Buyers on the lookout for an executive sedan or
estate with all-wheel drive can now opt for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
On sale in the United Kingdom in both body styles,
the 4Matic system is currently limited to the E220d flavor and carries a
starting price of £ 38,175 (US$ 47,744) for the four-door, and £ 40,175 (US$ 50,245)
for the five-door variant.
The AWD system works by splitting the torque 45:55
(front:rear) to improve traction, driving dynamics and stability under all road
conditions, and comes together with the 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine that
produces 194 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, and a 9-speed automatic
gearbox.
In this configuration, the saloon returns 62.8 mpg
UK (52.3 mpg US / 4.5 l/100 km) and emits 117 g/km of CO2, while the numbers
for the estate sit at 57.7 mpg UK (48 mpg US / 4.9 l/100 km) and 126 g/km.
Mercedes-Benz states that standard specification of
the all-wheel drive models matches that on the RWD E-Class and includes the
8.4-inch display with navigation system, parking sensors with reversing camera,
self-parking system, LED interior lighting with a 64-color selection, two-zone
climate control, side-folding mirrors, LED lighting units on the outside, and
17-inch wheels, among others, on the SE.
The automaker also offers the AMG Line package,
which brings special exterior styling that includes unique bumpers and side
skirts and 19-inch alloy wheels, in addition to the perforated front brake
discs, Artico leather and Dinamica microfiber upholstery with seat comfort
package, and a 3-spoke AMG steering wheel.
Features such as the Lane Tracking Package
(£ 595/US$ 744) with Passive Blind Spot Assist and Active Lane Assist, and the
Driving Assistance Plus Package (£ 1,695/US$ 2,120) are offered as options.
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