Mercedes launching the 2018 E-Class Cabriolet in the United
States. Set to slot between the C- and S-Class convertibles, the E-Class
Cabriolet is being billed as a luxury drop top that combines "pure,
elegant design with long-distance comfort for four occupants."
The car has a lot in common with the E-Class Coupe
but the convertible is distinguished by a fabric soft top which is available in
four different colors including black, red, dark blue and dark brown.
Regardless of which color is selected, all of the roofs are fully automatic and
feature insulation that promises to reduce wind and road noise.
Besides the fabric roof, the E-Class Cabriolet can
be equipped with heat-reflecting leather upholstery, an Aircap wind deflector,
and an Airscarf neck-level heating system.
The E-Class Cabriolet is currently on sale and
pricing starts at US$ 66,300. The entry-level model has a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6
engine that produces 329 hp and 479 Nm of torque. It is
connected to a nine-speed automatic transmission which allows the car to
accelerate from 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds and return 20 mpg city / 26 mpg
highway.
Customers can also order the E400 4MATIC
Cabriolet which retails for US$ 68,800. It has the same engine as the standard
model but the addition of all-wheel drive enables the convertible to run from
0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds.
