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2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E–CLASS

SETTING THE PACE

IN LUXURY CLASS
MERCEDES-BENZ IS PRESENTING
THE PACEMAKER WHEN IT COMES
TO SAFETY, COMFORT AND
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPATIBILITY
IN THIS MARKET SEGMENT.

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ITH MORE THAN 20 NEW OR FURTHER TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS, this saloon further are included in the range of engine variants in the new E-Class.
consolidates the leading position of Mercedes-Benz in the luxury class. Detailed improvements have reduced the fuel consumption of
They include trailblazing innovations for safe driving that are available these V6/V8 models by up to 0.6 litres per 100 kilometres. As
from no other manufacturer worldwide in this combination. Examples include a product from Mercedes-AMG, the new high-performance E
the standard Attention Assist, Adaptive Main Beam Assist and automatic 63 AMG develops 386 kW/525 hp.
emergency braking, which is activated when there is acute danger of a collision. The V6 and V8-models are equipped with a seven-speed
Mercedes-Benz has improved the already exemplary long- weight, reduced internal friction and more economical operat- automatic transmission and steering wheel selector lever as
distance comfort of the E-Class even further in the new saloon, ing characteristics. standard.
including intelligent bodyshell technology with up to 30 per- On request the V6 models E 350 CDIand E 350, as well as
cent greater rigidity, further improved seats and a newly devel- NEW CDI-FOUR-CYLINDER UNITS LOWER FUEL CONSUMPTION the eight-cylinder E 500, are available with latest-generation
oped suspension whose shock absorbers automatically adjust to With three completely newly developed four-cylinder Mercedes all-wheel drive. This system distinguishes itself from
the current driving situation. The optional air suspension now engines, the E-Class also remains one generation ahead where previous all-wheel drive technology with greater efficiency, low-
works together with an electronic damping system. diesel technology is concerned. These engines feature latest- er weight and more compact construction. These advantages
The outstanding safety and comfort of the E-Class are generation common-rail direct injection, fast piezo-electric produce noticeably better traction and fuel savings.
matched by its environmental compatibility and economy: the injectors, improved exhaust gas recirculation and an innovative
four- and six-cylinder engines are direct-injection units, and twin turbocharger, making for fast responsiveness and good “INTELLIGENT” PARTNER SAFETY PROTECTION SYSTEMS
consume up to 23 percent less fuel than before. The combined performance characteristics. To express this in figures, the E 250 For more than 50 years, the saloons in the E-Class and their
NEDC consumption of the new four-cylinder diesel engines CDI with 150 kW/204 hp and 500 newton metres develops a predecessors have been acknowledged as trendsetters in the
is just 5.3 litres per 100 kilometres, which corresponds to 139 25 percent higher torque than the previous V6 diesel engine, safety field. The new saloon continues this tradition with an
grams of CO2 per kilometre. All the engines for the new E- but uses around 23 percent less fuel at only 5.3 litres per 100 unrivalled combination of the very latest assistance and protec-
Cass meet the EU5 emission standard, and in the case of the E kilometres (combined NEDC consumption). This corresponds tion system whose concept and development are based on what
350 BlueTEC the emissions are already below the EU6 limits to 139 grams of CO2per kilometre. actually happens during accidents. These technologies make
planned for 2014 . The new four-cylinder diesel engine also powers the E 220 the E-Class an “intelligent partner”who can see, feel, react re-
Apart from the engines, the BlueEFFICIENCY package for CDI with 125 kW/ 170 hp and the E 200 CDI with 100 flexively in critical situations and if necessary act independently
the E-Class is in large part responsible for a considerable fuel kW/136 hp, also with a fuel consumption of only 5.3 litres per to prevent accidents or mitigate their consequences. With this
saving. Engineers from every development department have 100 kilometres. concept the new Mercedes model not only protects its own oc-
worked together to optimise assemblies and components, to The top model in the new E-Class diesel range is the six- cupants, but also contributes decisively to the greater safety of
