A WorldCarFans has caught the first pictures of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E Class Coupe pretty much uncamouflaged. In particular the taped up AMG logo on the boot suggests that this is actually the AMG version we have in front of us. AMG models are generally characterised by quad exhausts, which is where we get slightly confused: this prototype has twin exhausts, as seen on the previously leaked photos of the E-class sedan.
The E-Class Coupe will debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show as well as the sedan variant, the cabrio. The AMG versions are planned to follow later in the year in Frankfurt.
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While Mercedes had originally intended for the 2010 Mercedes E-class photos to be released in January 2009, an insider has leaked the official press photos on to the internet a couple of weeks early.
Since 1995 the E-class can be recognised by its 4 round front lights. This new model also has 4 lights, though they are slightly more squared. The E-class appears to have taken some design features from the smaller C-class, in particular the sharper lines across the doors. The day-time LED lights are new for Mercedes, as are the blind spot and lane departure warning technologies.
Engines are available in four, six, or eight cylinders - both diesels and petrol versions. There is also a greener version available with the 350 BlueTec diesel, with a the other end of the spectrum the AMG powerhouse generating 600 bhp.
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-class shall be officially revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
Gallery: 2010 Mercedes E-class
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These most recent spy shots indicate that Merc’s new supercar, the Gullwing, is getting ready to enter the showrooms. It’s fairly clear the car is almost production-ready, as this prototype already features the ‘gullwing’ doors.
The engine of the car is still unnamed, but rumour has it that there will be an AMG V8 or even V10 powerhouse.
The car was spotted in Northern Europe, revealing some new aspects on the car. Both the LED lights below the front lights - quite possibly an idea taken from Audi - and the cross-drilled braking discs are new. The car’s general styling is expected to be based on the classic 300SL Gullwing, a real Mercedes-Benz icon..
The car is planned to make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show, and will be available in the showroom shortly after.
Gallery: Mercedes Gullwing
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