2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class coupe

Designed as a replacement for the CLK-Class, the 2010 E-Class coupe is a sportier version of the new E-Class sedan. It will feature the same engine choices--a V6 producing 268-hp (E350) or a V8 producing 382-hp (E550). Both engines are mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission and configured as rear-wheel drive. Fuel economy estimates are not yet available.

The design is a classic coupe profile that features fully retractable side windows. Mercedes claims this new coupe will be the most aerodynamic production vehicle in the world with a drag coefficient of 0.24 (the sedan is 0.26). This beats Toyota’s claims for the 2010 Toyota Prius at a drag value of 0.25.

A number of safety and technology advances will be available including an active suspension with adaptive shock absorbers, drowsiness detection, and adaptive high beam assist.

More details on the U.S. model will be revealed at the New York Auto Show in April. It will hit dealerships in June 2009. The E-Class convertible is expected to arrive in the U.S. in early 2010.

--Liza Barth

Comments

[david]

Is this base on the e-class platform or the c-class platform (clk was on the c-class platform at e-class price)?