The full family of Mercedes-Benz E-Class models are
currently being shown to the public at the Geneva Motor Show and among them are
the brand new E63 and E63 S Estate.
Revealed online just last month, both the E63-badged
Estate models are powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine delivering 563 hp
and 750 Nm)in the 'standard' E63 and 604 hp and 850 Nm for the E63 S Estate.
These impressive figures allow the E63 Estate to
hits 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds before reaching a limited 250 km/h top speed. The E63 S manages the sprint from 0-100 km/h in a slightly
quicker 3.5 seconds and in Euro-spec, continues to be limited to 250 km/h.
A key reason for the
vehicle's insane acceleration capabilities is the 4MATIC+ variable all-wheel
drive system that comes as standard. It replaces the rear-wheel setup of the
previous-generation E63 and in the 'S', includes a dedicated 'Drift' mode that
sends power exclusively through the rear wheels.
Other key developments for the new E63 Estate models
include a nine-speed Speedshift MCT automatic transmission with
double-clutching, optional Ceramic Composite brakes and three-chamber air
suspension.
While retaining the regular E-Class
Estate's massive (and practical) boot with a capacity of 640 liters with the
rear bench in place, and 1,820 liters with the rear seats folded, which is
significantly more than the RS6 Avant's 565 and 1,680 liters respectively.
