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The 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain marks its debut as a versatile, high-riding, all-wheel-drive wagon. This model caters to customers seeking a model that can handle light off-roading adventures, such as traversing dirt or gravel paths, all while avoiding the bulkiness of an SUV.

The All-Terrain model distinguishes itself from the sedan with a unique front grille design, featuring two bars accented by an elegant Iridium Silver finish at the center. The lower fascia has also been revised to complement this distinctive look.

To enhance its rugged appeal, the wagon incorporates dark grey cladding on the wheel arches. While the standard configuration includes 18-inch wheels, customers have the option to upgrade to 19- or even 20-inch sizes to tailor the wagon’s appearance to their preferences.

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Mercedes-Benz continues the legacy of one of its most enduring luxury sedans, the E-Class, even as it diversifies its range with more crossovers and a distinct line of EVs.

The E-Class will enter its tenth generation for 2024 and as you could expect from Mercedes in the 2020s, it’s going to be a complete tech feast. It’s also probably the final internal-combustion E-Class ever, given Mercedes’ stated intention to switch to all-electric vehicles by 2030.

The new W214 model is based on the same rear-drive architecture as the C- and S-Class sedans and the new GLC-Class SUV. Although it is slightly larger than the previous W213 E-Class, it has one of the lowest drag internal-combustion sedans on the market, with a drag coefficient of 0.23.

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When introducing a new model, car companies often mention how it was designed from ‘the inside out’. Now the Mercedes-Benz PR people are also taking that approach in introducing the next generation of one of their core models, the E-Class. The first official pictures and details of the new W 214 series, to be launched later in the year, are not of the exterior but the inside.

In particular, Mercedes-Benz is providing a preview of the cabin appearance and all the digital innovations customers can expect. The electronic architecture is more software-driven and less hardware-driven, which allows for more individual updating of the interior systems in the future.

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For those who prefer the sleekness of a coupe and are okay with two less doors, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia now offers the new E-Class Coupe with E 300 AMG Line specification. Priced from RM495,071.47 (without insurance and with sales tax exemption till the end of 2021), it has a 2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine with 258 ps/370 Nm output, mated to a 9G-TRONIC transmission.

Updated front end
While continuing the classic coupe form with signature AMG Line styling elements, the front end is updated with a new diamond radiator grille with pins in chrome. A new highlight of the muscular rear section is the completely redesigned inner workings of the two-piece taillights.

New E-Class coupe in AMG Line launched in Malaysia

New E-Class coupe in AMG Line launched in Malaysia

There are new Multibeam LED headlights that are adaptive in function. Besides providing brighter and more natural illumination at night, the Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus controls the LEDs by switching between low, partial main beam and main beam automatically for optimum coverage without dazzling oncoming drivers.

Exterior colours available for the E 300 AMG Line Coupe are Polar White, Obsidian Black, Rubellite Red, Graphite Grey, Mojave Silver, Brilliant Blue, High-tech Silver, Emerald Green and Selenite Grey. Also available are Designo Diamond White Bright and Designo Patagonia Red Metallic which will incur additional cost if specified.

New E-Class coupe in AMG Line launched in Malaysia

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Coupe AMG Line

Only pillarless coupe in its class
The interior has a sporty feel combined with the luxury that an owner would expect. . The E-Class Coupe is the only pillarless coupe in its class, and each of the four occupants has a power window with a panoramic sunroof to bring in more light. Ambient lighting with up to 64 colours can create an atmosphere to match the mood, while an electric sunblind at the rear keeps out hot sun when necessary.

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Coupe AMG Line

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Coupe AMG Line

The right side of the dashboard is fitted with an entirely new, intelligent steering wheel. It is now a ‘high-tech command centre’, from which the driver not only steers the car but can also operate numerous systems for comfort and safety. The hands-off detection feature of the steering wheel now works on a capacitive basis, thereby enhancing user-friendliness when driving in semi-automated mode.

The other area from which the driver can manage other functions is the MBUX multimedia system. This is the latest generation of the system which has an intuitive control structure and large, high-resolution screens. Information  is presented on dual 12.3-inch displays to create a widescreen cockpit with a wide range of personalization. The control surfaces have a high-gloss black finish, while the trim elements and surrounds have a silver shadow finish.

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Coupe AMG Line

Next-generation driving assistance systems
Mercedes-Benz continues to advance safety with its driving assistance systems. These provide cooperative support to the driver, pro-actively responding to dangerous situations if the driver does not do so in time.

While viewing of the new model at dealerships is not possible at this time due to restrictions, there is the Virtual Showroom where more information can be obtained and authorized dealers can be contacted.

