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mercedes benz e-klasse and predecessors
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Generations
Explore the different generations of this model and discover its evolution over the years. Click to view details and photos!
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced the sixth generation of the E-Class (W214) in the spring of 2023, replacing the W213 lineup after seven years.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced the EQB on its lineup in late 2021 but didn't keep it too long in that shape since, in the summer of 2023, it already refreshed it to match the look of other EQ products made by the German automaker.
Photo and details...Introduction: The three-pointed-star German brand introduced a facelifted version of its respected executive sedan E-Class in 2020, as a measure for the Euro 6d norms, which started in January 2021.
Photo and details...Introduction: The fifth generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class was unveiled in 2016 at the North American International Auto Show. It was a clear departure from the previous design language.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced a long-awaited facelift for the fourth generation of the E-Class in late 2012 for the 2013 model year.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced a new generation of the E-Class in 2009 when the world financial crisis was about to end, and automakers started to see the first rise in their sales numbers.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced a final refresh for the E-Class' second-generation in 2006, mostly upgrading the exterior with some more enhancements in the cabin.
Photo and details...Introduction: The 2011 E-Class was the last to feature round headlights before it switched back to wide, glass-covered, headlamps. It was one of the most appreciated premium, mid-size sedans, from its times.
Photo and details...Introduction: It was the last update for the already aging second-generation E-Class, and the German carmaker drastically improved some of the car's features.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz threw its former design books and started from a blank sheet of paper when it made the W210 E-Class, and the result was polarizing.
Photo and details...Introduction: This was one of the most successful vehicles in Mercedes-Benz's history, with over 2.7-million units produced between 1984 and 1997.
Photo and details...Introduction: The 500 E from Mercedes-Benz was one of the first attempts to tackle the performance luxury sedans. It appeared in 1991 and it was developed and built by Porsche in their factory, in Zuffenhausen and it was continued after 1993, in the E 500 facelift.
Photo and details...Introduction: The 500 E from Mercedes-Benz was one of the first attempts to tackle the performance luxury sedan segment. It appeared in 1991 and it was developed and built by Porsche in its factory, in Zuffenhausen. It was the first 4-door vehicle built in the Porsche factory, long before the Panamera was even on the marketing list.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz had to replace the successful W123 series, and work on the new model started in 1976, the same year its predecessor entered the market.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced the W123 E-Class in 1973, and four years later, the carmaker introduced a long-wheelbase version, the V123.
Photo and details...MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse and predecessors
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced the “Stroke-Acht” (slash-eight) W114/115 sedan lineup in 1968 as a successor to the already old W110 model.
Photo and details...Introduction: Four years after the introduction of the W110 range, Mercedes-Benz made an update for its model, also known as the "Kleine Heckflosse," and the new version stayed on the market for another three years.
Photo and details...Introduction: Mercedes-Benz introduced a seven-seat, long-wheelbase option for the E-Class, designed either for taxi drivers or for executive orders.
Photo and details...Introduction: After ending the production of the 190 lineup, Mercedes-Benz introduced the W110 model in 1961 as its mid-size sedan on the market, also known as the "Heckflosse" (fintail in German).
Photo and details...Introduction: The Type 180 was nicknamed “Ponton” due to its entirely new concept. Unlike its predecessors, it featured a ponton body, which meant that the fenders were integrated into the bodywork.
Photo and details...Introduction: After the war, all of Europe was destroyed and Germany didn't have an industry anymore. Mercedes-Benz gathered its forces and brought back its engineers to the drawing board. They had a country to revive and a company to grow.
Photo and details...Introduction: After WWII, Mercedes-Benz resumed car production with this vehicle, the Typ 170, which was based on the 1936 model year.