jco-amg

Here it is:


Link to MB Press Release

JamE55

The front looks kind of weird?? I guess i just have to see it in person to really judge it.

BigBadDad

I'm not seeing it. Is the link dead right now?

-John

JamE55

Saw the link myself earlier but not it's not linking. I think the pic is still protected under the MB site??

Hold on looks like it's working now...

TLWiz

There is a ton of info (many pages) from MB about the new car & model choices. Sounds absolutely phenominal! I look forward to a brochure, and a test drive!

Ventilated seats and a panoramic glass moonroof have got to be some of the best features I am looking forward to.

BigBadDad

Looks good. I love the front end and interior styling. Sounds like comand wil (finally) be DVD based. Maybe some cool in car video entertainment options will be available.

I'm interested to see what features will make it into the new CLK.

-John

nabzy

Technical innovations standard/optional

Active seat ventilation: Mini-ventilators allow air to flow through the seat interior. optional in conjunction with leather upholstery

Adaptive accelerator pedal: The engine characteristics are adapted to the personal driving style. standard in all petrol
models

Adaptive front airbags with two-stage gas generators: Driver and front passenger airbags inflate according to accident severity. standard

Air control system: A microprocessor closes the lower air intake depending on the driving situation, improving the Cdvalue. standard in models E 240 and E 320

AIRMATIC DC: The enhanced air suspension now adjusts the springing and damping according to the driving situation. optional/standard in the E 500

Auxiliary ventilation: Solar cells in the roof supply the power to drive the ventilation fan of the automatic climate control system, cooling the interior when the saloon is parked. optional in conjunction with panoramic sliding sunroof

Belt force limiters: During a crash this system reduces the forces exerted on the occupants by the seat belts. For the first time belt force limiters with adaptive control are fitted for front seat occupants. standard, on the outer seats in the rear

Belt tensioners: Any slack in the seat belt is instantly taken up during a crash. standard, on the outer seats in the rear

Bi-xenon headlamps: Powerful gas discharge lamps for dipped and high beam improve safety at night. optional/standard for AVANTGARDE

"Bluetoooth" telephone: Fixed telephone installation allows cable-free telephoning in the interior of the new E-Class. optional

Child seat recognition: A transponder system automatically detects whether a rear-facing child seat is installed, in which case it deactivates the front passenger airbag. standard

COMAND APS: The system integrates radio, DVD player, TV unit, navigation system and telephone operation. optional

Crash boxes: Energy-absorbing elements in the front end can be inexpensively replaced after a minor collision. standard

DISTRONIC: Intelligent cruise control keeps the E-Class at the right distance and eases the driver's workload. optional

Dynamic multicontour seat: The backrest contours automatically adapt to the driving situation. optional

Easy Entry: When getting out, the steering wheel automatically moves upwards and the seat moves to the rear to allow the driver more freedom of movement. optional

E-mail: E-mails appear on the Audio 50 APS and COMAND APS display if a telephone is installed. optional

ESP®: This dynamic safety system reduces the risk of skidding. standard

Four-link front suspension: A new design improves wheel location, comfort, directional stability and steering precision. standard

Four-zone THERMOTRONIC: This newly developed system enables the temperature and airflow to be individually controlled for each of the four seats. optional

Headlamp Assist: A sensor on the windscreen detects when darkness falls and automatically switches the vehicle lights on. standard

Heated steering wheel: Heating wires warm the rim of the steering wheel. optional

Heater booster: An electric heater booster ensures a comfortable temperature. standard in the CDI models

HP bulbs: New "High Performance" bulbs last the entire life of the vehicle. standard

Infra-red reflection: The windows reflect the infra-red component in sunlight, thereby improving climatic comfort. optional

Integral child seats: The child booster seats emerge from the rear seat unit at the touch of a button. optional

KEYLESS-GO: The doors and boot lid may be opened without the use of a key. optional

Key-operated memory function: The seat and mirror positions as well as the settings for four-zone THERMOTRONIC are stored in the microchip of the electronic ignition key. optional

Lightweight construction: The bonnet, front wings, boot lid, front-end/rear-end modules and parcel shelf are of aluminium. standard

LINGUATRONIC: The radio, CD player, telephone and now also the navigation system can be voice-controlled. optional with Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS

Multifunction steering wheel: The radio, telephone, navigation system and other units can be operated from the steering wheel. standard

Panoramic sliding sunroof: The glass roof extends from the windscreen to the rear end. optional

Rain sensor: The windscreen wiper is now variably controlled according to rain intensity. standard

Sensotronic Brake Control: This electrohydraulic system improves safety when braking in an emergency. standard

Short Message Service: SMS messages are shown on the display of the Audio 50 APS unit and COMAND system if a telephone/mobile phone is connected. optional

Sidebags: Air cushions along the sides reduce the risk of injury during a lateral impact. standard for driver's and front passenger seats

Sound system: A new multi-channel system provides surround-sound on every seat. optional with Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS

TELEAID: An SOS message is automatically sent and relayed to a service centre in the event of an accident. optional in conjunction with fixed telephone installation

TELEDIAGNOSIS: Important data for breakdown assistance are relayed to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at the touch of a button. optional
(TELEAID is a technical requirement)

THERMATIC automatic climate control: The system operates with a humidity sensor and infinitely variable compressor. standard

Tunnel closing: Pressing the air recirculation button closes all open windows and the sliding sunroof when entering a tunnel or underground car park. standard

Tyre pressure monitoring: The air pressure of the tyres is automatically monitored. optional

Underbody panelling: Large plastic panels replace the previous, environmentally questionable PVC anti-corrosion protection. standard

Upfront sensors:
Crash sensors in the front end enable the restraint systems to be activated as the situation requires.
standard

Weight classification: A measuring membrane in the seat registers the weight of the front passenger and uses these data to activate the airbag according to the relevant crash situation. standard

Windowbags: The large air cushion extends from the A-pillar to the C-pillar like a curtain during a crash, reducing the risk of head injuries. standard

Proto

New E photo gallery:

http://www.jes-mercedes.de/indexie.htm

(click on 15.01.2002 Zur E-Klasse (W211) Photogalerie)

Nice

Blue Benz

Very nice.