll have to wait until the 2018 model year for the new I6 engines. If that is the case then I don't see what they're waiting on. The GLC/GLC43 Coupe, C43 coupe and E43 should be shown now. Does your store have deposits for the new E already? What do you think about and what has been the reception to the S Cabrio?

M

I did get the product launch info and it looks like the only thing for calendar year 16 is the E300 (June), which I assume is the turbo four. If so, extremely disappointing. I've already had a customer renege on her order because of no 6 cyl (she has E350 now).
Not seeing a lot of stirring on the S cab at this point. I'm skeptical, at least for our market. I can see it doing well in markets where there are lots of Bentleys, but I don't expect we'll see sales of more than one a quarter.

And once again Mercedes dangles the carrot on the C diesel. We were promised diesels for 16. Turns out only California will get it for MY16 and not until May, with MY17 coming in August (when other markets should get diesel).

BTW, the vehicles showing a "43" launch this calendar year are the SLC (June) C coupe and cab (Sept), and the GLC (Sept).

 

[Yaz]

Glad they're keeping the wrist pad for the new COMAND controller.

 

[Merc1]

Thanks Frenchie and TennMB, your participation here is greatly appreciated and needed.

I guess we will find out the hp numbers for the "43" models in a few days. I'm going to be disappointed if it is the same 362hp as the "450" cars out now and the SLC43, but I suspect it will be unless they're all going to be upgraded for MY17. The SLC43 is already a 2017 car though so.....

M

 

[sucu123]

A Daimler representative has already confirmed that the E43 will get 295kW. I don't expect the other cars to be upgraded anytime soon though. The C450 is already the most powerful car compared to direct competitors (340i/S4).

The E43 on the other hand has to compete with S6 and BMW 550i m-pack. Both cars have more powerful V8s under the hood.