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[[Image:W212E-Class1.jpg|frame|right|'''2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)''']] | [[Image:W212E-Class1.jpg|frame|right|'''2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)''']] | ||
Codenamed '''W212''', the next-generation [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class|E-Class]] will arrive for the 2010 model year, with the estate version (codenamed S212) expected for 2011. It was also decided upon to rest the [[Mercedes-Benz CLK- | |||
Although not much information has been offered in regards to the upcoming fifth-generation E Class, sources are speculating an increase of around 20 mm in length. That, combined with a redesigned interior, will offer a more spacious feel to the passenger compartment. | Codenamed '''W212''', the next-generation [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class|E-Class]] will arrive for the 2010 model year, with the estate version (codenamed S212) expected for 2011. It was also decided upon to rest the [[Mercedes-Benz CLK-class|CLK-Class]] name in favour of selling it as an E-class coupe.<ref>[http://www.carpoint.com.au/car-review/2990578.aspx]</ref> Although not much information has been offered in regards to the upcoming fifth-generation E Class, sources are speculating an increase of around 20 mm in length. That, combined with a redesigned interior, will offer a more spacious feel to the passenger compartment. | ||
An all-new instrument cluster, along with [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class|S-Class]] night-vision technology and an updated COMAND system will highlight the interior changes. | An all-new instrument cluster, along with [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class|S-Class]] night-vision technology and an updated COMAND system will highlight the interior changes. | ||
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Power-wise, it looks as if the full-range of [[Mercedes-Benz|Mercedes]] engines will be available, in diesel and petrol variants, although there may be limits in developing markets. The basic powerplant will consist of four-cylinder engines with the horsepower rating starting at 175 bhp, followed by 6 and 8 Cylinders and the performance-built [[Mercedes-AMG|AMG]] variant. | Power-wise, it looks as if the full-range of [[Mercedes-Benz|Mercedes]] engines will be available, in diesel and petrol variants, although there may be limits in developing markets. The basic powerplant will consist of four-cylinder engines with the horsepower rating starting at 175 bhp, followed by 6 and 8 Cylinders and the performance-built [[Mercedes-AMG|AMG]] variant. | ||
Presented at [[2008 Paris Motor Show]] through the [[Mercedes-Benz ConceptFASCINATION]] concept car. | |||
Official photos of the W212 have been leaked on the internet on the 10th December, 2008 ahead of its [[2009 Geneva Motor Show]] unveiling.<ref>[http://paultan.org/archives/2008/12/10/w212-mercedes-benz-e-class-shots-leaked-online/ W212 Mercedes-Benz E-Class shots leaked online!]</ref> Scans of a leaked brochure have been posted onto the internet in January 2009, detailing the whole E-Class range including the new E 200 CGI and E 230 CGI with direct injected forced inducted engines.<ref>[http://paultan.org/archives/2009/01/08/leaked-2010-mercedes-benz-e-class-w212-brochures-with-detailed-specification-sheets/ Leaked 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212) Brochures with detailed specification sheets]</ref> | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== |