2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

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The very attractive and emotionally charged Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is the latest addition to the successful line-up E Class. The two-door convertible, which goes on sale on 11 January 2010, features a classic soft top, which for a stylistically pure convertible feeling. Viewed from the side, the new model is an interesting proposal - with its clear proportions and a sleek silhouette cabriolet.

New features include:
The draft AirCap ® automatic shutdown: always on board and easily controlled with the push of a button, the turbulence is significantly reduced for all four-seat occupants
The time AIRSCARF ® neck level heating system
The acoustic soft top fitted as standard

The fabric roof can be opened and closed fully automatically in 20 seconds - even when driving at speeds up to 40 km / h. The convertible top is stowed in a special compartment behind the rear panel. A retractable roof light separates the upper compartment of the boot area, but must be closed to close the hood. If the roof is being closed, the lid can slide backwards, in which case the boot capacity increases by 90 liters to 390 liters. Through the upload feature is included as standard for the new Cabriolet, as it is easy-entry - an entry in the help manual and exit for rear passengers.

The engines for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet are equally innovative: The new direct-injection diesel and petrol models combine efficiency with effort, higher power delivery. The exemplary low fuel consumption has not only been achieved due to new engines, but also with a series of practical measures. These include on-demand activation of the direction and fuel pumps, the use of tires with low rolling resistance and an alternator control system that takes into account the driving situation and needs power the vehicle, plus a crucial factor for optimum aerodynamics. The figure of 0.28 CD Cabriolet is the best in its class, marks the continuation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class success story in the field of aerodynamics.

AirCap ® consists of two components: a wind deflector which can be extended by about six inches with a net under the windshield and a draft stop between the rear seats.

The functions of the two components:
Rising above the free movement inside
Net in the front increases the pressure inside basic
Draft on the rear window reduces the return flow

And to increase occupant comfort and well-being, reduced draft when AirCap ® is active (can be activated at speeds up to 160 km / h, and remained in use until the maximum speed of the vehicle) level is reduced noise inside - so that passengers in all seats is much easier to communicate.

The package includes Cabriolet with AIRSCARF AirCap ® Comfort ®. This patented system works as an invisible scarf that warms the occupants head and neck. AIRSCARF ® is integrated into the front seat backs and provides warm air through outlets in the headrests.

Mercedes engineers have modified this unique innovation especially for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet: In this model, an adjustment wheel pivots out of the nozzle up and down a total of 36 degrees above the head restraint height adjustment, which means that the driver and front passenger can enjoy the unique neck-level heating matter how high or low they are.

Quiet, warm, wind resistant: acoustic soft top fitted as standard

With its soft acoustic ceiling, fitted as standard, including the closed Mercedes Benz E-Class Cabriolet is one of the quietest interiors in the segment of premium four-seat convertible with a canvas roof. The exceptionally high quality soft roof insulation causes a clearly visible reduction in interior noise levels compared to conventional tissue paperback. External noise caused by other traffic and wind noise, therefore absorbs more effectively. Along the way, the difference is audible speed of only 80 km / h, for example, when driving through a tunnel or overtake a convoy of trucks. At higher speeds, the benefits of acoustic hood are even more tangible. For example, you may have a perfectly normal telephone conversation in handsfree mode, even when traveling at speeds over 200 km / h.

The soft top, of course, waterproof and windproof. Besides it can be subjected to automatic car wash without any hesitation. With a total thickness of 23.5 mm, the soft fabric top provides excellent thermal insulation, which means that the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is also ideal for use in winter.

Safety: sturdy, advance and protect windowbags

The new Cabriolet offers the wealth of safety innovations that could be expected of a Mercedes model. Highlights of the two-door convertible model include rollover protection, the A-pillars reinforced by two additional tubes and the plug-in B-pillars. This new model is also the first to feature Mercedes convertible headbags.

The vote on the protection consists of two solid rods, each with a diameter of 35 mm, which are housed in the rear headrests in the modules behind the rear seat backs. A sensor detects the inclination of the cone of imminent danger to the occupants of extreme movements based on the drag or acceleration caused by the impact. If this sensor sends a signal corresponding pre-stressed pressure springs are activated by pyrotechnic means, ie, very quickly.

Consequently, both extending the roll-bar in the rear headrests. Reaching its highest point and is automatically locked in a split second. Combined with robust A-pillars, each of which is reinforced with two steel pipes of high strength steel bars provide roll very effective in protection.

The plug-in B-pillars are extremely robust online while participating in the side skirts, providing highly effective protection in the event of an accident. A shoe made of ultra-high strength steel braces inside the B-pillar against the crossbar in the back seat.

With seven airbags, belt tensioners and force limiters belts on all seats, let alone shock response headrests for driver and front passenger, the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet offers the most comprehensive package of safety equipment in this vehicle category. The air bags that can deploy in milliseconds in case of accident, are the front and side airbags for driver and front passenger, a driver side kneebag and headbags. The latter, shown in an open Mercedes for the first time, is in the door panels in the area of waist line. It covers a wide area - around 0.7 x 0.5 meters with a volume of 17 liters when deployed - the air bags provide a very effective protection for occupants of large and small in the case of an accident. The three-hand side of protecting the system - which includes headbag and thoraxbag - optimizes the level of protection of various body parts. Rear side are available as options.

Also exemplary safety equipment for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet includes attention ASSIST drowsiness detection, PRE-SAFE ® occupant protection in advance, sophisticated intelligent light system, hood and active control Distronic Plus proximity.