2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: The complete family

Everyone knew Mercedes-Benz would unveil the world premiere of its 2013 E-Class Sedan and Wagon lineup at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Today however, we learn the German carbuilder will also show the all new 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet models in Detroit.

Like the new Sedans and Wagons, they inherit a more dynamic front end comprised of:

• A front air dam with larger air intakes on each side;
• In some versions, a classic grille with the three-pointed star mounted on the hood;
• The C-Class grille with the three-pointed star dead centre;
• Elongated monoblock headlamp housing.

At the rear, the new tail lamps stretch to each side.

Inside, the dashboard sports new air vents and a revised centre console.

European markets receive new four-cylinder gasoline engines all part of the new BlueDIRECT family.

As for the E-Class powertrains used in North America, the Detroit International Auto Show will provide that answer.

The optional Intelligent Drive technology includes:

• A frontal collision alert system;
• A lane change alerter;
• Anti-dazzle high beams;
• A pedestrian safety protection system.