Order books open for Mercedes-Benz E-Class plug-in hybrid
Frugal new Mercedes is available as either a saloon or estate and has an all-electric range of up to 34 miles
The new plug-in hybrid version of the Mercedes E-Class has gone on sale, with prices starting at £47,700.
Badged E 300 de, the frugal new hybrid is available as either a saloon or estate.
Both are powered by the same 2.0-litre diesel engine, producing 191bhp and 400Nm of torque. This is linked to a 121bhp electric hybrid module, which emits just 41g/km CO2 combined and can deliver 166.2mpg on the combined cycle.
Mercedes claims that the E 300 de can go from 0-60mph in just 5.7 seconds (5.8 seconds for the estate), before hitting a top speed of 155mph.
Both are capable of running on electric power alone. The saloon can travel up to 34 miles, while the estate has an all-electric range of 32 miles. The pair can be charged from 10 to 100 per cent in under two hours when using a 7.4kW charger.
Even entry-level SE models get a wide variety of standard equipment, with blind spot assist, active park assist with front and rear parking sensors plus 18-inch alloy wheels included as part of the car’s price.
AMG Line vehicles get a full sports body kit with 18-inch twin-spoke alloy wheels, as well as upgraded interior upholstery and an AMG steering wheel.
A Premium Package, available for an additional £2,395, adds Mercedes’ full online infotainment service, as well as wireless phone charging and a full parking assistance suite, which includes a 360-degree camera.
The Mercedes E 300 de is available to order now, and first deliveries are expected in spring 2019.
