LWB for Mercedes-Benz E-Class in China
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26th April, 2010
- Spacious: an extra 14 centimetres of legroom in the rear
- Dynamic: two petrol engines producing 150 and 180 kW
- Comfortable: adaptive damping system and automatic transmission as standard
Specially tailored for the growing market for luxury saloons in China, the long-version of the new Mercedes E-Class
will be celebrating its world premiere at the 2010 Beijing Motor Show (opening to the public 27th April). With its
inclined radiator surround, 'muscular'-shaped rear guard and well-defined boot lid, the design of the new E-Class L
embodies status and effortless superiority in a number of its details. Now available in a lengthened version, the model
is even better positioned to meet the requirements of the Chinese market in this segment, who often enjoy 'long'
versions of cars in this segment of the market. The vehicle's refined appointments also help to provide an extremely
impressive and comfortable interior.
With a length of 5,012 millimetres and a wheelbase of 3,014 millimetres, the new model for China has gained an
extra 140 millimetres in both of these areas compared with the saloon model sold in the rest of the world. As a result,
in the rear of the five-seater vehicle passengers can enjoy an extra 140 millimetres of legroom compared with the
regular wheelbase E-Class, a model already renowned for its comfort. Another added touch of comfort: the front seats
are also electrically adjustable from the rear.
In addition to the generously dimensioned interior, the vehicle's high level of safety - typical of a Mercedes-Benz
car- also sets standards. Unique features include the PRE-SAFE® occupant protection system, Rear Seat Safety package
with belt force limiters on the outer seats and rear side airbags, as well as ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection. A
luggage compartment volume of 540 litres and a compact turning circle of 11.25 metres also represent class-leading
values for this segment. At the time of its commercial release in June2010, buyers will have a choice of two petrol
engines producing 150 kW (204 hp) and 180 kW (245 hp), as well as several luxury appointment levels. Additional engine
variants are expected to become available at a later date.
The E-Class segment is currently enjoying a boom in China: a total of around 122,000 vehicles from this segment
were sold there in 2008, but according to experts this figure is expected to exceed 200,000 in 2010. Long versions
dominate the segment with a share of close to 90 per cent. Customers are primarily entrepreneurs and the self-employed,
many of whom use the services of a chauffeur.
Produced in Germany, the new E-Class Saloon (W 212) has already sold more than 12,000 units in communist China since
the middle of 2009. The new E-Class L (V 212), on the other hand, is produced locally at Beijing BenzAutomotive Co.,
Ltd (BBAC) with a local share in value terms of more than 40 per cent. BBAC is a joint venture between Daimler AG and
its long-term partner Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Company (BAIC). The E-Class models are produced in a new
plant in the Beijing Development Area in the southeast of the city.
Engine and suspension: the highest level of comfort is the trump card
From launch, the new E-Class L will benefit from a choice of two refined petrol engines featuring high pulling power
in the form of the E 260 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY, using the latest direct injection technology, and E 300. Both models are
offered with automatic transmissions that are ideally suited to the respective engine characteristics. Furthermore,
transmission control is intelligent and adjusts the shift points adaptively to match the driving profile of the
driver.
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The AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system as standard forms the basis for the highest
level of ride comfort. Ground clearance has also been increased. The standard Direct-Steer system provides
particular convenience at slow speeds or when parking since, in conjunction with the speed-dependent service
brake, steering effort is reduced thanks to the direct ratio.
Appointments: a high degree of luxury as standard
E260 CGI ELEGANCE, E260 CGI AVANTGARDE and E300 AVANTGARDE are the three appointment lines which will be
available for the long version of the E-Class when it launches in China. Typical of the brand is the
extensive scope of appointments available as standard. The ELEGANCE version already comes, among other
things, with bi-xenon headlamps, adaptive ILS (Intelligent Light System), electric sliding sunroof,
automatic air conditioning and COMAND DVD system.
Additional highlights of the E 260 CGI AVANTGARDE version includes electric panoramic sliding sunroof,
COMANDAPS with DVD changer, THERMATIC air conditioning system, heated rear seats and residual heat system.
The E 300 Avantgarde also features a Rear Seat Entertainment System (two large 20.3 cm screens in the back
of the front seat head restraints), KEYLESS-GO electronic drive authorisation system and remote boot
closing.
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