Posted on Thursday 8 May 2008
Mercedes’ next-generation E-class has again been spotted in testing and this time we have the most revealing shots of the car yet. The depicted model is in fact the high-performance AMG E63, given away by the exposed rear bumper with quad tailpipes and pizza tray sized perforated brake discs with oversized calipers.
Just as Mercedes did with the recently revealed SL facelift range, the new AMG version of the E-Class should be launched alongside the regular sedan at next year’s Geneva Motor Show in March. Despite current concerns about global warming and a possible end to the horsepower war between Germany’s in-house tuners, the new E63 will continue with the potent hand-built 6.2L V8, although the rest of the car’s mechanical package is expected to have been given a major makeover.
Variations of the engine will develop upwards of 670hp in cars like the SL63 Black Series and SLC supercar but for the new E63 power levels will likely be restricted to around 550hp to keep it in line with rivals such as the 580hp Audi RS6. Engineers will be focusing more on improve handling and chassis strength, borrowing a number of features from the new C63 AMG.
The new E63 is tipped to receive a widened front track and unique steering ratio compared to the regular E-Class as well as a MacPherson strut and multi-link active suspension. The car will also be distinguished from its more regular stablemates by aggressive front and rear bumpers, forged alloy wheels and a set of sporty side sills.
2009 Mercedes E-class renderings
it looks better than the current one to me….but for sum reason i like the audi a6 and bmw 5 series more…
I think the styling is very sad
Its a shame that marcedes has started designing cars that look like Lexuses when barely 10years ago it was the other way around. I love the new S-class and C-class. They epitomize Mercedes in every way. This E-class, however, may as well have a Lexus badge on the front. Don’t get me wrong, as a machine, it WILL be a masterpiece and a leader in its class………… but thats all…………..