I came across this article that talks about the different options available on the new E320 (European Version). Do anyone know if these option are available to the U.S. model? (Especially the DVD player for the nav and the LINGUATRONIC features?)

Rod

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At A Glance
E500 Technological Options (European models)


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

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; in conjunction with panoramic sliding sunroof

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

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

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

DISTRONIC: Intelligent cruise control keeps the sedan at the right distanceDynamic multicontour seat: The backrest contours automatically adapt to the driving situation.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

KEYLESS-GO: The doors and boot lid may be opened without the use of a key. 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. LINGUATRONIC: The radio, CD player, telephone and now also the navigation system can be voice-controlled. optional with Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS, Panoramic sliding sunroof: The glass roof extends from the windscreen to the rear end.

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.

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

Split-fold Rear Seat: A 1:2 split rear bench in which the head restraints automatically fold backwards, and then swing forwards together with the backrest to nestle in a supported position in the specially contoured base of the seat cushion.

TELEAID: An SOS message is automatically sent and relayed to a service center in the event of an accident; 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. TELEAID is a technical requirement

Tire pressure monitoring: The air pressure of the tires is automatically monitored.