First Look at the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain Wagon

Mercedes-Benz lovers and driving enthusiasts everywhere eagerly await the triumphant return of the E-Class All-Terrain Wagon. After a brief four-year hiatus, the E-Class wagon returns with a complete redesign inside and out. In addition to its sleek style, the new iteration has more power and all-wheel drive (AWD) to deliver thrilling driving dynamics in various road and weather conditions. Insiders agree that the new E-Class wagon blends versatility, luxury, and the latest tech to give you the ultimate driving experience. With the new wagon’s impending release, we decided to explore what we know of its features and capabilities.

Introduction to the 2024 E-Class All-Terrain Wagon

Mercedes-Benz wagon lovers have lamented the loss of the E-Class wagon since 2020. Now, the E-Class wagon comes with AWD and borrows the E-Class sedan’s hybrid powertrain, delivering impressive control and power. Mercedes-Benz spared no expense with the E-Class wagon, which offers supreme luxury and the latest technology to elevate your Hoffman Estates commute. On the outside, the new wagon features a longer, wider stance and design touches that speak to its athleticism, while the rear fascia beautifully highlights the fifth door.

Design and Exterior Features

Early photos of the E-Class wagon reveal fewer SUV-like design cues. Instead, the body evokes images of the wagon’s previous generations. Its cladding enhances the vehicle’s wagon profile and adds a subtle ruggedness without overstating it the way its SUV counterparts do. Nevertheless, the new wagon offers modern elegance with smooth, flowing lines and soft curves. A new grille blends chrome finishes with a new headlight design. The rear features a small roofline spoiler and reshaped taillights with three-pointed illuminating stars.

Interior Luxury and Comfort

Slipping inside the E-Class wagon, you immediately sense the thoughtful design. Luxurious leather seats and soft-touch materials provide the sophisticated comfort you deserve. We anticipate many top-tier features, such as heated, ventilated, and massage-capable seats. The roomy interior takes full advantage of a longer wheelbase than previous models. As a result, you get more passenger and cargo volume. Part of being a wagon is versatility, and the E-Class wagon doesn’t disappoint. The 40/20/40 split-folding rear bench seat offers multiple cargo and passenger configurations. You have 21.7 cubic feet of cargo space with the back seat upright. Folding the back seat flat opens up 64.6 cubic feet of cargo area.

The E-Class wagon modifies the setup of the EQS Hyperscreen for a slightly different Superscreen. Whereas the Hyperscreen setup integrated the instrument cluster into the dashboard and infotainment screen, the E-Class wagon’s Superscreen keeps the instrument cluster behind the steering wheel, separated from the center stack infotainment screen. An optional passenger screen lets your front passenger access infotainment systems to personalize their ride. The E-Class wagon technology package also includes a selfie and video camera. However, for safety reasons, this system only works when the vehicle is stopped.

Keeping with the all-terrain theme, the instrument cluster offers several off-road information displays. You have off-road data points and controls, plus a 360-degree camera view and a transparent hood view to help you avoid obstacles when navigating off the beaten path.

Performance and Off-Road Capabilities

Mercedes-Benz offers one powertrain in the E-Class wagon. Using the E 450 sedan’s 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbocharged engine, the E-Class produces 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. The E-Class powertrain also has a mild hybrid system that utilizes an electric motor to add 23 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque. The result is a powertrain that delivers smooth, responsive power up and down the power band.

An auto-leveling air suspension system comes standard, enabling consistent ground clearance regardless of cargo. Exact clearance figures haven’t been revealed, but Mercedes-Benz claims the wagon will have a higher ride height than its sedan sibling. In addition, the suspension system lowers the vehicle by 0.6 inches when you crest 75 mph, providing better aerodynamics and fuel economy. Of course, this all-terrain wagon has the Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC® AWD system, which automatically toggles between front-wheel drive and AWD, depending on the conditions and your current driving behavior. For instance, on dry pavement, the system sends power to the front wheels only, improving fuel economy as you cruise. As you corner or encounter soft, slippery conditions, the system sends torque to the rear axle to enhance traction and control.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Systems

Every E-Class wagon has a suite of driver-assist technologies designed to elevate your driving experience and keep you safe. These systems use various radar and optical sensors to monitor your E-Class wagon and alert you to potential obstacles. In some situations, the system can intervene with emergency brake support and steering. For example, the automated emergency braking system scans the road ahead. When the system detects a slowing or stopped vehicle, it alerts you. If you react slowly, the system activates emergency braking to help avoid or mitigate a possible collision. An adaptive cruise control system helps keep your E-Class wagon at a preset distance and speed while in traffic. This system automatically slows your vehicle down as the traffic ahead slows, even to a complete stop. When the way forward clears, the system returns you to your presets. You also get various lane-centering technologies and blind-spot monitoring systems that provide confidence in heavy traffic. These systems track your E-Class wagon within marked lanes and provide gentle steering input to keep you centered or avoid collisions with other vehicles when changing lanes.

Explore the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain Wagon Today

We know Illinois wagon enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the E-Class wagon’s arrival this year. The all-new E-Class All-Terrain Wagon has a sleek style, impressive performance, and the must-have technology you crave. We encourage you to check back often for updates as we approach the E-Class wagon’s arrival.

If you prefer, you can ask us to call you when the E-Class wagon arrives in our Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates showroom. Scheduling a call back ensures you’ll be among the first to test-drive this exciting new model. Just leave your contact details, and one of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.