All-New 2024 Mercedes Benz E-Class Exclusive I Exterior & Interior

This year marks the start of an all-new generation of the E-class sedan, which has been redesigned from the ground up with more technology and luxury than the outgoing model. The four- and six-cylinder powertrains have received hybrid assistance this year resulting in power boosts, and the exterior styling wears a handsome new look. Inside, a host of new technology features pepper the cabin, which is said to be even more comfortable than the interior of the car that came before it. We expect to see the 2024 E-class in dealer showrooms by the end of 2023.

Mercedes hasn't announced pricing for the 2024 E-class yet, but we expect to see it offered in the same three trim levels as the smaller C-class: Premium, Exclusive, and Pinnacle. Combine those with the two available powertrains and the E-class has a six-trim lineup with a broad spread of prices to appeal to a big audience of luxury-sedan buyers.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Under the E350's scalloped hood is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that pairs with a 23-hp electric motor for a combined 255 horsepower. The E450 model gets a similar hybrid setup for its turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six, which brings the total to 375 horsepower. The hybrid systems are said to reduce turbo lag and smooth the operation of the auto start/stop system. Acceleration may benefit too, although we're not sure by how much yet. When we get a chance, we'll take the E350 and E450 to our test track and update this story with driving impressions and acceleration numbers. An adjustable air suspension is optional and replaces the steel-spring arrangement that comes standard; a rear-wheel steering system is also available and is said to improve maneuverability in tight spaces.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Unsurprisingly, the E-class's cabin is focused on comfort and quality. Passenger space appears generous in photos and the interior is lined with rich-looking materials such as leather upholstery and metal trim. Overall, the design looks high-end and nicely complements the car's handsome exterior styling. Although the E-class has been offered as a coupe and a convertible in the past, we're expecting this generation to stick strictly to a four-door layout.

There's a lot of integrated tech throughout the E-class's interior, and buyers who want it can order a dashboard that's covered by three separate displays. If you ask us, it's a little much, so we'd go with the standard setup. It includes a digital display behind the steering wheel for the car's gauges and a separate screen on the center of the dashboard for infotainment. Mercedes-Benz has integrated some clever features—or maybe they're cringeworthy, depending on your perspective—such as a selfie camera and downloadable third-party apps from TikTok, Angry Birds, and Zoom. In-dash navigation is available and features an augmented reality feature to overlay directions onto the road ahead via a head-up display.

Chapters:
00:00 Driving
03:24 Exterior Design
06:15 Interior Design