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2010 Mercedes-Benz E Class - Features Review

MSRP: $48,050 - $85,750 See Local Classifieds
 

The Bottom Line:

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hasn't yet been crash-tested, but it sports the longest safety-feature list of any E-Class to date.
Shopping for a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E Class? MSRP: $48,050 - $85,750

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Safety features abound, with several borrowed from the S-class

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FEATURES | 10 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Jamba Juice boost of 18-inch AMG alloys
Autoblog

sliding glass panorama roof
Jalopnik

excellent sound reproduction
Automobile

An extensive list of standard and optional equipment gives the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe a perfect score for features.

With the E350 Coupe, a base price of $48,925 brings expected features like cruise control, a high-end audio system, and leather seating. It also brings wood trim, power front seats, dual-zone climate control, Sirius Satellite Radio, Bluetooth connectivity, a telescoping steering wheel, and an integrated garage door opener. Jalopnik notes the list also includes “a sliding glass panorama roof, three additional air bags (two pelvic bags and a driver's knee bag), Bluetooth, auto dimming mirrors, and the COMAND user interface.” Options on the six-cylinder Coupe include a Sport package with the Agility Control suspension, keyless starting, LED lighting, heated and ventilated front seats, and bi-xenon headlamps.

The $54,650 Mercedes-Benz E550 Coupe adds to the mix. Autoblog details the upgrades by noting standard gear, such as “the Dynamic Handling suspension (the AirMatic isn't an option on the lighter, sports-centered car) that brings electronically-adjustable shock absorbers, revised throttle response, and 18-inch wheels.” They also refer to the optional Sport package, which “gets the Jamba Juice boost of 18-inch AMG alloys, 235/40 rubber up front, 255/35 doing duty astern, and an AMG steering wheel.” Options for this model include premium leather, heated front seats, rear side airbags, and packages with a voice-controlled navigation system, a rearview camera, a Harman/Kardon audiophile stereo, the Sport package and multi-adjustable front [the rest of the sentence is missing?]

The panoramic sunroof is a favorite of reviewers researched by TheCarConnection.com. “This glass top lifts up and over the glass behind it and comes with a nice, thin sunshade, saving front-seat headroom, although average-size American males will want the driver's seat in its lowest position,” says Motor Trend. Another goodie? “The optional Harman/Kardon stereo plays well with iPods and offers excellent sound reproduction,” Automobile reports.
For pricing information on the E-Class Coupe, please see our review of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Conclusion

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe wants for nothing, with excellent audio systems and other high-end luxury features.

Specs: Select a Trim

2dr (2) MSRP Invoice MPG City MPG Hwy
2dr Coupe 3.5L RWD Specs $48,050 $44,686 17 26
2dr Coupe 5.5L RWD Specs $54,650 $50,824 15 23
4dr (9) MSRP Invoice MPG City MPG Hwy
4dr Sedan Luxury 3.5L RWD Specs $48,600 $45,198 18 26
4dr Sedan Luxury 3.5L 4MATIC Specs $51,100 $47,523 16 24
4dr Sedan Sport 3.5L RWD Specs $48,600 $45,198 18 26
4dr Sedan Sport 3.5L 4MATIC Specs $51,100 $47,523 16 24
4dr Sedan Luxury 5.5L RWD Specs $56,300 $52,359 16 24
4dr Sedan Luxury 5.5L 4MATIC Specs $58,800 $54,684 15 23
4dr Sedan Sport 5.5L RWD Specs $56,300 $52,359 16 24
4dr Sedan Sport 5.5L 4MATIC Specs $58,800 $54,684 15 23
4dr Sedan 6.3L AMG RWD Specs $85,750 $79,748 13 20

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The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class lineup shares close quarters with its German compadres.

The Audi A6 lineup was refreshed for 2009 with direct-injection engines and a new front end, but it's halfway through its life cycle.

Wagon and all-wheel-drive versions are offered-similar to the BMW 5-Series lineup, which also includes the terrifyingly fast M5 sedan to tackle the Audi S6 and the Benz AMG editions.

Infiniti's M sedan is a suave counterpart from Japan, with a choice of six- and eight-cylinder engines, and rear- or all-wheel drive.

The shocking final option? The 2009 Hyundai Genesis, which has a high-$30,000 price tag, a fantastic interior, rear-drive power delivery, and a nearly 400-horsepower V-8.

Once Hyundai adds paddle shifters, sport suspension tuning, and body effects, it'll no doubt win more converts.

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