Mercedes Outdoes Itself Again With 2017 E-Class's Autonomous Driving Features

The Mercedes E-Class has long been overshadowed by its more advanced model, the S-Class, but you wouldn't know it from looking at the 2017 model. Externally, it is sharper than ever. It's been entirely refurbished with a large exterior body that rivals other Mercedes models. The extended hood and short trunk make for a cleaner, classier version than the compact C-Class, but the 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that can exude over 241 horses ensure that the E-Class doesn't lose any power.  While that is great, that is not the reason everybody in the automotive industry is absolutely gushing about the 2017 E-Class. It's technological features are so advanced that not only does it lead the way for Mercedes innovation, but possibly all luxury vehicles.

The E-Class's ability to integrate the autonomous driving features as well as its safety and infotainment hardware create a sensual design that may be the sleekest currently. It is so revolutionary that it is the first of the German automakers to really integrate the technology seen in their concept cars into the drivable line. The E-Class's autonomous driving feature, Intelligent Drive Driving Assistance, allows the driver semi-automated driving on freeways, highways, and even in city traffic, with autonomous braking where required in hazardous situations and ability to perform evasive maneuvers. The E-Class's goal is to achieve a more comfortable, less stressful driving environment that ensures the greatest safety for all its drivers and passengers.


The E-Class Distance Pilot DISTRONIC function automatically maintains the correct distance to vehicles in front of it.

Mercedes-Benz did an excellent job in promoting safety, but it also did an awesome job in encouraging the leisure side of things. Long road trips that seemed stress filled and mind numbing have now become an after thought. While attention is still required, it is nice to know that you have a second set of eyes guiding you and your passengers on your journey. The best part of the Autonomous Braking system? It can recognize instantaneously if a hazardous situation has arisen, whether it is a vehicle running a red light, a large animal entering the road, or a human crossing the street when they shouldn't.

 

One thing is evident from Mercedes in this new E-Class: they plan to be the head of the pack of the luxury brands when it comes to these new autonomous driving tools.

 

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