I’ll go out on a limb here and say it: The Mercedes Benz E-Class wagon might well be the classiest station wagon on the road. The final member of the German brand’s new E-Class lineup, it’s joined existing coupe, sedan and convertible models with an eye for premium family-ready flexibility, cargo space and comfort.
Today, those pesky ‘do-it-all’ crossover SUV’s your neighbours all drive are making the once-popular family wagon somewhat obsolete—but the E-Class wagon has been a staple Mercedes product for years, and it’s never looked this classy.
Rolling on eighteens and adorned with detailed, elegant and majestic lines, it leaves turned heads and pointed fingers in its wake. It’s likely to make Heidi Klum think you’re handsome, too.
Classy cabin
On board, the E350 Wagon’s cabin backs up the tasteful sophistication implied by its body. The steering wheel and seats are heated and leather trimmed, wood and chrome accent the dash and doors in ‘just right’ amounts, and controls and switches are largely more classic than overstyled and high-tech. Everything on board feels solid, substantial and robust-- right down to the air vents.
It’s a simple and understated atmosphere with a whiff of technology and dynamism—but relaxing first and foremost. In typical Mercedes Benz fashion, it all combines for a character that’s very upscale and posh without making a big scene about it.
Road trip, anyone?
Don’t miss the full driver computer console in the cluster, or the slick, if not slightly complicated infotainment system. Functionally speaking, there’s adequate room for four or five adults, and no issues to note with head or legroom. Loading this machine up with your four favourite people and heading out for a weekend away is a cinch.
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| Rolling on eighteens and adorned with detailed, elegant and majestic lines, it leaves turned heads and pointed fingers in its wake. (Photo: Chris Koski) |
Today, those pesky ‘do-it-all’ crossover SUV’s your neighbours all drive are making the once-popular family wagon somewhat obsolete—but the E-Class wagon has been a staple Mercedes product for years, and it’s never looked this classy.
Rolling on eighteens and adorned with detailed, elegant and majestic lines, it leaves turned heads and pointed fingers in its wake. It’s likely to make Heidi Klum think you’re handsome, too.
Classy cabin
On board, the E350 Wagon’s cabin backs up the tasteful sophistication implied by its body. The steering wheel and seats are heated and leather trimmed, wood and chrome accent the dash and doors in ‘just right’ amounts, and controls and switches are largely more classic than overstyled and high-tech. Everything on board feels solid, substantial and robust-- right down to the air vents.
It’s a simple and understated atmosphere with a whiff of technology and dynamism—but relaxing first and foremost. In typical Mercedes Benz fashion, it all combines for a character that’s very upscale and posh without making a big scene about it.
Road trip, anyone?
Don’t miss the full driver computer console in the cluster, or the slick, if not slightly complicated infotainment system. Functionally speaking, there’s adequate room for four or five adults, and no issues to note with head or legroom. Loading this machine up with your four favourite people and heading out for a weekend away is a cinch.
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| The wood and chrome accent the dash and doors in ‘just right’ amounts, and controls and switches are largely more classic than overstyled and high-tech. (Photo: Chris Koski) |