Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet road test
Mercedes’ new four-seat open-top is now back as part of the E-Class family rather than the previous CLK that has more in common with the C-Class in looks and drive. Svelte looks are all part of the deal and the new E-Class Cabriolet is also the first four-seat Merc convertible to be offered with a choice of diesel engines as well as some fine petrols. There’s also a very clever new AirCap system to keep wind bluster at bay.
Desirable as the E-Class Cabriolet undoubtedly is, Mercedes’ four-seat drop-tops have not fared as well as those from BMW or Audi in the past. Merc says the predicted used values for this E-Class Cabrio are on a par, but we’ll have to wait and see. In the meantime, running costs for the smaller engined models looks like being very easy on the wallet thanks to economy that ranges from 36.2- to 53.3mpg depending on which model you choose. Even the V6 petrol and diesels return 32.8- and 41.5mpg respectively, though the V8 only manages 25.9mpg. Carbon dioxide emissions are also good for most of the engines, so the E-Class Cabrio will not unduly punish private owners for road tax or business users for Benefit in Kind payments. List prices have been lowered compared to the previous CLK and the new car includes more standard equipment. There are two trim levels, starting with the SE that has 17in alloy wheels, heated front seats, parking assistance, leather seats, Bluetooth connection and the AirCap. The Sport version adds 18in alloy wheels, AMG body styling, sports braking system, sports seats and Mercedes’ Intelligent Lighting System to help see further into corners at night.
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