A Light show to say hello? : Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe

Updated Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe launched

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe has recently been launched and aside from looking a bit like a Renault Laguna Coupe from the rear, it promises to be quite the vehicle. Big news is that it “Welcomes you” and “says goodbye” by using both the headlights and taillights to perform a bit of a show. You can see that here.

Based on the tech-laden Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan, the Coupe promises to be just as advanced and connected, all while offering a slightly sportier and dynamic drive.

Merged under a single lens, the two optional 12.3-inch displays give a widescreen effect and relay all relevant information to the driver, including infotainment and the instrument-cluster within the driver’s field of vision. Should this option not be selected, a more conventional system of dials and an infotainment screen is fitted. Along with the air-conditioning vents, reminiscent of turbines, the interior also features an advanced ambient lighting system with 64 available colours, and of course the highest quality materials. Strangely, the designers have opted to carry over the awkward, miniature C-pillar as seen on the previous generation E-Class Coupe, an interesting design cue…

The engine lineup consists of two 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol motors (135 kW/300 N.m and 180 kW/370 N.m) a 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol V6 (245 kW/480 N.m) and a 2.0-litre turbo diesel motor (143 kW/ 400 N.m) with model designations being E200, E300, E400 and E220d respectively.

The standard suspension system is 15mm lower than that of the E-Class Coupe which translate to a more dynamic drive. Alternatively, both Dynamic Select and Air Body Control multi chamber suspension systems are optionally available. Both Avantgarde and AMG Line trims can be had with the E-Class coupe, each offering something different to the discerning Mercedes-Benz customer.

As with all tech-laden cars these days, you can integrate your smartphone into the infotainment system, as well as let the car park itself and also drive itself (sort of) with Mercedes-Benz’s semi-autonomous driving system or Drive Pilot, which is able to follow another vehicle up to 210 km/h.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe pricing in South Africa

The E-Class Coupe is on sale in South Africa, all models coming standard with a 6 year/100 000km maintenance plan. Pricing is as follows:

E200 – R754 500

E220d – R806 500

E300 – R842 500

E400 – R1 021 500