2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Local Production Begins Ahead of India Launch on October 9
Mercedes-Benz has commenced local production of the 2024 E-Class Long Wheelbase (LWB) in India, ahead of its anticipated launch on October 9. The local assembly has begun at the brand’s Chakan facility in Maharashtra. The new E-Class is making its way to India just over a year after its global launch. Now, in its sixth generation, the Mercedes model was the first offering from the premium German carmaker to be assembled locally in India in 1995. The car gets a newly automated body shop line for the rear floor, incorporating robotics, intelligent automation, and advanced joining technologies for body production. Mercedes-Benz emphasises that this setup is backed by a “robust supply chain” for the E-Class, facilitating its “Make in India” initiatives. This marks a significant step for the company, aiming to cater to the growing demand for premium vehicles in the Indian market. Also Read: Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 Launched at Rs 1.41 Crore in India 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB: Mechanical Details The new E-Class will be offered in two variants: the petrol-powered E 200 and the diesel-powered E 220d. The E 200 is equipped with a 1999cc, four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol M254 engine, generating 201bhp and 320Nm of torque, while the E 220d comes with a 1950cc, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel OM654M engine, producing 194bhp and 440Nm of torque. Both versions feature a 48V mild hybrid system with an integrated starter generator that provides an additional 23bhp and 205Nm for up to 30 seconds. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission. Also Read: Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Cabriolet Review: Perfect Convertible For India? 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB: Exterior and Interior The front of the car stands out with its prominent grille featuring a 3D emblem, flanked by high-performance LED headlights. Along the sides, the design includes new flush door handles and stylish 18-inch wheels. At the rear, the revamped look is highlighted by LED taillights with a three-pointed star motif and a redesigned bumper accented with chrome inlays. The new E-Class will be available in five exterior colors: High Tech Silver, Polar White, Graphite Grey, Nautic Blue, and Obsidian Black. The new E-Class interior boasts a redesigned dashboard, featuring a 14.4-inch central infotainment display alongside a 12.2-inch digital instrument cluster, with an additional 12.3-inch screen exclusively for the front passenger. Key features include a Burmester 4D surround sound system, a selfie camera for capturing photos and videos, a panoramic sunroof, four-zone climate control, and wireless charging pads for both front and rear occupants.
