REVIEW: Cutting-edge assistance systems, a class-leading EV range and a fine interior give the Mercedes E-Class the feel of the larger S-Class. Our full verdict:
With a fully charged battery, the E300e defaults to Electric mode, which is as smooth and quiet as you would expect. With just 154bhp powering over two tonnes of saloon, acceleration isn’t exactly sprightly, but there’s enough punch to deal with rush-hour traffic, and it can even accelerate up to 87mph on battery alone. This makes for a serene experience for passengers, with no engine noise or gearchanges to disturb the ambience.
When the four-cylinder engine does kick in, the transition from electric power to petrol is hard to detect unless you’re giving it a bootful. This smooth handover, combined with well-suppressed wind and road noise, makes the E300e quite relaxing on the motorway.
But on a more positive note, the E-Class handles gamely for such a big car. It may lean a bit in corners, but there is plenty of grip and the steering is precise. Our test car’s rear-wheel steering made it surprisingly nimble on switchback roads, but again, that’s an option that UK buyers will be denied. The only real weakness is a spongy brake pedal that can rob you of confidence on the way into a corner.
Indeed, it certainly feels more wieldy than its predecessor, which is impressive when you consider that this latest-generation car has grown in every direction – an expansion that’s most noticeable when sitting in the rear. Thanks to an additional 2cm having been added to the wheelbase, rear-seat passengers have more room to stretch out on longer journeys.
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