Good eye BeoBenz

For me, I like the flat button look - it reminds me of the steering wheel buttons that are quite flat. I prefer that flush look.

Now the ipad stuck to the dash for me is just such an add on and after thought - much prefer a clean flush inset look.

I find it frustrating that photos depicted on the MBUSA and Canada websites are often out of date or just plain incorrect with disclaimers that even says so.

Is it so much to ask that web photos are current and country relevant?

We shouldn't have to scour dealer websites to see what these cars look like inside and out.

 

It seems like for the 2016 E Class, trunk capacity was reduced from 15.9 cu. ft. to 12.9 cu. ft. - based on the specs on the MBUSA website.

 

The Surround View Camera was only available for 2016 E Class cars built sometime prior to April. We took delivery of a 2016 E350 sedan a few weeks ago, which we had special ordered and it does, indeed, have the Surround View Camera system.

 

Thank you for clarifying.

 

Awaiting e63S (E63W4S) ordered 3/17 and with a sched build date 3rd decade June which will have the surround view (995). Not sure if it is still offered.

 

I saw that too and was wondering about it!

 

I inquired about the trunk capacity change to MBUSA and their response, "new measurement standard, car has not changed since 2014".

 

that w213 interior looks real good!!

 

Totally agree. It is absolutely abysmal! Like a cheap (it ain't!) aftermarket add-on. Completely out of synch with the flow of the interior.

I pray Mercedes comes to its senses by the time I'm ready for another one or I will look elsewhere.

What were they thinking?

 

I have the tablet style screen in my facelift CLS and I like it. First of all it is larger and sits higher, more in the sight line. I must agree that it looks like an afterthought but it is very functional.

 

The general placement of the LCD screen is fine where it is, as it probably lines up well with being able to keep an eye on the road, while being able to glance at the screen. However, they should have re-designed the dashboard frame to allow for the LCD to be better integrated. It wouldn't have been that hard to do and it would have greatly improve the overall interior look. I mean we're not talking about a Toyota Camry or Nissan Sentra here, where something just pasted on is considered OK. MB is supposed to have a much more well-sculpted and refined look that flows well. Just my two cents.

 

Hi Petee1997,

I have no complaint with either the larger size or its location of where MB elected to put the newer style Command screen. They just could have done a much better job of integrating the new LCD screen into the overall front console. See my reply to BenzMan369 for what I mean. Hopefully this current, pasted-on look is only going to be temporary as they transition to a cleaner, better integrated look.

 

Which photo are you referring to...?

 

Is the 2016 E class launched in the USA? When did the model change come out?

I ordered one a few months ago in the UK and they are still selling the 2015 model here.

 

Yes. We ordered a new E350 sedan for my wife and took delivery about six weeks ago.

 

I talked to a MB Sales manager and mechanic and they said the reason for the external dashes is to be able to upgrade the screen down the road WHEN the new screens come out, the cost wont be cheap, but the option is there if you have the money to upgrade the screen, also easier to warranty out if it does go out. When the dash is built in, your stuck with that display screen so MB wanted something that would be "upgradable with the fast, moving advances in technology.

 

Perfect. Can't wait to mount my 17 inch monitor. Take that Tesla!

 

Just picked up my new 2016 E 4matic Sedan - my lease was up on my 2014 E.

Changes i have noticed so far:
-Changed the Comand system to the new system in the C classes. (more complicated and more options)
-you can now flag songs on the radio to alert you when they are playing
-buttons on the radio are flatter as previously mentioned
-Head rests are different - instead of pulling out towards you from the bottom - they now push in from left and right making a cradling U shape

Only issue i am having - the bass from stereo is no where near the quality from my 2014
-not sure if it is the new stereo settings - previously you had treble and bass - now you have treble mids & bass.
-with logic 7 activated now - almost no bass

 

I just picked up a 2016 E550C and quite like the new Command software - icons float and turn like an Apple product.

Ok still not that sophisticated when using NAV but major overall improvement over my 2012.

The flat button look works for me and feels fresher and more up to date.