Mercedes-Benz Gives Early Look at Next E-Class

From Car and Driver

• Mercedes-Benz's facelifted E-class sedan will get new 48-volt hybrid engines.

• There will be several plug-in-hybrid variants.

• Biggest change is the switch to the new MBUX infotainment.

The finished car won't be on display until the Geneva auto show in March, but Mercedes-Benz has released these pictures of disguised versions of the facelifted E-class, as well as giving details of new features and powertrains.

The W213-generation E-class was launched in 2016, so it is right on schedule for a mid-life update. In addition to the usual modest visual makeover—we're denied much of an impression from the camo-clad prototype cars—we're also told to expect a battery of new active-safety systems and a switch to Mercedes's latest user interface system, MBUX.