2023 E Class redesign

This story has been updated with additional photos of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate, following recent sightings of camouflaged prototypes.

It might be our idea but it seems that the once-neglected station wagons are slowly getting back in fashion. Mercedes has always been a supporter of this bodystyle, and the next generation of the E-Class is not an exception to the rule. A Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate prototype was caught by our spy photographers, showing that the German brand will keep offering an alternative to the traditional sedan.

Camouflaged prototypes of the E-Class have been spied several times since December 2021, however, this is the first time we come across the estate bodystyle, confirming it will carry on to the next generation. Predictably, the estate will be sharing most of its body panels with the sedan, with the exception of the redesigned tail that will allow for a larger and more practical boot.

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The overall design looks to be an evolution of the outgoing model, even though every single boy panel will be redesigned and the interior will gain a new S-Class-inspired layout with the latest tech. We expect the new E-Class to boast improved aerodynamics, more modern lighting units with full-LED graphics, different styling for the regular and the AMG-branded models, plus cleaner surfacing similar to the recently revealed Mercedes-Benz GLC.

The rear end appears to be more streamlined than before and the taillights are still horizontally arranged, with a portion of them mounted on the large tailgate. The camouflage wrap is hiding the window line of the long-roof body which will most likely continue on the same theme, highlighting the long rear overhang.

The new E-Class will sit on an upgraded version of the current model’s platform, since it is expected to be the last ICE-powered Mercedes before the EV-only era arises. Most, if not all, powertrain options will have some sort of electrified assistance in order to meet the strict Euro 7 regulations, including mild-hybrids and plug-in hybrids. Unlike the C-Class which went four-cylinder-only in the last generation, the larger E-Class will get to keep inline-six engine options in the lineup. As for the performance-focused AMG variants, we expect the 53e and 63e to use plug-in hybrid setups with more grunt than the outgoing V8-powered E63 S.

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate is set to debut in 2023, alongside the sedan. Interestingly, its main rival – the BMW 5-Series Touring – is also getting a new generation around the same time. It is not clear if Mercedes will keep making the jacked-up E-Class All-Terrain, but the Coupe and Cabriolet models will be discontinued, in favor of the CLE.

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This article includes speculative illustrations for the future Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan and Estate, created by Jean Francois Hubert/SB-Medien for CarScoops that are neither related to nor endorsed by Mercedes.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has always been one of the most important players in the premium midsize segment. Thus, despite launching the similarly-sized by fully electric EQE, it will present another generation of the regular E-Class before the forthcoming ICE ban. The new generation is expected to debut in 2023 so we gathered all the information we have about it together with a set of exclusive renderings depicting how it could look in both sedan and estate form.

Familiar But Streamlined Looks

The E-Class made its spy debut in December showing an evolutionary styling approach and will retain similar proportions with a more aerodynamic silhouette. The full-LED headlights will be slimmer with a more elongated shape. The grille won’t be getting the full Panamericana treatment for a more balanced look between sportiness and elegance, combined with modern intakes on the front bumper.

The profile will feature a similar windowline to the current model, but it will incorporate a cleaner look in terms of character lines and surfacing, following the latest evolution of Mercedes’s design language. The latter has been hinted at by the uncamouflaged prototype of the upcoming GLC, with a similar treatment expected from the entire non-EQ range.

At the back we expect a more heavily tapered rear deck with an integrated discreet ducktail spoiler on the trunk and horizontally arranged LED taillights inspired by the larger S-Class. Following the tradition, the Estate bodystyle will add more practicality into the mix thanks to the redesigned roofline allowing for a larger boot. At the same time, Mercedes has proven that station wagons don’t have to look dull, and while the E-Class Estate won’t look as sexy as the smaller CLA Shooting Break, it will still be quite appealing from the back.

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Unlike its predecessor which was also available in two-door coupe and cabriolet bodystyles, the new generation E-Class will be limited to the four-door sedan and five-door estate. The new CLE will serve as an indirect replacement for the coupes and cabriolets of both the E-Class and the C-Class, simplifying the Mercedes range.

As always, the AMG Line and full-blown AMG versions of the E-Class will feature a more aggressive bodykit and larger diameter wheels to differentiate from the regular versions. Indeed, our spy photographers recently caught a prototype of the performance-focused E53e flaunting beefier brakes and quad tailpipes.

Tech-Filled Cabin With S-Class Cues

The S-Class flagship unveiled in September 2020 set the tone for the entire ICE-powered range of Mercedes-Benz with its interior design featuring a new screen layout. The new C-Class and the SL have already gotten the new interior style with the addition of an inclined center console, but the current E-Class that was facelifted in 2020 hasn’t gotten it yet.

This is going to change with the new generation in 2023, which will inherit the free-floating 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and the large OLED touchscreen (between 11.9 and 12.8 inches) taking up the entire center console, a sportier and classier three-spoke steering wheel, slimmer climate vents, and even more premium materials with the traditional Mercedes-Benz fit and finish. Equipment will include Mercedes’ entire ADAS suite offering semi-autonomous driving capabilities, and high-tech features like the sophisticated heads-up display and the latest version of the MBUX infotainment.

Electrified Engine Range

The new-generation E-Class is expected to ride on a heavily updated version of the current model’s platform. This is a wise choice from Mercedes since there is no point in funding the development of a new non-EV architecture less than a decade before the forthcoming ICE ban. However, this doesn’t mean that the new E-Class won’t offer class-leading comfort and refinement benefiting from a new chassis setup.

See Also: 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLE: Everything We Know About The “One Size Fits All” Coupe And Cabriolet

In terms of engine options, the emphasis will be put on electrification, helping Mercedes comply with the upcoming Euro 7 standards. We expect all engines to have some sort of electrical assistance, from the mild-hybrid four- and six-cylinders, to the plug-in hybrid variants. The latest reports are talking about a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 255 hp (190 kW / 258 PS), a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six producing 429 hp (320 kW / 435 PS), and more than one PHEV options. The latter will most likely include the 53e and 63e AMG variants with combined power outputs exceeding the levels of their ICE-only predecessors.

The debut of the last ICE-powered Mercedes-Benz E-Class in 2023 will likely coincide with the new generation BMW 5-Series, which is its strongest rival. Audi is also preparing to launch a facelifted A6, while other automakers have already retracted or are planning to leave the segment in favor of SUVs. This allows Mercedes to grasp a bigger portion of the pie, benefiting from its long tradition and the loyalty factor of its customer base.

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