Mercedes-Benz has a new generation of electric vehicles, the EQE and EQS. But the company isn’t forgetting the models that have built its legacy. The E-class sedan, which has been around for decades, is getting a new lease of life in 2024. The new generation features a range of hybridized powertrains, a futuristic interior with three screens as well as a selfie camera.
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class EV Review
The 2024 E class, unlike Mercedes’ soap-bar-shaped EVs, retains traditional three-box sedan dimensions, with a setback cabin and a long dash-to-axle ratio. The black trim between the grille and headlights is what visually links the E-class to the EQE. Two star-shaped elements are located on each side of the housing. Mercedes claims that the interior space has been improved by a longer wheelbase and wider bodywork.
Interior Tech Features
The 2024 E class will have two screens as standard, but the interior shown here features an optional third display in front of the passenger. This results in a large glass pane covering the entire dashboard. Mercedes’ E-class screen is referred to as “Superscreen” instead of “Hyperscreen”, which is the name given by the EQS. Mercedes claims that E-class models with two screens feature a large trim on the right-hand side of the dashboard, but did not provide any pictures.
Ambient lighting is wrapped around the dashboard and the rest of the cabin. The lighting can be set to pulse in time with the music playing through the Burmester surround-sound system. The light strip may also show visual alerts generated by the driver assistance system.
Mercedes is pleased with its new entertainment system, which now draws from a single computer onboard. The passenger can watch videos and play games on the go if they are properly equipped. A system will block the content when a camera mounted in the dashboard detects that the driver is looking at the screen instead of the road. Mercedes has also installed several third-party applications on the central screen, such as TikTok and Vivaldi web browser, while its built-in entertainment system offers streaming services for a monthly fee.
Zoom is available using the Superscreen’s optional video and selfie camera. The Superscreen is a device that sits on the dashboard. It allows video calls or recording when the car is at rest. The E-class features augmented reality navigation that overlays arrows on live images taken by the car’s many cameras. Thanks to the “Just Talk” feature, the voice assistant will now always listen to commands, even if the driver is not present. The infotainment will also suggest apps based on the situation, saving the driver time by not having to search through submenus.
Powertrain & Specs
In the United States, two hybridized powertrains are available. The engines are powered by an integrated starter/generator that runs on a 48-volt system. The electric motor can boost the power output of the engine up to 23 horsepower, and the torque from 148 pounds-feet. This can reduce turbo-lag and smooth the start/stop system.
The E350 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 255 horsepower and 295 pound-feet, an increase of 22 pound-feet over the previous four-cylinder. The E450 features a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that produces 375 horsepower, and 369 pounds-feet. This is an increase of 13 horsepower over the E450. All E-classes have all-wheel-drive, and both engines are connected to a nine-speed automatic transmission.
As part of the Technology package, the 2024 E class features multilink suspensions at each corner. An optional air suspension can replace the steel spring base setup. The adaptive dampers can be adjusted to the road surface, and there is a load-leveling feature. The Technology package adds rear-wheel steering to make the E class more agile at lower speeds.
Driver Assistance Plus is an optional package that includes some of the E-class’s standard driver assistance features, such as active steering and lane centering with automatic lane changes.
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class EV Release Date & Price
Mercedes has not announced when the E class will be available in the United States. However, we expect that the new sedan will hit the dealerships before the end of this year. The pricing is also a mystery. However, the 2024 E class should start at around $60,000. This represents a slight increase over the model from 2023.