save fuel by means of reduced weight, a new form, improved cylinder E 350 CDI with an output of 170 kW/231 hp, which other road users.
functioning or efficient energy management. uses 0.5 litres per 100 kilometres less fuel than the previous E The new E-Class is the first automobile in the world whose
The work done in the wind tunnel was particularly success- 320 CDI. From autumn 2009 the V6 diesel will also be avail- headlamps adapt to the traffic situation and respond automati-
ful, for with a drag coefficient of only 0.25, the new E-Class able as a BlueTEC model with the world’s best emission con- cally to avoid dazzling other drivers. The optional Adaptive
is the world’s most aerodynamically efficient luxury saloon. It trol technology. The E 350 BlueTEC develops 155 kW/211 Main Beam Assist uses a camera on the windscreen to recognise
betters the already good Cd figure of the preceding model by hp and meets the EU6 exhaust emission standards planned for oncoming traffic and vehicles moving ahead, and controls the
another four percent, which represents a fuel saving of around 2014. All the other engine variants in the new E-Class meet the headlamps so that their beams do not reach the other vehicle.
0.25 litres per 100 kilometres when driving at a motorway speed EU5 limits. This achieves the best possible road illumination in a given situ-
of 130 km/h. The aerodynamics are for example improved by ation. The range of the dipped headlamp beams can be extend-
variable fan louvres, which control the airflow to the engine 20 PERCENT FUEL SAVING THANKS TO DIRECT INJECTION ed from 65 to up to 300 metres. If the road ahead is clear, the
compartment in line with requirements. The E 200 CGIand E 250 CGIare equipped with the newly system performs a gentle transition to high beam.
Other BlueEFFICIENCY measures include newly devel- developed four-cylinder direct-injection engine with a Mercedes-Benz offers this new system as a light & sight
oped tyres with up to 17 percent lower rolling resistance, en- displacement of 1.8 litres, turbocharging and variable intake package that includes bi-xenon headlamps, the Intelligent
ergy-saving control of the generator, fuel pump, air condition- and exhaust camshafts. The E 200 CGI(135 kW/184 hp) Light System and LED daytime driving lights.
ing compressor and power steering, and the ECO start/stop is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and the The Lane Safety package for the new E-Class includes Blind
functionwhich switches the engine of the new E 200 CGIoff ECOstart/stop function as standard, and consumes only 6.8 Spot Assist familiar from the S-Class, and as a new develop-
when idling. Displays in the speedometer inform the driver litres of premium petrol per 100 kilometres (combined NEDC ment, Lane Keeping Assist which seeks to prevent the vehi-
how much fuel is being consumed (per 100 kilometres), and consumption, provisional figure). This equates to 159 grams of cle from leaving the road unintentionally. When the system
when he should shift to the next higher gear in the interests of CO2per kilometre. recognises that the car is drifting from its lane, the driver is
an economical and environmentally conscious style of driving. In the E 250 CGI(150 kW/204 hp), which has a five-speed prompted to take countersteering action by brief but unmis-
The range of engines available for the new E-Class com- automatic transmission as standard, maximum torque is now takable vibrations of the steering wheel. The images from the
prises four, six and eight-cylinder units with outputs from 100 310 newton metres, which represents an increase of more than windscreen camera are also used by the new, optionally avail-
kW/136 hp to 386 kW/525 hp. The four-cylinder engines are 26 percent over the previous V6-engine. At the same time the able Speed Limit Assist , which recognises speed limit signs as
newly developed direct-injection units, which develop a high- NEDC fuel consumption is reduced by over 20 percent to 7.4 the car passes them, then displays the relevant speed limit in
er output and torque than the comparable V6-engines of the litres per 100 kilometres, equating to 175 grams of CO2per the speedometer.
preceding series despite a smaller displacement. The strategy kilometre (provisional figures). Night View Assist from the S-Class is now also available as
is to replace to replace large, naturally aspirated engines with As before, the E 350 CGI with direct petrol injection (215 an optional extra for the new E-Class. Mercedes-Benz has im-
turbocharged units which excel with advantages such as lower kW/292 hp) and the top-of-the-line E 500 (285 kW/388 hp) proved this system with a special pedestrian detection function:

