All of the models of the E-Class family will in future be fitted with an electromechanical Direct-Steer system as standard. This combines the speed-dependent power assistance of speed-sensitive steering with a variable ratio across the steering angle range. The power steering assistance provided by the rack and pinion steering gear is controlled on-demand and therefore contributes towards efficiency.  

Advantages of the electromechanical Direct-Steer system:  

Four suspensions to choose from 

For the E-Class, Mercedes-Benz is offering four refined suspension configurations:  

On the front axle, the established 3-link front suspension helps to ensure optimum driving dynamics. Both of the links (torque strut and cross strut) in the lower link plane determine the comfortable characteristics of the axle. The third link, the tie rod, forms part of the rack-and-pinion steering system.  

At the rear is the familiar multi-link independent rear suspension, featuring a lightweight design. It provides good wheel control qualities for high levels of comfort and excellent driving dynamics.  

All suspension variants feature impressive sensitivity and ride characteristics and help to ensure a high level of handling safety. 

Excellent braking with ADAPTIVE BRAKE  

The brake system in the E-Class is fitted with the ADAPTIVE BRAKE as standard. Depending on the engine variant, the following braking systems are used on the front axle with internally ventilated brake discs:

On the rear axle, the E-Class is braked by 1-piston floating brake callipers with different sized brake discs. In the case of the V6 and V8 engine variants, the brake discs are internally ventilated.

All of the engines have a foot-operated parking brake with integrated, automatic cable adjustment. The force applied by the driver is distributed to two additional drum brakes on the rear axle via the brake cable in the centre tunnel. Automatic adjustment helps to reduce the servicing costs.