2007 E Class (Bluetec) CDI

[jas1185]

Hi,
Does anybody have further details about the upcoming 2007 E Class. Specifically, I'm interested in the new Bluetec Diesel.

1. Will the new 7 speed transimssion be offered? (5 speed in 2006 on the E320 CDI)
2. Availability of 4matic? The CDIs in Europe are available with 4matic, will the US market get this choice?
3. So I'm sure you've seen the new pictures of the restyled E Class
http://www.autospies.com/article/index.asp?articleId=6791, any interior changes or new options available?
4. Are they changing the brakes from the electrohydrolic to the ones on the S class?

Thanks,
Jas
71 280SE 3.5

[bill streep]

I think there was an article about the availability of the Bluetec diesels in the latest Star.

[DJ de Jesus]

Here's another link about the 2007 E-Class launch in the NY Auto Show this month. Strange The STAR did not preview these changes like they previewed the SL550. It'll take a while for me to get used to the new grille, wheels and taillamps, but not the new 5.5 gas engine.

Alas, I bought an E500 in January, but my wife says it is my own fault because I am impatient. Nothing wrong with the old, reliable M119, though - 300 horses is plenty.

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/AutoshowArticles/articleId=109992

DJ