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as soon as Night View Assist Plus recognises pedestrians ahead
of the car, they are highlighted in the onboard display to pro-
vide a greatly enhanced warning effect.
DETECTION OF DROWSINESS
Thanks to an innovative technology, the new E-Class has
developed a highly sensitive means of monitoring its driver’s
attention level, and warns him of drowsiness in good time.
This new ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection
system, which is standard equipment, is equipped with highly
sensitive sensors that continuously monitor more than 70
different parameters. Observing the driver’s steering behaviour
has proved to be a particularly strong indicator: several years
of practical research by Mercedes engineers have shown that
drowsy drivers make minor steering errors that can often be
rapidly corrected in characteristic ways. These corrections are
recognised by a highly sensitive steering angle sensor.
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
The well-proven, radar based assistance systems from the
S-Class are now also optionally available to E-Class customers.
A further development of the long-range radar sensor now has
a range of 200 metres (previously 150 metres), and is able to
monitor the mid-distance so that dynamic events such as a
vehicle ahead suddenly pulling out to overtake can be detected
even more effectively. The two wide-angle short-range radar
sensors, which have a range of around 30 metres, continue to
be included in the system.
The radar-supported systems are able to assist the driver
with emergency braking. Their sensors are linked to the Brake
Assist PLUS system, which automatically calculates the braking
pressure to prevent a collision in critical situations. The driver
is given an acoustic and visual warning at the same time. When
the brake pedal is depressed, the system immediately activates
the calculated level of braking assistance.
If the driver fails to respond to the warnings, the radar sys-
tem first initiates partial braking action. As a second stage, if
there is still no driver response and a collision is unavoidable,
emergency braking is initiated. This can considerably lessen the
severity of an accident, i.e. the system acts as something like an
“electronic crumple zone”.
ACTIVE BONNET, SEVEN AIRBAGS AND PRE-SAFE® AS STANDARD
During the course of its development, the new E-Class was
subjected to more than 150 high-speed crash tests and a total
of more than 17,000 realistic crash simulations. The crumple
zone principle invented by the Mercedes safety pioneer Béla
Barényi has been continuously improved by the engineers in
Sindelfingen. The front-end deformation zone of the E-Class
acts on four independent levels, and is even more effective than
before. The increased use of highest-strength steel alloys also
helps to ensure that the bodyshell is able to withstand high
impact forces. Around 72 percent of all the body panels are
made from these high-tech steels – yet another unrivalled figure
in passenger car development.
With seven airbags as standard, belt tensioners, belt force
limiters, crash-responsive head restraints and ISOFIX child seat
attachments, the new E-Class has even more extensive safety
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features than the preceding model. Another new feature is the
active bonnet, which is a continuation of many years of com-
mitment to pedestrian protection on the part of Mercedes-Benz.
It is standard equipment in the new E-Class. In the event of an
impact, a system of springs raises the rear section of the bonnet
by 50 millimetres within fractions of a second, thereby increasing
the available deformation space. Thanks to the cleverly conceived
mechanism, the driver is able to reset the active bonnet to its
normal position himself, without visiting a workshop.
Another standard feature is the preventive occupant protec-
tion system PRE-SAFE®. In potentially hazardous situations
this reflexively activates precautionary protective measures for
the vehicle occupants, so that the seat belts and airbags are able
to fulfil their protective function to the full during an impact.
ADAPTIVE SHOCK ABSORBERS AND IMPROVED AIR SUSPENSION
As in the safety field, the E-Class has been setting the standards
for long-distance comfort in this vehicle class for several
decades. Bettering the already high level of the preceding
series, Mercedes engineers have achieved further advances with
the new saloon – especially where ride, seating and climatic
comfort are concerned.
Standard equipment includes a further improved suspen-
sion with adaptive shock absorbers. These automatically adapt
to the current driving situation by reducing the damping forces
when driving normally, thereby noticeably improving ride
comfort. When taking bends at speed or during rapid evasive
action, the system switches to the maximum damping effect so
that the saloon is stabilised to best effect.
WELL-PROVEN SEAT TECHNOLOGY WITH A NEW DESIGN
Where seat development is concerned, Mercedes-Benz had
added a new quality to a well established Mercedes concept,
namely padded seat piping – a sophisticated and demanding
upholstery technique that is only used by Mercedes-Benz.
This involves the insertion of an additional foam filling under
the fabric or leather cover, and gives an immediate feeling
of comfort and wellbeing when sitting in the car. There are
different versions of this padded seat piping: in the basic
model and AVANTGARDE line the upholstery is transversely
