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2011 Mercedes Benz E500

The 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 delivers the same level of stylish design and brand-exclusive technology found on the E-Class sedan in a highly practical and even more versatile package. The standard specification list for The 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 reads like a list of automotive technology milestones, including electronic braking, adaptive front air bags, two-stage belt force limiters, curtain air bags, an a load-adaptive self-leveling rear suspension.

Optional equipment for the new wagon includes high-tech systems such as Airmatic DC air suspension, a DVD navigation system, four-zone climate control and dynamic multi-contour seats which automatically pump up the outside seat bolster during cornering to help keep the occupant in place as well as the latest innovation from Mercedes engineers — the new Easy-Pack cargo system.

The Easy-Pack system in The 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 answer to intelligent load compartment management. The system includes a split-folding rear bench seat that can be folded completely forward in just a few simple steps, creating a large, flat loading surface in the rear. The increased cargo capacity of the new model can be made more accessible with an optional, hydraulically controlled loading floor that, at the push of a button, moves towards the rear of the vehicle, making it easier to load and unload heavy objects. Capitalizing on the idea of intelligent practicality, The new 2011 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 offers a generous amount of flexible space that can easily cope with a wide variety of transport needs, making it the ideal partner for work, travel, recreation and shopping. The prior-generation 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 sparked a design trend with its distinctive elliptical headlights, and the new car features an even sleeker interpretation. The oval headlights are tilted back even more sharply, and the entire car exudes a fresh, sporty design theme. The basic body packaging of The 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 was already highly efficient, comfortable and roomy, and so the new-generation model grows only slightly in some dimensions. While track width has remained unchanged, the wider wheelbase of the new model further increases stability and enhances driving dynamics. The 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 will be offered with the same 4MATIC all-wheel-drive capability launched on the 2003 S-Class and C-Class line. Mercedes’ 4MATIC is a full-time all-wheel-drive system that uses a 35/65 front/rear torque split and requires no driver intervention. Advanced four-wheel electronic traction control is used to vary torque distribution to individual wheels under slippery conditions. Even if three wheels lose traction, 4MATIC can direct power to just one wheel, front or back, left or right, to keep the car moving. The system is lightweight (under 200 pounds) and compact, so passenger and cargo spaces are not affected. For the first time ever, a sport version of The 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 will be available in the US. The optional Sport Package for 2011 Mercedes Benz E500 lends a bolder appearance with sport body styling, 17-inch sport wheels, bi-xenon headlights with headlamp washers, blue tinted glass, and LED brake lights. The driver can control radio, CD, cassette and phone functions with voice commands when the optional cell phone with voice control is ordered. The standard high-performance 10-speaker audio system adds surround sound, and the optional Harman Kardon Logic 7 audio system takes audio performance to an even higher level with seven-channel surround sound, concert-quality output and 12 high-end speakers.