New E-Class coupe in AMG Line launched in Malaysia

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today, priced from RM326,943

With over 14 million units sold since 1946, the E-Class is the bestselling model line for Mercedes-Benz. The current W213 generation was launched in 2017 and the facelift which the factory released last year is now available in Malaysia in two variants – E 300 AMG Line and E 200 Avantgarde.

Their prices (excluding insurance) start from RM326,943.19 for the E 200 and RM375,432.19 for the E 300. As both cars are assembled in Malaysia, they are exempted from sales tax until December 31, 2021.

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

The cosmetic changes
For the E 200, the Avantgarde package includes a slim new grille design while the surface of the bonnet has a more pronounced bulge – often called a ‘power dome’ – to provide a visual suggestion of the power of the engine underneath. There are also new high-performance headlamps and tail lights using LEDs.

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

Besides the power dome, the AMG Line on the E 300 has a new bumper styled by AMG, with the familiar grille that has visual depth. The MULTIBEAM LED headlamps now include ULTRA RANGE high beams for stronger illumination. Like the E 200, the rear lamp unit are also revised.

For the E 200, the standard alloy wheels are 18 inches in diameter with a 5-twin spoke design. The E 300 gets 19-inch wheels with an AMG-styled 5-twin-spoke design. New paint colours are available for the latest models – Grey Metallic and a High-Tech Silver finish.

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

Two engine outputs
Both variants use the same 2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine (M264) with turbocharging, but with different tuning levels to give different outputs. The E 200 engine is tuned to deliver 197 ps/320 Nm, while the E 300 has output boosted to 258 ps/370 Nm. The difference in outputs enable the E 300 to go from 0 to 100 km/h 1.2 seconds quicker (6.4 seconds) than the E 200 and also reach a top speed 10 km/h faster (250 km/h). The E-Class continues to have rear-wheel drive, of course, with power delivery going through a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission.

The interior of the latest E-Class has the new multifunction steering wheel wrapped in genuine leather.  The control surfaces sport a high-gloss black finish while the trim elements and surrounds have a light longitudinal-grain aluminium trim in the E 200 Avantgarde, and open-pore black ash wood trim on the E 300 AMG Line.

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

New operating principle for display
The instrument cluster and media display are controlled by swiping along the Touch Control buttons. The operating principle of the Touch Control buttons has changed from optical to capacitive which means a mechanical system is no longer needed.

The design of the front seats offers strong lateral support with pronounced side bolsters> Depending on the variant, the centre section has sporty transverse or modern longitudinal seams. The colours of the centre sections of the seat backrest and cushion are matched to the overall form of the seats. For the E 200, the upholstery is ARTICO man-made leather while the E 300 has genuine leather.

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

The MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) multimedia system displayed in the Widescreen Cockpit has two 12.3-inch displays. The information in the instrument cluster and on the media display is in high-resolution for maximum clarity.

Latest safety systems
A pioneer in automobile safety, it is only to be expected that the latest E-Class will come with the latest generation of driver assistance systems to enhance driving safety, particularly Active Safety. In some situations, automatic activation of certain systems such as the brakes will occur if the driver does not respond in time.

The hands-off recognition now works on a capacitive basis, enhancing user-friendliness when driving in semi-automated mode. Previously, to inform the assistance systems that the driver still has control of the E-Class, a slight steering movement was required but now, sensors on the rim of the steering wheel can detect if the driver is holding it.  If the system detects that the driver does not have their hands on the steering wheel for a certain time, a warning cascade is started, which finally activates Emergency Brake Assist if the driver continues to be inactive.

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Malaysia today

As standard, the E-Class comes with Active Brake Assist for autonomous emergency braking. As part of the Driving Assistance Package, this is now also possible when turning off across the oncoming lane.

Additionally, for the E 300, there is also Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC and a 360° camera view that makes it possible to enter and leave parking spaces automatically. The system facilitates the search for and selection of a parking space as well as entering and leaving (if the vehicle was parked automatically) parallel and end-on parking spaces or garages.

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

For the first time, the new E-Class is able to recognize and use parking spaces which are only marked as areas on larger sites, for example. The 360° camera transmits an even more realistic image to the display, which includes an expanded side view. When leaving a parking space, the system is able to warn of traffic crossing behind the vehicle and can apply the brakes in case a vehicle approaches.

Protection against break-ins and theft
The URBAN GUARD Vehicle Protection package provides comprehensive protection of the car at all times when the owner is not using it. Sensors can detect movement within (when the system is activated) and there is also tow-away protection which is able to detect changes in position. In the event of a break-in, the battery-backed alarm will sound. The driver can also be notified of theft or parking damage detection through the Mercedes me app.

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