contoured, while the ELEGANCE line has longitudinal piping
and is reminiscent of the well-known and highly effective
Mercedes seat design from the 1960s and 70s.
The active multicontour seat package (optional) includes
newly developed multicontour seats with comfort head re-
straints and a two-stage massage function in the backrest that
has proven highly successful in the S-Class. Depending on the
steering angle, lateral acceleration and vehicle speed, fast-acting
piezo-electric valves on the air chambers in the backrests vary
their pressure and volume to give the driver and front passenger
even better lateral support.
INDIVIDUAL CLIMATISATION MODES AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON
Mercedes-Benz has developed a climate control system for
the E-Class which not only allows individual temperatures to
be set in three zones – for the driver, front passenger and rear
passengers – but also offers different “climatisation modes”.
If this optional THERMOTRONIC system is specified, the
w w w. t e x a s d r i v e . c o m 5
occupants of the new E-Class are able to select “Diffuse”,
“Medium”or “Focus”at the touch of a button, and adapt the air
volume and distribution to their personal preferences without
sacrificing the convenience of automatic mode. In standard trim
the new E-Class is equipped with the two-zone THERMATIC
automatic climate control system.
DISTINCTIVE LINES EXPRESS EFFORTLESS GRACE AND STATUS
In 1995 the E-Class was the first Mercedes model to appear with
the highly acclaimed twin-headlamp face – a highly symbolic
design feature that still characterises the identity of the E-Class.
Nonetheless, the design idiom has remained fluent even for this
characteristic styling feature, and has been adapted to suit the
self-assured, masculine overall appearance of the saloon. The
designers have now reinterpreted these four “eyes”as rectangles,
with a direct reference to the interesting geometrical shapes
found in cubism. They have the effect of precious gems that
have been precisely set into the wings. In the same way, the
radiator grille with its three-dimensional chromed surround,
dynamic arrow-shape and more upright position underlines
the status of the car as the epitome of a business saloon.
A sophisticated interplay between lines and surfaces is one
of the hallmarks of today’s Mercedes design. Large concave or
convex surface areas are structured by taut, clearly defined lines.
This design concept has been perfected down to the last detail
in the new E-Class. The flank contours become connecting fea-
tures that influence the entire body design, i.e. not just the side
aspects but also the front and rear-end styling.
At the rear this harmonious flow culminates in a new fea-
ture, namely a graceful line that follows the rear wheel arches
and lends a clear shape to the imposing, muscular contours
of the rear wings. Here Mercedes aficionados will recognise
styling features reminiscent of the famous “Ponton Mercedes”
introduced in 1953, which already emphasised its sovereign
character with these striking contours at the time -- a symbolic
feature, and at the same time a hallmark of the E-Class that
well illustrates how tradition is made to harmonise with the
future in this model series.
With typical Mercedes attention to detail, the designers
have also given great attention to the interior of the new E-
Class, ensuring that every feature appeals in both emotional
and functional terms with its form, colour or material. The
result is a harmonious whole – an atmosphere in which the
car’s occupants immediately feel safe and protected, and long
journeys can be taken without any feeling of effort or stress. In
short: Typically E-Class, welcome home.
HIGH LEVEL OF STANDARD APPOINTMENTS AND INDIVIDUAL VARIANTS
Individuality and variety have always been two of the
outstanding attributes of the E-Class. The new saloon not
only provides Mercedes customers with a choice of ten
engines and three suspension variants, but also two design and
equipment lines, 12 wheel/tyre combinations in 16, 17, 18
or 19-inch size, twelve exterior paint finishes and six different
seat upholstery materials in up to five colour combinations to
suit their individual preferences. The choice of interior trim
has been doubled versus the preceding series, with the range
now including high-gloss exotic wood, open-pored wood and
aluminium trim.
Standard specifications already include 16-inch light-alloy
wheels in a nine-spoke design, eucalyptus or embossed alu-
minium trim (optional) and a four-spoke multifunction steer-
ing wheel lined in fine nappa leather with chrome inserts. Also
included in the standard equipment is the Audio 20 CD info-
tainment system with a twin receiver, CD-player, eight loud-
speakers and a Bluetooth interface for a mobile phone. The
colour display in the centre of the dashboard can be operated
by the driver or front passenger, using the Controller on the
centre console.
The individualisation programme for the E-Class is based on
two design and equipment lines. The ELEGANCE line lives up
to its name with a decidedly elegant, classic appearance. This is
in part due to additional features such as a chrome-plated ra-
diator grille with four silver-painted louvres, 16-inch light-alloy
wheels in a ten twin-spoke design, burr walnut trim and styl-
ish ambient lighting with fibre optics that frame the dashboard
and door panels.
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07 Acura TL $24,998 08 Cadillac CTS $24,993 07 Lexus IS350 $26,891

