This 10th generation E-Class debuted for the 2017 model year at which point I tested the entry-level E300 and was most impressed with its semi-autonomous driving capabilities, beautiful styling and modern luxury. Four years later and the E-Class ratchets up the cabin tech, tweaks the exterior styling and introduces a new electrified powertrain to this step-up E450 model. 4Matic all-wheel drive is standard and of course, there are all sorts …
The basics are this: replacing the previous 5.5-liter V8 and 7-speed auto is an electrically boosted, twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 generating 603 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque. A new 48-volt electrical system can provide additional juice through a motor integrated between the engine and the transmission in what Mercedes refers to as EQ boost; a mild-hybrid technology. The 9-speed twin-clutch gearbox routes power through a fully variable all-wheel drive system …
Mercedes has just added their 3rd 3-row-capable SUV and it’s their smallest. Slotted between the entry-level GLA and compact-sized GLC is the all-new 2020 GLB. Competing with the likes of the BMW X1, Range Rover Discovery Sport and VW Tiguan, Mercedes now has their right-sized SUV. And it’s priced right, too. Starting at $37,595 including destination, the GLB is going to garner a lot of attention from those who may …