What's The Best Place For Your Teen To Learn How...

Preview: Long-wheelbase Mercedes Benz E-Class

 
2 6,463 views Mar 4, 2009

2010 mercedes benz e class 021

Mercedes Benz is expected to launch both a long-wheelbase version of the E-Class as well as a full stretch limousine

Mercedes Benz is expected to launch both a long-wheelbase version of the E-Class as well as a full stretch limousine

Enlarge Photo
The all-new 2010 E-Class was revealed just over a month ago at the Detroit Auto Show, bearing a brand-new face and an updated platform, but there are several other variants still in the works such as the long-wheelbase (LWB) version due at the end of the year. LWB models are increasingly becoming popular in emerging markets such as China where it’s not uncommon for regular models like the E-Class to be available in stretched form.

This computer generated rendering gives us a preview of the LWB E-Class, revealing that the car will essentially be the same as the standard sedan but with stretched rear doors. The extra length will provide additional legroom for rear-seat passengers, mostly chauffeur driven executives.

Expect engine options to mirror those found in the standard sedan except for the high-performance 6.2L V8 from the E63. This means the engine lineup should comprise four, six and eight-cylinder units with outputs from 134hp (100kW) to 350hp (260kW) – the top end model being the E500/550.

A V6 petrol-electric hybrid powertrain similar to the one featured in the S400 hybrid could also be employed, though that system isn't due to hit the E-Class until after 2010. Mercedes Benz is also working on an extra-long limousine, which was spied recently testing in prototype form. This car is expected to join the LWB version towards the end of the year as well.
2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class
Spy shots: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Limousine
2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class LWB preview

HI-RES GALLERY: 2010 mercedes benz e class 021

HI-RES GALLERY: mercedes benz eclass limo spy shots 004

HI-RES GALLERY: 2010 mercedes benz e class lwb preview rendering 002




Posted in:
 
Contribute
Send us a tip Comment Contact the editor
Follow Us

 

Have an opinion?Join the conversation!

  • Posting indicates you have read this site's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
  • Notify me when there are more comments
Comments (2)

  1. ma_CarMaster09 avatar CarMaster09 Posted: 2/11/2009 10:56am PST

    This sedan is nothing like the old e-class sedan. This car looks great that i might even consider buying this or the new upcoming 5 series, which also looks great as this one. it looks like its going to be hard when it comes to choosing one of the two
     
    Post Reply
    Vote
    Bad stuff?

  2. ma_justinhk2000 avatar justinhk2000 Posted: 3/4/2009 2:23pm PST

    I want to spread my opinion about the new design approach of BMW, feel free to correct, agree, or criticize me but this is my opinion,
    I can't stand the new flared nostrils of the kidniey grilles. I cannot even start of how ugly the kidney grilles look on the 7 series, they're way too upright and way too big. I can't even compare to anything, they're hideous. I also have to whine about the rear end, the lights are very explosive, they're too much to look at, I wish they were more mature and more aggressive. The rear seems like it's happy.
     
    Post Reply
    Vote
    Bad stuff?

 

Have an opinion?Join the conversation!

Connect with Facebook

Motor Authority. Now with your friends.

Discover stories your friends read.
Share stories more easily.
You control what you share.
Learn more

Research New Cars

Go!


More from High Gear Media

 
 
MotorAuthority
  • Follow Us
  • Twiiter
  • Facebook
 
 
© 2011 MotorAuthority. All Rights Reserved. MotorAuthority is published by High Gear Media. Stock photography by Homestar, LLC. Send us feedback.