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2002 BMW 330 Ci

Leather, CD, power , low miles. #309345A
$12,944 2007 Jeep Wrangler
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2009 Pontiac G6 $12,944 2007 Buick Lucerne $14,944 2009 Chevy Malibu $14,944
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2007 Jeep Commander $16,944 2006 Dodge Charger $17,944 2007 Toyota Highlander $22,944
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2008 Chevy Silverado 1500 $23,944 2007 Honda CRV $24,944 2007 BMW $25,944 2008 GMC Yukon $27,944
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$16,892 $19,492
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2007 Dodge Ram SXT #7J608161
2006 Toyota Camry Solara #6U100752 2004 Infiniti G35 #4M816469
2005 Nissan 350Z Stk#5M751100
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2007 Nissan Xterra #7C545476 2009 Nissan Altima Stk#9N474182 2006 Acura TL Stk#6A036017
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 10 MAGAZINE WHERE TEXAS GOES TO DRIVE. Week 9 - 1 0

| 5930 W. Plano Parkway, Plano, TX 75093 | (800) 643-8861

Exceptional
Pre-owned Specials

Ê'/ Porsche Cayenne - $44,983 Ê'/ Lincoln Navigator - $34,500

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Ê'/ Acura MDX TECH - $36,991 Ê'. Nissan 350Z Enthusiast - $18,500 Ê'+Porsche Boxster S S $19,991
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Ê'. Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 8 - $27,895 Ê'/ Lexus ES300 - $29,991 Ê'/ Ford Explorer Sport Trac - $21,500
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To say we consider each and

every detail when we give it our
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$ 7,488 $10,888
2002 VW Jetta GLS 2008 Ford Focus
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$ 11,888 $7,888 $12.988

2007 VW Rabbit 2002 Harley Davidson FXDL 2005 Ford Expedition
5-Cyl. all power, roof rack, 55,335 miles. Eddie Bauer, leather, DVD. #88250A
Only 7k miles, perfect condition, won’t last! #99743B.
#99752

$13,888 $ 13,888
2007 Honda Element SC 2006 HONDA Civic Hybrid
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$14,888 $ 14,888 $ 19,888

2006 VW Jetta TDI 2007 Honda Civic Si 2006 VW Touareg
Leather, CD, nice! #10J048A. Only 38k miles, leather, sunroof, has it all!
2.0L/4 cyl VTEC, sunroof, alloys. #9G002B.
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Am I getting the best deal on a used car?

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Auto, V8, all power Convertible 49k miles, leather,
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# P7Z505101 $19,930 #U5U057932 $14,890

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sunroof, loaded with options
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$21,590
#P85128035

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2008 Ford Fusion SE 2006 GMC Envoy SLE
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2009 Ford Focus SEL 2009 Scion XD

2007 Ford Mustang GT 11K miles, leather, sunroof, SYNC, 4K miles, Pioneer CD stereo, power, a lot more!
Low miles, leather, custom wheels, many extras. luxury without the price! #9W235615P. #APA11077A.
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2007 Honda CR-V EX-L 2007 Mercury Milan Premier 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche Z71
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2008 Honda Accord EX-L 2008 Toyota Tundra 2006 Ford F150 Super Crew Lariat 2006 Nissan Armada LE
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2008 Cadillac DTS
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MotorCars

PREMIUM LUXURY AUTOMOBILES

2008 Cadillac Escalade

2007 Ford F250 Superduty Luxury
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$35,881 $41,988

2002 BMW 745Li 2008 Lexus IS F

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2007 Lexus LS460

2006 Lexus GS300 Navi, Clear 3M Bra, Prem Sound
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$21,988 $44,988
2007 Land Rover Range
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